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Are Americans feeling like they get enough sleep? Dream on, a new Gallup poll says
A majority of Americans say they would feel better if they could have more sleep, according to a new poll. The Gallup poll, released Monday, found 57% of Americans say they would feel better if they could get more sleep, while only 42% say they are getting as much sleep as they need. The poll also asked respondents to report how many hours of sleep they usually get per night: Only 26% said they got eight or more hours, which is around the amount that sleep experts say is recommended for health
6 min read - HealthWashington Post
Medical Mysteries: Years of hives and fevers traced to a startling cause
There were few things Beth Sternlieb’s Los Angeles doctors could say with certainty about her baffling illness, but this much was clear: Although manageable for years, it had worsened dramatically. For nearly two decades Sternlieb had been plagued by flu-like episodes that began with a headache and abdominal pain accompanied by fatigue, muscle aches and diarrhea. Within a day, a spotty red rash blanketed her abdomen.Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting sto
8 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Swap red meat for herring? Write your anger away? This week's health tips and headlines.
This week's health news can help you live your best life, whether that's getting a massage or getting in touch with your spiritual side.
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Measles should be long forgotten. Why are cases rising in the U.S.?
With more than 100 measles cases this year and vaccination rates falling, the U.S. could lose its elimination status for the highly contagious disease, officials warn.
6 min read - TechnologyNBC News
Dartmouth researchers look to meld therapy apps with modern AI
An experimental, artificial intelligence-powered therapeutic app that its creators hope will drastically improve access to mental health care began its first clinical trial last month.
7 min read - HealthAssociated Press
It's the first drug shown to slow Alzheimer's. Why is is it off to a slow start?
The first drug shown to slow Alzheimer’s disease hit the U.S. market over a year ago, but sales have lagged, major hospital systems have taken months to start using it and some insurers have rejected coverage. Doctors also expect some patients will hesitate to take Leqembi due to its limited impact and potential side effects. “This is the start of a very exciting journey,” said Dr. Ambar Kulshreshtha, a suburban Atlanta family physician focused on dementia patients.
5 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Older adults have a higher risk of falling. Experts share the best ways to prevent it.
How simple exercises, and making changes to your home, can help you avoid a fall.
4 min read - WorldReuters
Rwanda joins other African countries in recalling J&J children's cough syrup
Rwanda's drug regulator has recalled a batch of Johnson & Johnson children's cough syrup as a precautionary measure after its Nigerian counterpart said laboratory tests found high levels of toxicity. Rwanda joins Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa in recalling the same batch of the syrup, which is used to treat coughs, hay fever and other allergic reactions in children.
1 min read - HealthAssociated Press
What does science say about the ingredients in functional beverages?
Functional beverages — or drinks promoted as offering mental or physical benefits beyond hydration — are growing in popularity around the world. Examples include American and Asian ginseng (an herb), ashwagandha (an evergreen shrub), eleuthero (a shrub), Rhodiola rosea (a flowering plant) and chaga (a mushroom). The Cleveland Clinic says adaptogens are known to trigger chemical reactions that can return the body to a more balanced state.
3 min read - HealthAssociated Press
With 'functional' beverages, brands rush to quench a thirst for drinks that do more than taste good
There are sodas made with mushrooms that supposedly improve mental clarity and juices packed with bacteria that claim to enhance digestive health. Water infused with collagen carries the promise of better skin, and energy drinks offer to help burn body fat. Welcome to the frenzy of functional beverages – drinks designed to do more than just taste good or hydrate.
6 min read - BusinessReuters
UnitedHealth hack looms over first-quarter earnings report
UnitedHealth is expected to record higher medical costs in its first earnings report since a cyberattack disrupted its technology systems including those that manage prescription and medical claims, analysts said. The attack, disclosed on Feb. 21, affected hospitals, clinicians, and pharmacies nationwide. UnitedHealth has advanced billions of dollars in reimbursements through loans to affected healthcare providers and suspended prior authorization of medical services for some government-backed
3 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Should You Drink Alcohol If You Have High Blood Pressure?
If you have high blood pressure, should you give up drinking alcohol? Are there certain alcoholic beverages that are less bad for you? Here’s what experts have to say.
4 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Did racism kill Jackie Robinson?
Major league baseball opens today, and few are likely to give race a thought. When Jackie Robinson integrated MLB in 1947, it was a far different story. Did racism lead to Robinson’s early death?
9 min read - LifestyleThe Conversation
From watering via ice cubes to spritzing with hydrogen peroxide – 4 misguided plant health trends on social media
Plant care advice abounds on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube – but not all of it is good. A plant expert debunks four common recommendations.
5 min read - USBusiness Insider
A woman who suffered a brain injury after a fall lost out on $750,000 compensation after a judge branded her 'dishonest'
Kirsty Williams-Henry lost out on $750,000 in compensation after being found dishonest in her injury claim against the owners of a pier.
3 min read - WorldReuters
Sydney knife attacker had mental health issues, ideology not motive, police say
SYDNEY (Reuters) -The man who fatally stabbed six people in Sydney had mental health issues in the past and there is no indication ideology was a motive in the attack in one of the city's busiest shopping centres, police said on Sunday. The attacker, identified by police as 40-year-old Joel Cauchi, was known to police in the neighbouring state of Queensland, and police have spoken to his family after Saturday's attack, according to police from New South Wales and Queensland states. Cauchi's fa
4 min read - WorldReuters
South Africa recalls J&J's cough syrup sold in six African nations after suspected toxicity
The affected batches were sold in South Africa, Eswatini, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Nigeria, the statement added. The recall follows a report by the regulator's Nigerian counterpart on Wednesday, which first detected the toxin in a batch of Benylin Paediatric Syrup. Kenya and Nigeria have already issued recalls for the same syrup, which is used in the treatment of hay fever and other allergic conditions affecting the upper respiratory tract.
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Hawaii cruise shuttle driver presses gas not brake killing 1 pedestrian, injuring others
Local reports say the pedestrian was visiting Hawaii from Illinois.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Boban Marjanović hilariously misses free throws on purpose to give Clippers fans free chicken
Boban Marjanović is a man of the people.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Yankees pitcher Fritz Peterson, infamous for trading wives with a teammate, dies at 82
Former New York Yankees left-hander Fritz Peterson died at the age of 82. He is probably best known exchanging wives with teammate Mike Kekich in the 1970s.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
UFC 300: 'We're probably gonna get sued' after Arman Tsarukyan appeared to punch fan during walkout
'We'll deal with that Monday,' Dana White said about Arman Tsarukyan appearing to punch a fan during his UFC 300 walkout.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
2024 Masters payouts: How much did Scottie Scheffler earn for his win at Augusta National?
The Masters has a record $20 million purse this year.
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Anthony Davis leaves Lakers season finale with back spasm, accuses Larry Nance Jr. of 'dangerous play'
Davis and head coach Darvin Ham are optimistic that Davis' latest injury won't sideline him for Tuesday's play-in game against the Pelicans.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA playoff picture: Thunder clinch No. 1 seed in West; Suns, Pacers secure final bid in each conference
The Thunder prevailed in a three-way race in the West with an emphatic season-finale win over the Mavericks.
4 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
What Trump is signaling with his possible Treasury and Fed picks
Donald Trump is floating ideas for his economic team much earlier than in elections past. But he is once again embracing loyalists and well-known figures from the worlds of Wall Street and Washington.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Thousands of Kentucky fans welcome Mark Pope home to Rupp Arena — and turn the page on John Calipari
Mark Pope wasn't Kentucky's first choice. But for the fans packing the stands at Rupp Arena Sunday, he was the right choice.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Mock Draft Monday with Daniel Jeremiah: Bears snag Odunze, Raiders grab a QB
It's another edition of 'Mock Draft Monday' on the pod and who better to have on then the face of NFL Network's draft coverage and a giant in the industry. Daniel Jeremiah joins Matt Harmon to discuss his mock draft methodology, what he's hearing about this year's draft class and shares his favorite five picks in his latest mock draft.
2 min read - PoliticsYahoo News 360
How strong is the hush money case against Donald Trump?
The heart of the Manhattan DA's indictment relies heavily on an untested legal theory that some experts say will be very hard to prove.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA playoffs: The season finale delivered, setting the stage for more drama and star power
Never in the league’s rich history was there a day like Sunday.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Verne Lundquist signs off from the Masters: 'It's been an honor and a privilege'
Verne Lundquist ended a 40-year run at the Masters.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Red Sox reliever Kenley Jansen criticizes quality of 'embarrassing' baseballs
Boston Red Sox reliever Kenley Jansen complained about the quality of MLB's baseball after struggling in his outing versus the Los Angeles Angels.
3 min read - USYahoo News
Trump's 1st criminal trial begins Monday. Here's what you need to know.
On Monday, Donald Trump will again make history, becoming the first former president to go to trial on criminal charges.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Fantasy Baseball: The top starting pitchers to stream in Week 3
Fred Zinkie breaks down this week's pitching landscape for those debating whether or not to trust some debatable arms.
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Knicks earn No. 2 seed in NBA Eastern playoffs with win over Bulls and Bucks loss to Magic
The Knicks go into the NBA playoffs as the Eastern Conference's No. 2 seed after a 120–119 win over the Chicago Bulls, coupled with the Milwaukee Bucks losing to the Orlando Magic.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Joel Embiid reportedly expected to be ready for postseason after missing 76ers finale
Embiid was a surprise scratch for Sunday's season finale with a playoff berth at stake.
2 min read - BusinessTechCrunch
Tesla is reportedly laying off more than 10% of its global workforce
Tesla is laying off thousands of employees as it tries to simultaneously cut costs and boost productivity, according to an internal email sent to staff by CEO Elon Musk, Electrek and Bloomberg News reported. The electric automaker is cutting "more than 10%" of its global headcount, Musk said in the email. Tesla finished 2023 with over 140,000 employees, meaning the cuts could impact more than 14,000 people.
2 min read - CelebrityYahoo Celebrity UK
Sharon Osbourne's biggest celebrity feuds, from Amanda Holden to Iron Maiden
As the former X Factor judge locks horns with the Britain's Got Talent star here are some of the other stars to incur Sharon Osbourne's wrath.
5 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Spring game takeaways, Transfer Portal QBs, and Mark Pope's Kentucky introduction
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde react to the latest buzz coming from spring games, pitch if Auburn and Michigan need to add quarterbacks in the transfer portal, Kentucky welcoming new basketball coach Mark Pope, and a lawsuit against Goofy.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
For these battle-scarred Knicks, fighting for the No. 2 seed was the only option
The Knicks, after a season marred by a rash of brutal injuries, weren’t going to run from any smoke or worry about ducking any potentially difficult postseason matchups.
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Profits surge at Goldman Sachs on Wall Street revival
Profits rose 28% for Goldman during the first quarter as the Wall Street giant recorded improvements in everything from investment banking to trading to wealth management.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NASCAR: Chase Elliott snaps 42-race winless streak
The 2020 Cup Series champion hadn't won since Talladega in October of 2022.
4 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Masters: Scottie Scheffler claims second green jacket in emphatic fashion
At 27, Scottie Scheffler joins of an exclusive club of two-time Masters winners.
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Pacers tie franchise record with 157 points, clinch playoff spot with win over Hawks
The Indiana Pacers are entering the postseason on a high note.
2 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Stock market today: US futures rise as nerves settle after Iran attack
Worries over the fallout from Iran's attack on Israel eased, allowing focus to return to earnings season and inflation risks to rate-cut hopes.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Suns clinch No. 6 seed in NBA Western Conference playoffs by beating Timberwolves, Lakers defeating Pelicans
The Phoenix Suns clinched the Western Conference's No. 6 seed in the NBA playoffs with a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, coupled with the Los Angeles Lakers defeating the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Caitlin Clark popped up on SNL to dunk on Michael Che and pay tribute to WBB legends
Caitlin Clark made the "Weekend Update" host read jokes about unfunny he is.
2 min read - EntertainmentYahoo TV UK
The Jinx Part Two review: Robert Durst documentary makes a dramatic return
Robert Durst was arrested and put on trial for the 2000 murder of Susan Berman, the events of which are explored in the follow-up to the 2015 documentary.
4 min read - HealthYahoo Life UK
This is the most stressful time of day, according to a new poll
Here's how to cope with anxiety at the most stressful time of the day.
4 min read - EntertainmentHuffPost
CBS Pulls The Plug On Billy Joel At Worst Possible Moment, And Fans Are So Pissed
The iconic singer's landmark performance was cut off at the exact wrong time -- and viewers are livid.
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Two men shove boulders off ancient rock formation in Nevada, wrecking it, video shows
A girl screams “Don’t fall, daddy!” as two men roll boulders over a cliff, the video shows.
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