Young singer killed by snakebite; four more ex‑'The Voice' contestants dead before 40

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Rock star charged with attempted murder could face life in prison

Brady Ebert has been charged with attempted murder after police allege he tried to run over the father of his band's frontman. He could face a life sentence...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT

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Undersized lineman Willie Lampkin pushes to make Eagles roster

PHILADELPHIA — Willie Lampkin, the Eagles' smallest offensive lineman, has made a strong impression during training camp. The undersized 'beast' is pushing to earn a spot on the...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Will the COLA announcement be delayed again this year?

Predictions for the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) were issued last month. Forecasts estimate the COLA will be 3.8 percent this year, up from last year’s 2.8...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Mountain lions may cut deer-vehicle crashes on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula

A Current Biology study suggests pumas (mountain lions) on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula influence where and when deer move, which can reduce vehicle collisions. Researchers reported that areas with...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Avoiding three midlife risks may add nearly 13 dementia-free years

A new NYU Langone Health study found adults who avoided smoking, high blood pressure and diabetes in middle age lived nearly 13 more years without dementia than people...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Jelly Roll to take up to two-year break from performing to 'heal'

Country singer Jelly Roll announced he will step away from performing for up to two years to focus on his mental health. He made the decision following his...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Experimental vaccine aims to prevent colon cancer in Lynch syndrome patients

Researchers in the United States and Europe are testing a new generation of experimental vaccines intended to prevent certain forms of colon cancer in people with Lynch syndrome...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Actor Scott Hylands, star of Night Heat, dies at 83

Scott Hylands, the Canadian actor who played detective Kevin "O.B." O’Brien on the 1980s police drama Night Heat, died Wednesday at age 83, Page Six reported. Hylands also...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Couple’s effort to help homeless nephew leaves them frustrated

A husband and wife invited the husband’s 26-year-old nephew, Ryan, to live with them to provide male direction after he became homeless and jobless. Ryan sleeps during the...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

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Jillian Cardarelli updates fans: 'Being brave doesn't mean you're not scared'

Country singer Jillian Cardarelli has been updating fans on social media about her breast cancer battle. She reminded followers that 'being brave doesn't mean you're not scared' while...

Published Aug 9, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT