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Is it possible to boost the US birth rate? Here's what other countries have tried

Would a trophy or tax break be enough to convince Americans to have more children? Countries around the world with plummeting birth rates have test...

15.06.2025 20

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Lyme-disease isn't the only tick-borne threat. Doctors warn these other diseases are spreading

While Lyme disease gets the most attention – and affects the most people – there are other tick-borne bacteria and diseases that have also been...

08.06.2025 4

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Who is Lucy Guo, the youngest 'self-made' billionaire in new Forbes ranking?

Lucy Guo has amassed more wealth than Rihanna, Madonna and Beyonce, according to a new Forbes ranking, but you're far less likely to have heard of...

06.06.2025 4

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Check your bank account: Long-awaited T-Mobile settlement checks finally issued

Some T-Mobile customers have finally started receiving rather large payouts – as big as $25,000 – from a class action lawsuit that was settled...

06.06.2025 6

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Atlantic seaweed blob breaks record — and it's about to get even bigger

Blooms of of smelly, toxic seaweed shattered records in May, growing to over 37 million tons and inundating beaches. If it's not bad enough already,...

04.06.2025 3

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Here's where normal people can still buy homes, according to real estate data

The dream of home ownership has grown unaffordable and unrealistic for Americans in many major cities. But if you look closely, some pockets of...

01.06.2025 3

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Will it be harder to get a COVID vaccine this year?

A new policy announced by the Trump administration may limit which Americans can get a COVID booster when respiratory virus season rolls around this...

26.05.2025 7

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Are people 'panic buying'? Economist explains which big purchases you may want to make now

As the White House announced a slate of tariffs, Americans headed straight to car lots. Reddit threads encouraged expecting parents to act now and...

25.05.2025 20

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FDA warns of 'rare but severe itching' after using popular allergy medications

The itching, known medically as pruritus, was so bad that affected people described "significant and persistent impact on quality of life and ability...

23.05.2025 30

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What is TikTok shop, and where does all the stuff come from?

Where can you buy a new pair of trendy sunglasses, an influencer-branded skincare line and a foldable chair that fits in your palm (for 27 cents!)?...

18.05.2025 7

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NOAA's predictions for summer 2025 just got even hotter

Get the SPF ready and prepare to crank the AC. All signs point to a hot summer ahead.

16.05.2025 8

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These are the most popular baby names in every state, birth records reveal

Each U.S. state had its own trendy and popular names in 2024, according to new data released by the Social Security Administration, which tracks every...

15.05.2025 2

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Drug-resistant fungus Candida auris reported in these 17 states

The deadly and drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is under close surveillance as health experts work to calm its spread.

11.05.2025 20

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Is your name extinct now? Federal government releases new baby name popularity data

A massive trove of government name data, updated and released to the public Friday, may make you feel old.

10.05.2025 4

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What do the robe colors mean at the Vatican conclave?

The wardrobe choices weren't a matter of taste – each robe symbolizes something different.

08.05.2025 3

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US destinations report tourism drops. Will it lead to cheap summer travel?

As economic anxiety and international tensions mount, some of the country's biggest hotspots are worried visitors won't turn up this year. But their...

04.05.2025 10

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Measles: What are the first symptoms to look for?

The measles rash usually doesn't appear for more than a week after someone has been exposed. Other symptoms are better early indicators of a potential...

26.04.2025 2

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List: Which foods contain the dyes that RFK wants eliminated in the US?

We checked the labels of mass-produced popular grocery items and found the dyes in dozens of foods you may have in your pantry right now.

24.04.2025 3

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MAP: Where are the biggest measles outbreaks in the US right now?

A total of 800 measles cases across two dozen states have been confirmed, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.

21.04.2025 10

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Will gas prices go up this summer?

With tariffs on some imports in place – and the threat of more looming on the horizon – consumers are worried the cost of everything from...

19.04.2025 10

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Facebook sending out $40 payments to users over 'Like button' issue

Check your Venmo, email and mailbox: A payment from a years-old class action lawsuit against Facebook may be on its way this week.

18.04.2025 30

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1,700 pounds of butter recalled over bacteria contamination

Nearly a ton of salted butter is being recalled because, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the product is "contaminated with...

10.04.2025 60

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US at risk of losing health designation it's had for 25 years

We recently came close to crossing the key threshold, but barely avoided it.

30.03.2025 30

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Why do gas prices always have an extra 9/10 of a cent added on?

In case gas prices weren't high enough already, there's always that pesky fraction added onto the end: nine-tenths of a cent tacked on to every...

29.03.2025 10

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'Disappointed but not surprised': Measles cases explode in 19 states, new outbreak confirmed

Measles cases nationwide jumped dramatically this week, according to new numbers reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday.

28.03.2025 10

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Family unknowingly had rare, valuable painting for 150 years

A painting hanging in a French family's living room turned out to be far more valuable than just another trinket or heirloom.

27.03.2025 1

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Maps show when allergy season will peak near you

Multiple allergy forecasters indicate 2025 is likely to be a pretty rough year for seasonal allergies. Pollen counts are expected to be higher than...

22.03.2025 10

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Fungus labeled 'urgent threat' by CDC is spreading rapidly, hospital study finds

New cases of a dangerous, drug-resistant fungus have been identified in at least two states' hospital systems.

22.03.2025 9

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Measles confirmed in 3 more states as cases multiply

More than 300 cases of measles, one of the most contagious viruses in the world, have now been confirmed across more than a dozen U.S. states, the...

14.03.2025 9

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Worst storms of 2025 will be outside Tornado Alley, severe weather forecast predicts

Tornadoes can (and have) hit every U.S. state, but the area nicknamed Tornado Alley is probably where your mind goes when you think of dangerous...

14.03.2025 9

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TikTok extension expiring soon: Will the app be banned?

It's been seven weeks since Donald Trump assumed the presidency, a role in which he promised to "save TikTok." Will it happen in time?

12.03.2025 3

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'This is not normal': Who held up the protest sign before Trump's speech?

Just over the president's shoulder you may have spotted a small, handwritten sign. It read, "This is NOT Normal," in black ink.

05.03.2025 10

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3.2 million people get boosted Social Security: Who qualifies for retroactive payments?

A law signed by former President Joe Biden in January is starting to show its impact, as millions of people begin to receive bigger Social Security...

27.02.2025 9

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Does your kid have 'hurried child syndrome'? How to tell and what to do

The syndrome doesn't come from you rushing your kid to get dressed, but a different set of expectations.

16.02.2025 7

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'No Buy 2025': Inflation-inspired challenge trends on TikTok

Frustrated by rising prices and overconsumption, a growing league of people are swearing off unnecessary purchases altogether.

15.02.2025 4

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Your closed Party City may soon turn into one of these familiar stores

What used to be your local Party City store may soon be selling books, recliner chairs, cowboy boots or discount merchandise.

12.02.2025 3

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PHOTOS: Celebrities spotted at the Super Bowl

The players on the field Sunday at Super Bowl LIX are celebrities in their own right, but they're far from the only big names gathered in New Orleans...

10.02.2025 5

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The meaning behind Kendrick Lamar's jacket during the Super Bowl halftime show

Kendrick Lamar sported a letterman-style jacket during his Super Bowl halftime performance Sunday, but it wasn't repping either team on the field.

10.02.2025 50

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Super Bowl losers get this ring instead

What about the losers? They also get a ring – though not one to commemorate their presence at the Super Bowl.

10.02.2025 9

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What happens to the Super Bowl losers' merch? It's being sent to these 5 countries

The NFL plans for both outcomes so they're ready regardless of who wins. What that inevitably means is a whole lot of merchandise that's pre-printed...

10.02.2025 10

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Is the Super Bowl halftime singer lip syncing? Check for these signs

Casual fans will be watching the theatrics, choreography and guest appearances during Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Super Bowl halftime show. Sleuths will...

10.02.2025 20

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How much is the Super Bowl bonus pay? Here's what winning (and losing) players make

Win or lose on Sunday, players on the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will come home with a sizable bonus check.

08.02.2025 2

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When will flu season end?

Flu activity remains "very high" in most states, the Centers for Disease Control said this week, as illnesses, emergency room visits and...

08.02.2025 8

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Japan Airlines plane clips Delta flight at Sea-Tac airport

A plane at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport hit another aircraft that was taxiing on the runway Wednesday morning, the Federal Aviation...

06.02.2025 4

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Who is singing the national anthem at the Super Bowl?

The most high-profile pregame performance is the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner." For Super Bowl LIX, New Orleans native Jon Batiste will do the...

02.02.2025 2

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Will La Niña be a 'bust' this winter? Meteorologist explains why it may feel like it

After months of teasing, a La Niña winter has finally started – but we don't blame you if you haven't noticed.

02.02.2025 10

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CVS gives customers a way to get into locked cabinets

Instead of waiting for an employee to take pity on you and unlock the cabinets in the deodorant aisle, you may soon have another way to access the...

30.01.2025 10

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What is spasmodic dysphonia, the disorder affecting RFK Jr.'s voice?

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has struggled for decades with a rare disorder affecting his speech, causing his voice to sound strained and raspy when he...

29.01.2025 5

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Eggs are about to get even more expensive, expert says. Here's how much

Eggs are nearly 40% more expensive now than they were a year ago, the Labor Department said this week. It's about to get even worse, one expert says.

18.01.2025 8

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What happens to TikTok and its users after ban starts Sunday?

Unless something changes at the eleventh hour, the ban appears set to take effect on Jan. 19.

18.01.2025 8

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