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2 weeks ago in World
Global tuberculosis diagnoses rise to a record, but deaths fall, WHO reports
The number of people diagnosed with tuberculosis worldwide rose again last year, eclipsing 2023's record total, World Health Organization officials said Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Ohio State stays on top of playoff bracket, while Miami makes a big move
Not surprisingly, Ohio State stayed at the top of the rankings, and there was a healthy debate about whether last weekend's action warranted keeping Indiana at No. 2, one spot ahead of Texas A&M.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations
Three paintings from famously chill public television legend Bob Ross sold Tuesday for more than $600,000 at auction. The paintings were the first of 30 Ross works being sold to benefit public TV stations hurt by cuts in federal funding.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Meghan Trainor says she ‘Still Don’t Care’ — because her new album and tour are about growth
In the decade following her debut album, Meghan Trainor has lived myriad lives — but the message of her bright, cheery pop music has remained the same: Stay true to who you are and ignore the haters. That spirit endures on her lead single, the jovial "Still Don't Care," the first tease of her forthcoming seventh full-length album, "Toy with Me," out April 24.
UMass poll shows Senator Markey hard to beat
A new poll out of UMass Amherst and WCVB has found evidence that US Senator Ed Markey will be difficult to challenge in the primaries as Markey holds his highest popularity ratings this past year.
Warwick School Committee votes against supporting six-town regionalization
The Warwick School Committee has made a statement outlining why they do not support Warwick joining the proposed six-town regional “super” district.
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Leyden
Last week in Leyden a raccoon tested positive for rabies and the town is advising all outdoor pets and livestock update their rabies vaccination, if it hasn’t been updated within the past month.
Hawley fire department offering chimney cleaning services for residents
The Hawley Volunteer Fire Department is taking action when it comes to preventing heating-related fires in their community
Winchester residents warned against drinking water
Residents of Winchester, New Hampshire are being told to not drink the tap water after an odor investigation at 74 Gomako Drive uncovered an unknown contaminant in the water.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge stemming from Miami shooting
Former NFL star Antonio Brown was returning Tuesday to Miami to face an attempted murder charge stemming from a May shooting, with his lawyer filing a not guilty plea on his behalf.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley died from injuries suffered in fall
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, died from blunt force injuries to the head that he suffered in a fall earlier this year, an autopsy has determined.
Greenfield man arrested in state police child-exploitation sting operation
A Greenfield man has been arrested as part of a three-day state police sting operation revolving around child exploitation. 40-year-old Kevin DeRosa was one of more than 50 people taken into custody during the operation. DeRosa is charged with enticement of a child.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Mavericks fire GM Nico Harrison 9 months after widely panned Luka Doncic trade
The Dallas Mavericks fired general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, an admission nine months later that the widely criticized trade of Luka Doncic backfired on the franchise.
Newest Veterans monument unveiled at Greenfield ceremony
A sizable crowd braved gray skies, snow showers, and cold temperatures for the annual Greenfield Veterans Day Parade and ceremony.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Arctic air hits much of the US, bringing snow to some areas and very chilly temperatures to Florida
Some of this autumn's coldest weather yet is bearing down on the United States, enveloping the eastern two-thirds of the country in Arctic air on Monday and affecting millions of people.
2 weeks ago in National
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday, days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Oprah Winfrey picks Ann Packer’s ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ for book club
Ann Packer's "Some Bright Nowhere," her first novel in a decade, is Oprah Winfrey's latest book club pick.
2 weeks ago in National
While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends
Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts to flights at 40 major U.S. airports, officials said Monday.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
Major League Baseball said its authorized gaming operators will cap bets on individual pitches at $200 and exclude them from parlays, a day after two Cleveland Guardians players were indicted and accused of rigging pitches at the behest of gamblers.
