Lifestyle
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
7 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
22 essential questions to ask when buying a house
Ally Financial reports 22 essential questions to ask when buying a house, covering budget, property condition, neighborhood, and offer details for informed decisions.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Budgeting for kids’ sports and back-to-school activities
CreditFresh reports on budgeting for kids' sports and back-to-school activities, emphasizing planning for total costs to avoid surprises and manage expenses efficiently.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Nod if you’ve heard this: Bobblehead dolls are an American favorite
Any head can bobble - entertainers, athletes, politicians, animals, fictional characters, even your own if you get one personalized. Kitschy, kind of funny, kind of clever, ubiquitous as giveaways at places like baseball games, who doesn't love a bobblehead? America most definitely does.
Entertainment
19 hours ago in Entertainment
Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?
Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys
A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Ed Sheeran’s tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore
Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos Tuesday when four of his supporting acts abruptly quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments onstage.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Widow’s Bay’ breaks Emmys record with 14 wins including best comedy series, ‘Pitt’ wins best drama
A "Widow's Bay" wave slammed into the Emmy Awards on Monday night as the Apple TV show set a single-season record for a comedy with 14 wins, including best comedy series and best actor for star Matthew Rhys, who personally took home three trophies.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Marilyn and defined ’70s glamour, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s — including putting Carol Burnett in some of her kookiest getups and Cher in her raciest ones — died Monday. He was 87.
Local News from Capitol City Now
13 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Springfield considers cannabis tax revenue for small business grants
Proposed program would provide up to $100,000 to eight local businesses.
Man pleads guilty to lesser charge in 2023 shooting death of mother
Richard Romine was originally arrested in May, 2023.
16 hours ago in Food Scene, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump plan to restrict green cards to legal Medicaid, SNAP users
Administration’s new rule, halted by courts during first term, set to take effect Friday.
17 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National
SCOTUS blocks Trump’s attempt to limit mail-in voting for the midterm elections
Illinois AG Raoul declares ‘victory for voters.'
17 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local, National
‘Looking at the forest as a crop’: Trump admin’s logging rule would expose Shawnee Forest
The Trump administration wants to bolster U.S. timber production. Environmentalists say its rule change could wreak environmental havoc.
17 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local
‘Huge step forward’: Illinois inches closer on battery storage, solar goals
First procurement generates excitement for future, despite falling below target.
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2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Lionel Messi added to Argentina’s roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match
Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all. Despite announcing his international retirement, the 39-year-old Inter Miami star was included Tuesday in Lionel Scaloni's 28-man Argentina squad ahead of upcoming home friendlies.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Widow’s Bay’ breaks Emmys record with 14 wins including best comedy series, ‘Pitt’ wins best drama
A "Widow's Bay" wave slammed into the Emmy Awards on Monday night as the Apple TV show set a single-season record for a comedy with 14 wins, including best comedy series and best actor for star Matthew Rhys, who personally took home three trophies.