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Health & Wellness
3 years ago
A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others

Results of a new clinical trial released in the Journal of the Medical Association indicate that whole genome sequencing is better than standard targeted test for diagnosing suspected genetic disorder in infants.

Features
3 years ago
New crew for the space station launches with 4 astronauts from 4 countries | PHOTOS

A NASA astronaut was joined on the predawn liftoff from Kennedy Space Center by fliers from Denmark, Japan and Russia.

Community
3 years ago
Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is back, but north-central Florida temps don’t feel like fall

Love it or hate it? Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is celebrating 20 years.

Elections
3 years ago
The first 2024 Republican presidential debate is in the books. Here’s what happened | PHOTOS

Many political analysts believe the GOP debate was a key test for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ presidential campaign. Analysts say DeSantis showed up, but he was overshadowed for much of the night by political newcomer Vivek Ramaswamy.

Elections
3 years ago
Trump won’t be at the GOP’s first presidential debate, but his presence will be felt. Stakes high for DeSantis

The stakes are highest for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis who announced his presidential campaign in May to great fanfare but has since struggled to gain traction and is now fighting to maintain his distant second-place status.

National
3 years ago
Haiti and Dominican Republic brace for Tropical Storm Franklin as Harold approaches Texas coast

On Aug. 10, the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated its forecast and warned that this year’s hurricane season would be above normal. Between 14 to 21 named storms are forecast.

Health & Wellness
3 years ago
FDA approves RSV vaccine for moms-to-be to guard their newborns

The Food and Drug Administration cleared Pfizer’s maternal vaccination to guard against a severe case of RSV when babies are most vulnerable — from birth through six months of age.

National
3 years ago
As Tropical Storm Hilary shrinks, desert and mountain towns dig themselves out of the mud | PHOTOS

Forecasters said Tropical Storm Hilary was the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years, bringing flash floods, mudslides, high winds and power outages.

National
3 years ago
Tropical Storm Hilary makes landfall along Mexico’s Baja coast, carrying deluge to California | PHOTOS

Hilary hit the coast in a sparsely populated area about 150 miles south of Ensenada.

Crime & Safety
3 years ago
Proud Boy from Florida on house arrest in Jan. 6 case disappears ahead of sentencing

Authorities are searching for Christopher Worrell, 52, a member of the Proud Boys extremist group. He disappeared days before his sentencing in the U.S. Capitol riot case.