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Higher VO2 Max Could Add Years to Your Life
VO2 max, a key measure of cardiovascular health, isn't just relevant for serious athletes according to health experts. Improving this metric can benef…
By Devin Marsh · Dec 31, 2025
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Aurora Soul Food Owner Battles Stage 4 Cancer While Community Keeps Dream Alive
The Aurora community is coming together to support Lisa Bowling, who owns The Soul Spot restaurant at Fox Valley Mall, following her recent cancer dia…
By Jordan Hayes · Dec 31, 2025
YOUR MONEY
SoftBank Snaps Up DigitalBridge for $4 Billion in AI Infrastructure Push
SoftBank Group has agreed to acquire private equity firm DigitalBridge Group for approximately $3 billion in cash. The deal is part of the Japanese co…
By Jamie Sullivan · Dec 31, 2025
YOUR MONEY
Private Equity Firms Sell to Themselves at Record Pace as Exit Options Dry Up
Private equity firms are increasingly using "continuation vehicles" to sell assets to themselves rather than traditional buyers, with these transactio…
By Jordan Hayes · Dec 31, 2025
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Some of our best photos from 2025
The State Journal-Register has compiled a collection of their top photographs from 2025, showcasing the year's most compelling visual stories. The pho…
By Taylor Reed · Dec 31, 2025
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Iowa Faces Tragic Year with Fallen Soldiers and Political Upheaval
Iowa Public Radio has compiled a retrospective look at the state's most significant news events from 2025. The roundup highlights major stories that s…
By Casey Morgan · Dec 31, 2025
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Major World Events of 2025 Shaped Global Politics and Technology
Al Jazeera has compiled an alphabetical guide covering the most significant news stories and events expected to shape 2025. The comprehensive list lik…
By Casey Morgan · Dec 31, 2025
WORTH KNOWING
NASA Mars Mission Gambles on Low Cost Space Science
NASA's ESCAPADE mission represents a new approach to space exploration that prioritizes lower costs while still producing valuable scientific results.…
By Morgan Ellis · Dec 30, 2025
WORTH KNOWING
Scientists Discover Record-Breaking Ecosystem Thriving in Arctic Deep
Scientists have discovered what may be the world's deepest gas hydrate cold seep on the ocean floor west of Greenland. The natural gas reserve, trappe…
By Sydney Parker · Dec 30, 2025
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Shingles Vaccine Shows Remarkable Promise Against Dementia
Research suggests the shingles vaccine may help protect against developing dementia and could potentially slow its progression in people already diagn…
By Casey Morgan · Dec 30, 2025
HEALTH & WELLNESS
High Fat Cheese and Cream Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in Major Study
A large Swedish study found that middle-aged and older adults who ate more full-fat cheese and cream had a lower risk of developing dementia. The rese…
By Casey Morgan · Dec 30, 2025
YOUR MONEY
AI Shopping Agents Ready to Handle Your Credit Card by 2026
Major payment and technology companies are rapidly developing infrastructure to support "agentic commerce," where AI agents will handle shopping and b…
By Cameron Brooks · Dec 30, 2025
YOUR MONEY
Treasury Yields Drop as Investors Weigh Fed Rate Cuts for 2026
Treasury yields fell as investors weighed the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate path through 2026. Traders are analyzing recent economic data …
By Rowan Fletcher · Dec 30, 2025
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Times Square Ball Drops Twice This New Year's Eve for America's Historic Anniversary
Over half of Americans will celebrate New Year's Eve tomorrow, consuming an estimated 360 million glasses of sparkling wine. Times Square will feature…
By Morgan Ellis · Dec 30, 2025
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Lululemon Founder Launches Proxy Battle Against Company Leadership
Lululemon founder Chip Wilson is launching a proxy fight, nominating three directors to the board after CEO Calvin McDonald's exit left no successor. …
By Avery Bennett · Dec 30, 2025
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China Fires Rockets in Massive Military Drills Around Taiwan
China conducted its largest-ever military drills around Taiwan yesterday, deploying 89 aircraft and 28 naval vessels in exercises simulating blockades…
By Devin Marsh · Dec 30, 2025
WORTH KNOWING
Brain Immune Cells Act as Hidden Anxiety Control System
Researchers have identified specific brain cells that can control anxiety levels like an on-off switch. The discovery reveals that anxiety may be infl…
By Devin Marsh · Dec 29, 2025
WORTH KNOWING
Webb Telescope Captures Ancient Supernova from Universe's Earliest Era
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured light from what could be the earliest supernova ever observed. The dying star, designated GRB 250314A, exi…
By Casey Morgan · Dec 29, 2025
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Dietitian Created Seven Day No Sugar Plan Promises Better Blood Sugar Control
A registered dietitian has developed a week-long meal plan designed to help improve blood sugar control by eliminating added sugars while emphasizing …
By Casey Morgan · Dec 29, 2025
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Measles Case Triggers Exposure Warning at Newark Airport During Holiday Travel
A person infected with measles traveled through Newark Airport on Friday, December 19, potentially exposing other passengers and airport staff to the …
By Taylor Reed · Dec 29, 2025
YOUR MONEY
Artist & Craftsman Supply Files for Bankruptcy After 40 Years
A major arts and crafts retail chain with four decades of operation has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company cited financial distre…
By Jamie Sullivan · Dec 29, 2025
YOUR MONEY
Silver Spenders Over 50 Drive New Investment Opportunities
Consumers over 50, dubbed "Silver Spenders," are emerging as a dominant force in the marketplace, creating significant investment opportunities that r…
By Hayden Walsh · Dec 29, 2025
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Bomb Cyclone Unleashes Blizzard Fury Across Midwest and Great Lakes
A powerful arctic storm is battering the Upper Midwest with near-hurricane-force winds, blizzard conditions, and up to 2 feet of snow. The bomb cyclon…
By Reese Coleman · Dec 29, 2025
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French Screen Legend Brigitte Bardot Dies at 91
French actress and former sex symbol Brigitte Bardot died yesterday at age 91. Best known for her 1956 breakout film "And God Created Woman," Bardot s…
By Morgan Ellis · Dec 29, 2025