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Julia N. Fairmont January 5, 2026

At a Glance U.S. flu cases surge with a 14% rise in hospitalizations. 9,900 people admitted with the flu nationwide. New Jersey and Rhode Island...

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

> At a Glance > - 10 high-cost drugs will drop in price starting Jan. 1, 2026 > - Nearly 9 million seniors could save about $1.5 B annually > -...

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026

At a Glance President Trump, 79, had a secondary physical at Walter Reed with cardiovascular and abdominal imaging. He said the scans were...

Aiden V. Crossfield January 4, 2026

> At a Glance > - 82-year-old Barry Manilow announces lung cancer diagnosis > - MRI found a spot on his left lung, surgery planned, no chemo or...

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 4, 2026

At a Glance Cedar pollen hit very high levels Saturday in Austin. Record heat Friday topped 88°F with 35-mph winds. A cold front overnight shifted...

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026

At a Glance 79-year-old President Trump defends his health after a WSJ interview. He admits to daily aspirin and walking to manage chronic venous...

Morgan J. Carter January 4, 2026

At a Glance Protein bars are snacks, not meal replacements. Whole-food ingredients give protein, fiber, healthy fats. RxBar, David's, Perfect Bar...

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Over 20 hydration drinks vary widely in calories, sodium, and sugar. Some contain high artificial sweeteners; others have low...

Julia N. Fairmont January 4, 2026

At a Glance 55 young burn victims from a bar blaze in Crans-Montana were taken to Sion hospital. The hospital had to open all operating rooms and...

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 4, 2026

At a Glance Derek Sanchez born at 12:02 a.m. at Ascension Seton Medical Center Opal June Ixchel Cruz born at 12:05 a.m. at St. David's Women's...