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Cholesterol: 13 common foods that can raise levels quickly
A health article lists 13 everyday foods reported to raise LDL cholesterol and explains how saturated fats, trans fats, and refined carbohydrates influence the liver and blood lipids.
P.E.I.'s oldest wind farm set for overhaul as turbines near end of life
The P.E.I. Energy Corporation plans to replace turbines at the North Cape wind farm and the Aeolus turbine after roughly two decades of operation, and the provincial government has issued a tender for an environmental impact assessment.
Palestinian babies reunited with parents after two years
Several premature infants evacuated from Al Shifa Hospital in November 2023 have been reunited with family members in Gaza; 11 returned on March 30 while others remain in Egypt and medical teams report ongoing prematurity-related complications.
Hyrox has become the go-to fitness race for everyday athletes.
Hyrox began in Germany in 2017 and has grown to more than 1.5 million participants across 30 countries, offering races that combine running with functional strength exercises.
Afghanistan earthquake kills eight members of one family
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake in Afghanistan caused a home to collapse in the Gosfand Dara area of Kabul province, killing eight members of one family. A child of about two years was the only survivor and was reported injured.
St. Agnes surgeon reaches 3,000 robotic surgeries milestone
Dr. Russell Martin, a general surgeon at St. Agnes Medical Center, has performed more than 3,000 robotic surgeries and has proctored other physicians in robotic techniques.
Pilates teaser strengthens deep core and helps prevent lower back pain
The Pilates teaser targets deep core muscles, including the transverse abdominis, to support spinal mobility and spinal control; the article describes it as a challenging bodyweight move and notes progressions such as a Pilates ring, ball, or light weights.
Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe inspires Westbury High School students.
H.H. Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe spoke at Westbury High School’s Little Theater as part of an Espoir Youth Programs High School Talk under the patronage of Dr. Samarth Joseph, addressing themes of resilience, education, and cultural exchange.
Shrinking Season 3 Episode 10 shows Paul leaving for Connecticut
In the penultimate episode, Paul says his goodbyes and departs for Connecticut with Dr. Julie after a tense confrontation with Jimmy; Apple TV renewed Shrinking for Season 4 but Paul's role next season is not confirmed.
Sandy soil: Why most grass fails and the types that thrive
Sandy soils drain quickly and contain very little organic matter, which limits root growth and nutrient retention; drought‑tolerant grasses such as tall fescue, bermudagrass and zoysiagrass are commonly cited as better fits, and adding organic matter is recommended to improve establishment.
Chrysler now sells only one minivan and faces an uncertain future
Chrysler now sells only the Pacifica minivan and reported roughly 80% fewer U.S. sales than two decades ago; Stellantis plans to outline the brand's direction at an investor day in May.
Springfield FD conducts specialized training for house fires
Springfield firefighters ran a five-scenario drill at a building on Lyman Street that had been slated for demolition, giving crews realistic practice in rescue and house-fire response. The demolition was postponed so the department could use the structure for training, officials reported.
President Trump signs order on college sports and federal funding
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at tightening eligibility, transfer rules and cost controls in college sports and warned that schools that do not comply could lose federal grants; federal agencies were asked to review compliance and Congress was urged to act.
Second suspect arrested after 7-month-old baby killed in Brooklyn shooting
NYPD said a second suspect was arrested in Pennsylvania after a 7-month-old girl was shot and killed while in a stroller in Brooklyn; the alleged shooter was arrested earlier and charged, and charges are pending for the newly arrested suspect.
Arapahoe Community College enrolls many high school students in college courses.
Arapahoe Community College reports about 65% of its students—roughly 11,000 of nearly 17,000—are concurrently enrolled high school students, and the college offers a mix of general education and growing technical programs through partnerships with local school districts.
Puka Nacua leaves rehab briefly for workout and In-N-Out lunch
Photos show Rams receiver Puka Nacua briefly left a Malibu treatment center to work out in Los Angeles and eat at In-N-Out, and his attorney says he remains in treatment and plans to stay longer.
Eugene Walters obituary: Vancouver pastor remembered at age 96
Rev. Eugene H. Walters, 96, died Feb. 24, 2026 in Vancouver, WA; a memorial service is scheduled April 18, 2026 at First United Methodist Church.
Easter egg hunt honors longtime educator Tom Judd
The Tom Judd Memorial Eggstra Special Easter Egg Hunt will be held at noon at Emerson Elementary School in Seymour to honor the late educator’s decades of work with students, including those with disabilities.
Framber Valdez shows growth in Tigers' home opener
Framber Valdez pitched six scoreless innings in the Tigers' 4-0 home-opening win over the St. Louis Cardinals, allowing three hits with five strikeouts.
Teton Pass plow drivers and backcountry skiers maintain a delicate relationship
Plow drivers clear a 12-mile stretch on Teton Pass during storms, and the Teton Backcountry Alliance runs ambassadors and a free shuttle that carried 1,469 riders this season.
Juvenile great white shark rescued after young man waded into surf in his underwear
A 20-year-old fisherman at Hermosa Beach stripped to his underwear and waded into the surf to cut a hook from a juvenile great white shark, then helped return it to the water, according to video and local reports.
Ice Age dice may indicate early Native Americans understood probability
A study in American Antiquity reports two-sided gaming pieces used by Native Americans at least 12,000 years ago and identifies 565 confirmed dice artifacts from across North America.
Friskies teams with Arizona Wildcats to donate 1,000 meals per point to Tucson shelter cats
Friskies will donate 1,000 meals to the Hermitage No‑Kill Cat Shelter for every point the Arizona Wildcats score during their remaining tournament run and will also make a cash donation; the Hermitage typically houses more than 200 cats and rescues over 700 per year.
Artemis mission planning includes input from a New York professor.
Stony Brook planetary geologist Timothy Glotch is one of 10 scientists NASA selected to help plan research for upcoming Artemis missions, including locating minerals and water ice near the lunar south pole for a 2028 mission.
Indiana teen convicted of raping non-verbal boy with autism on school bus
Prosecutors said surveillance video showed a 16-year-old raping a non-verbal 7-year-old with autism on a Jennings County school bus, and a jury convicted the teen on all counts on April 2. The boy's family has filed a lawsuit against the school corporation and two staff members; the next legal steps are undetermined at this time.
Glenn's Give & Go community car show set for April 18
Glenn Funeral Home will host a free community car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, and organizers will collect donations for Borrowed Hearts of Owensboro.
21-year-old charged after fatal shooting of 7-month-old in Brooklyn
A 21-year-old Brooklyn man was arrested and charged after a 7-month-old girl was struck by a stray bullet and later died; police say the investigation and search for a second suspect remain ongoing.
Jaguars extend Travon Walker in four-year, $110 million deal
The Jacksonville Jaguars signed Travon Walker to a four-year, $110 million extension; the team said he remains a versatile defensive piece who played through wrist and knee injuries last season while contributing as a run defender.
ICU stay leads woman to unexpected photo after five days
After five days in an ICU for meningococcal meningitis, Anna Gallo shared photos showing severe matting of her hair and has since been released and is recovering.
NYPD charges alleged Brooklyn shooter in death of baby in stroller
The NYPD charged 21-year-old Amuri Greene with multiple counts, including murder, after a stray bullet struck a stroller and a 7-month-old in Brooklyn died; police say a second suspect remains at large.
