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The U.S. faces a surge in COVID, flu, norovirus, and RSV infections post-holidays, with experts predicting worse as flu season peaks. Norovirus cases hit record highs since 2012, while RSV hospitalizations rose 40% in two weeks. Flu has already infected 3 million, causing 37,000 hospitalizations and 1,500 deaths. Hospitals in states like California and Illinois…

Avery Koonce, 19, a cadet at the US Air Force Academy, tragically di ed on September 4th from complications of untreated pneumonia caused by a rare bacterial infection. Experts believe,   timely antibiotics could have prevented her death. Koonce, a former track star, had been experiencing symptoms of pneumonia before passing away. Her death highlights…

Arnold’s 93rd birthday wish was simple yet profound: to hear his children’s laughter echo through his home one last time. The dining table was adorned with his finest linens, the turkey rested golden and fragrant, and candles flickered softly, casting hopeful shadows. Yet, as the hours crept by, the only sound was silence. Then, a…

The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles has left thousands scrambling for safety, with elderly residents evacuated in little more than their nightwear and socks. Sadly, as powerful winds grounded aircraft and flames spread uncontrollably, it seems this fiery battle is far from over. The Palisades Fire erupted with a fury that left residents fleeing for…

The spokeswoman for Meryl Streep has verified that the actress and her spouse Don Gummer have been divorced for more than six years. The American sculptor and the multiple award-winning actress were wed in 1978. The four children of Streep and Gummer are son Henry Wolfe Gummer and daughters Mamie, Grace, and Louisa Gummer, who…

“Poor Things” star Emma Stone turned heads at the Golden Globes with a daring new look and a dress that some netizens compared to a wrapped holiday gift. Emma Stone made a bold statement at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 5, but her appearance left some netizens questioning…

A puzzling video of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has sparked widespread speculation, leading some to question her mental state. In the video shared on Pelosi’s official social media account, the former Speaker of the House appears drowsy and seems to have difficulty keeping her eyes fully open. “Hi, it’s Nancy,” she begins, in a…

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he expects to pass most of President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda with one “big, beautiful bill” by Memorial Day. During an interview on Fox News, Johnson said that Republicans would attempt to include as many policy matters as possible in a massive reconciliation bill to sidestep the 60-vote threshold required to…

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre paused the press briefing on Tuesday when a woman standing in the back of the press room fainted. Jean-Pierre was in the middle of taking a question from a reporter when someone yelled, “We have an emergency.” She immediately left the podium to see what was going on and…

This intriguing piece is a juicer attachment for the vintage **Sunbeam Mixmaster** mixer, a popular mid-20th-century kitchen appliance. The spout directed juice into a container, while the wire component held a strainer to filter pulp, showcasing the Mixmaster’s versatility. Such tools reflect the ingenuity of vintage designs, aimed at simplifying culinary tasks. Though unfamiliar to…