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Coffee Genes May Boost Early Heart Plaque Risk

March 22, 2026

A large study looked at how people’s genes that favor coffee drinking might affect hidden heart disease. Researchers followed 24, 835 adults in Sweden and used imaging tests to check for early plaque in heart arteries and the neck’s carotid artery. Participants reported how often they drank coffee,

politics

Pentagon Press Rules Spark Free Speech Debate

March 21, 2026

A U. S. federal judge recently stepped in to stop new Pentagon rules that could tag reporters as security threats for seeking information outside official channels. The rules, introduced last year, let officials revoke press passes if journalists talk to military staff about anything not cleared for

health

Young Doctors and Fatty Liver: What the Numbers Say

March 18, 2026

Medical students are a group that many think is healthy and low‑risk, yet new data shows an unsettling trend. Over a six‑year span, researchers compared two groups of students from the same university to see how common fatty liver disease had become. The study focused on metabolic‑dysfunction‑associ

health

Kids’ Bones and the Hidden “Forever” Chemicals

March 17, 2026

Scientists have found that a group of man‑made chemicals, called PFAS, can lower bone strength in children. PFAS are used in many everyday items such as non‑stick pans, waterproof clothing and food packaging. They do not break down easily, so they stay in the air, dust, soil and even in about half o

celebrities

Conan O’Brien Talks About the Reiner Murders and Public Attention

March 13, 2026

Conan O’Brien has finally spoken about the sudden deaths of his friends Rob and Michele Reiner, a story that has made headlines worldwide. The former late‑night host kept quiet for months, but after a brief mention on a podcast, he agreed to talk with The Hollywood Reporter before the Oscars. He

health

Smoking Costs in EU Hospitals: A Fresh Look

March 6, 2026

The European Union still faces a major health challenge with tobacco use. Even after many years of progress, smoking rates have stopped falling and new laws to curb the habit are few. Researchers used data from the 2019 European Health Interview Survey to calculate how much smoking hurts hospitals f

sports

Athens Paper Scores Big in Sports Writing Contest

March 3, 2026

The Athens Banner‑Herald has been recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors for its excellence in sports journalism during 2025. The paper belongs to Division D, the fourth level of the competition that sorts entries by overall print and digital readership. Among its standout contributors i

science

Living Near a Nuclear Power Plant May Raise Cancer Risk

February 24, 2026

People who dwell close to nuclear facilities might face a higher chance of dying from cancer, according to new research that examined data across the United States. The study looked at cancer deaths recorded from 2000 to 2018 and linked them to how far residents lived from a nuclear plant, finding t

finance

Retail Trading Shifts: Crypto Takes a Backseat

February 16, 2026

The recent earnings reports from Robinhood and Coinbase reveal a significant shift in retail trading behavior. While overall revenues have increased, crypto-specific earnings have taken a hit. This trend highlights a broader pattern where retail investors are moving away from crypto and towards othe

celebrities

Celebrities Love Red: Valentine's Day Fashion Ideas

February 15, 2026

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. It's a day to celebrate love and show affection. Many people like to dress up in red or pink to match the romantic vibe. Celebrities are no exception. They often set trends with their stylish outfits. Let's take a look at some of their best red looks for Va