The family of Melissa Hortman, the Minnesota lawmaker who was shot and killed along with her husband in what authorities say was a politically motivated attack, remembered the couple as a talented, funny and loving pair as they gathered on Tuesday to prepare for their funeral. Hortman’s parents, Harry and …
Read More »Oklahoma company seeks to buoy U.S. production of critical rare earth magnets
Stillwater, Oklahoma — Buried on Round Top Mountain in a remote part of West Texas are rare earth minerals, the metals that could power America’s future. Rare earths are a group of 17 elements used in many of the world’s most advanced technologies, including semiconductors, electric cars and guided missiles …
Read More »Can weight loss drugs curb more than appetite? What to know about research on other possible effects
One in eight adults say they’ve used the popular class of medication known as GLP-1 agonists, which are used for weight loss and to treat diabetes. Now research is starting to emerge suggesting these drugs could play a role in curbing more than appetite. Stylist Madison Van Komen was surprised how …
Read More »“It’s just a form of neglect”: Nursing homes face severe staffing shortages, putting elderly at risk
Newton, North Carolina — A majority of nursing homes in the U.S. are facing staffing shortages, according to a recent survey, which can result in unsafe conditions for the nation’s elderly. The survey, released this month by the American Health Care Association, found that 98% of nursing home operators are …
Read More »Cashier at Buffalo supermarket recalls escape from shooting: “At first I didn’t know where I was running”
Fragrance Harris Stanfield had just cashed out a customer at register six when gunshots rang out at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday. Everyone froze, she said. “No one moved. And then we heard some more. We saw the security guard backing up and responding to the …
Read More »Child care costs keeping many women from returning to work
Topeka, Kansas — The labor force now has 1 million fewer women than it did when the pandemic began — and childcare has been cited as one of the major reasons why, according to the National Women’s Law Center. The cost of child care now amounts to 31% of the average …
Read More »Virginia’s governor’s race remains close ahead of voters heading to the polls
In what could be a referendum on President Biden’s agenda and popularity, Virginians are headed to the polls next week to elect a new governor. Mr. Biden won the state by 10 points, but Democrat Terry McAuliffe holds only a slim lead over his Republican challenger, Glenn Youngkin. Independent voters …
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