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Unexpected pregnancies in Addis Ababa: What drives the risk?

July 10, 2026

In a busy district of Ethiopia’s capital, many women find themselves pregnant without planning it. A research team looked at why this happens among mothers who visit health centers for prenatal care. They compared 103 women whose pregnancies were unplanned with 197 who expected them, gathering

religion

Women with Disabilities Find Hope in Mhondoro-Ngezi Church

July 10, 2026

In a small town called Mhondoro‑Ngezi, a local Baptist church is turning heads by supporting women and girls who have disabilities. The community has long felt the weight of two kinds of bias: gender and disability. Women often face a society that limits their choices, and when they also live with

entertainment

Lauren Bennett’s Sudden Loss Shakes the Music World

July 10, 2026

The music scene lost a bright star when Lauren Bennett, who helped make LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem” famous, passed away at 36. Her group G. R. L. shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, calling her “beloved” and saying their hearts were broken. They remembered the joy she brought, her laughter,

politics

Two Teens End Fight Over School Sports After Supreme Court Decision

July 10, 2026

The story begins with two young girls who stepped up against a federal order that barred transgender athletes from women’s sports. They filed suit in New Hampshire, hoping to keep their spots on school teams. A judge had helped them play while the case went forward, but a new Supreme Court ruling on

health

Danger in the Wild: Rabies Cases Rise Across Four Virginia Counties

July 10, 2026

In early 2026, wildlife officials in Virginia recorded several rabies-positive animals across four counties. The cases were found in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison and Orange, showing that the disease is still a real threat in local ecosystems. The first county to report an infection was Culpeper, w

health

Council Bluffs Hospital Shuts Birth Unit, Raising Concerns Over Iowa’s OB/GYN Shortage

July 10, 2026

"The hospital in Council Bluffs will stop its labor and delivery services after August 31, moving patients to Omaha’s CHI Health birth centers. The decision comes amid a broader trend of closures across the state, as providers struggle to keep enough specialists on staff. The move means that pregnan

politics

Zoom‑In, Not Handcuffs: How Cook County Keeps Calm on 911 Calls

July 10, 2026

"Instead of rushing in with a badge, Cook County’s sheriff has given police a tablet. When someone calls 911 for a mental health crisis, an officer can instantly video‑chat with a trained clinician. This simple swap means the person in trouble talks to a calm professional instead of waiting for poli

health

Older HIV Patients in the Philippines Face New Health Challenges

July 10, 2026

The fight against HIV has changed. Because medicines called antiretroviral therapy (ART) work better now, people with HIV are living longer. This means more older adults—those over 50—are now part of the HIV community. In the Philippines, the number of new infections is still rising. At th

politics

A New Park Honours Veterans and Gives City Fresh Space

July 10, 2026

The city of Carlsbad has begun building its biggest park, a 94‑acre tribute to military veterans that will also offer hiking trails, bike paths and quiet spots for visitors. The park sits near the city’s center, overlooking both a lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. Half of the land will stay open for

entertainment

Weekend Fun in Westmoreland

July 10, 2026

Westmoreland County offers a lively mix of activities for the whole family this weekend, from arts to music and food. \ The Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg hosts a celebration marking America’s 250th birthday. Visitors can taste cupcake treats, explore hands‑on art projects, vie