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Jun 10 2026HEALTH

Breast cancer treatment: what really matters when choosing hormone therapy

Most breast cancers that spread are hormone-sensitive, meaning their growth depends on estrogen or progesterone. Doctors usually start with hormone-blocking pills plus a second drug that slows cell division. This combo works well at first but becomes less predictable over time. Tumors change as they

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Weather check: Could strong storms delay Omaha’s summer plans?

Omaha’s weather might throw a surprise at the city just as summer festivities begin. A wave of intense storms could sweep through, bringing heavy rain and cooler temperatures right when people are getting ready for outdoor events. While the exact timing remains uncertain, the forecast suggests these

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Big waves take over Southern California beaches

Southern California beaches saw some of the biggest waves in years last week, turning usually calm waters into dangerous surf zones. Orange County bore the brunt, with waves reaching up to fifteen feet in places like Newport Beach and Dana Point—so tall they crashed over protective rock barriers. Hu

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Getting Ready for Arizona’s Wet Season

Arizona’s monsoon kicks off June 15 and runs through September, bringing much-needed rain but also serious risks. Experts say this year’s monsoon could be wetter than usual, with a 30-50% chance of above-normal rainfall. That’s good news for the state’s water supply, but it also means preparing for

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Severe weather warning: Chicago braces for risky storms

The Chicago region is in line for a serious weather shift this week. After some calm Tuesday evening storms, Wednesday and Thursday turn far stormier. Northern Illinois sits under the National Storm Prediction Center’s "enhanced" threat level, meaning damaging winds over 70 mph, large hail, and poss

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Severe storms on the way as heat peaks in the Northeast

A shift in weather patterns is bringing two key ingredients together for a stormy end to the week across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. After days of oppressive heat and high humidity, a cold front will collide with this air mass, sparking storms that could include damaging winds and hail.

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Jun 10 2026HEALTH

Smartphones and South Italy’s young adults: How much screen time is too much?

Southern Italy’s young adults are glued to their phones – just like most of the world. Since COVID-19, phone use has skyrocketed, especially among people in their late teens and twenties. Phones help with everything: staying in touch, organizing life, and endless entertainment. But too much time onl

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Heatwave Brings Possible Power Cuts in Northern California

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG E) warns that people in several Northern California counties may lose power mid‑week as temperatures rise and wildfire risk grows. The alert covers Colusa, Glen, Lake, Napa, Sonoma, Sutter, Tehama and Yolo counties. It is valid until Friday and will list exact addresses

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Heat Wave Hits Eugene: Expect 90‑Degree Days This Weekend

The Eugene and Springfield area is set for a sharp rise in temperatures, moving from the mild 60s at the start of the week to scorching highs by mid‑week. The National Weather Service notes that after a cool, wet beginning, a multi‑day heat event will begin late in the week and extend into the weeke

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Jun 09 2026WEATHER

Heat Wave Turns Into Storm Threat: A Week of Weather Watch

The weather team is keeping a close eye on the heat that’s set to hit the region from Tuesday through Thursday. A high‑pressure ridge will keep temperatures climbing while also setting up the possibility of storms every day. Early Tuesday starts with a few thunderstorms in the morning, but they are

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