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Savannah Guthrie, 54, became emotional when she heard her voice for the first time after vocal cord surgery in December; she has made brief on-air appearances and is set to resume on Jan. 26.

Oneida Deputy Mayor Thomas Simchik and the Common Council marked Catholic Schools Week during the Jan. 20 meeting, and Mayor Rick Rossi issued a city proclamation naming Jan. 25–30 for the observance.

A study found people with color vision deficiency were more likely to be diagnosed with bladder cancer at later, more invasive stages and had a higher long-term risk of death compared with those with normal color vision.

Charli XCX premiered the A24 satire The Moment at the Sundance Film Festival and is appearing in multiple films at the festival as she signals a shift away from the 'brat' era.

Harvard researchers report that gut bacteria can produce gases that are chemically transformed into hormones linked to pregnancy and mood, according to a study published in Cell. Lead author Dr. Megan McCurry said the work identifies a microbial chemical transformation that produces a steroid that could affect women's health and postpartum depression.

HP introduced a suite called HP AI for printers, currently available in the US, and a reviewer found the Perfect Printing feature can cut printed pages but is still inconsistent across sites.

ESPN's College GameDay will broadcast from Allen Fieldhouse on Jan. 31 before Kansas hosts BYU, with Rece Davis and analysts Jay Bilas, Jay Williams, Andraya Carter and Seth Greenberg on the panel.

Tucson rapper Cash Lansky signed with Mello Music Group last fall and released his label debut, "Man of the House," on April 26.

Bemidji Area Chamber Ambassadors congratulated Tabitha Vickaryous on her appointment as executive director of the Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter, and toured the shelter's new facility that offers 24/7 crisis sheltering and advocacy services.

The article explains the four main cholesterol measurements—total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides—and lists common guideline ranges such as total cholesterol below 200 mg/dL and triglycerides below 150 mg/dL.

A winter storm is expected to bring 12 to 20 inches of snow to Boston this weekend, and the American Veterinary Medical Association and the ASPCA have issued guidance on protecting pets in cold conditions.

A pop-up screening at the North Shields fish quay identified a stage four melanoma in a fisherman who was docked by bad weather; he later had successful surgery and is reported cancer free.

Utah officially designated the plains bison as its state animal, a choice tied to the species' recovery and cultural importance. The state’s visible herds include Antelope Island and the Henry Mountains, both central to conservation and management efforts.

New research analyzing 36,258 UK Biobank participants found people with severe vitamin D deficiency (below 15 nmol/L) had a 33% higher hospitalization rate for respiratory tract infections than those with levels of 75 nmol/L or higher, and each 10 nmol/L increase was linked to a 4% lower hospitalization rate.

Delroy Lindo, 73, received his first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for the 2025 film "Sinners", and he has said earlier "strategic missteps" slowed his career and opportunities.

Cardiologists note a normal adult resting heart rate is commonly about 60–80 beats per minute, and persistent elevation or an irregular rhythm can be linked with cardiovascular risk.

Cholesterol is the biochemical starting material the body uses to make testosterone, and higher LDL cholesterol is associated with oxidative stress, inflammation, and blood-vessel changes that may affect testosterone production.

Medical experts say shoveling combines cold exposure and heavy exertion, which can strain the heart and body; a large Canadian study linked heavy snowfalls to higher heart attack hospitalizations and deaths in men.

Cold weather can narrow blood vessels and thicken joint fluid, which can increase stiffness. A 2022 University of Michigan report found about 70% of adults ages 50 to 80 experience joint pain.

Dermatologists and an esthetician said harsh physical scrubs and overly stripping cleansers can weaken the skin barrier and increase irritation, and they recommend gentler, hydrating, barrier-supporting products along with daily sun protection.

The new U.S. dietary guidelines remove specific daily alcohol limits and have prompted debate over whether drinking helps social connection.

A 12-year-old boy, Nico Antic, died on Jan. 24 after being bitten by a shark in Sydney Harbour on Jan. 18; he had been taken to Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, in critical condition. His family has posted a memorial message and a GoFundMe has raised more than $250,000.

Unusually warm conditions across the Western U.S. have shifted much precipitation from snow to rain this winter, leaving many mountain snowpacks well below average, especially in parts of the Rockies and the Sierra Nevada.

Indie and Sizzle are a bonded pair rescued in early July who enjoy play and have distinct personalities.

Starting Jan. 26, New York City will require delivery apps to show a tipping option at checkout with a 10% default gratuity, and a federal judge recently rejected Uber and DoorDash's bid to block the law.

Two Erie Downtown Partnership ambassadors clear sidewalks before daylight and assist vulnerable people during cold weather, including distributing 400 donated hand warmers.

Rev. Candace McKibben describes a Wakulla River paddle where she and her husband watched manatees and reflected on the winter shoreline, and she also reports recent road deaths of black bears that were called in to wildlife authorities.

Usha and JD Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child, a boy due in late July, and said Usha and the baby are doing well. Experts note that at age 40 she is considered to have advanced maternal age, which is reported as carrying higher risks such as preeclampsia, miscarriage and preterm labor.

United Way of Lancaster County launched Community Connect 2026 to list volunteer-ready organizations that offer low-barrier opportunities, and it is also recruiting VITA scheduler volunteers to support tax-season appointments through April 15.

Four Artemis II astronauts have begun a 14-day health stabilization quarantine in Houston while NASA prepares a wet dress rehearsal for the SLS ahead of a tentative Feb. 6 launch.