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September 28, 2023

Three million children set to lose child care with expiration of federal funding

The approaching end of the 2023 fiscal years means American Rescue Plan funding for child care will also be cutting off, jeopardizing the care of millions of kids.

September 28, 2023

Female combat veterans left in cold by loophole as group of women senators steps in

Sen. Jacky Rosen and four other women senators are calling on the Defense Department and VA to ensure that female combat veterans get access to vital benefits.

September 28, 2023

WWII-era military sleep method could help insomniacs nod off quickly, some claim: 'Peace and calm'

A technique originally used by the U.S. military to help people fall asleep quickly can be extremely effective, a TikTok user claims. Sleep experts weigh in.

September 28, 2023

Progress for paralyzed patients: First implanted device is placed to restore arm, hand and finger movement

Onward, a medical tech company in the Netherlands, announced the first-ever surgical implant of its ARC-IM Stimulator, which restores function to the arms and hands of paralyzed patients.

September 28, 2023

US government must do more to help gambling addicts as it makes billions off sports betting, expert says

Keith Whyte, the executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling, says the United States government needs to do more to help gambling addicts.

September 28, 2023

Heartbroken mom rages over reasons for teen daughter’s suicide

The Kansas mother of Jaylee Chillson, who fatally shot herself in front of a deputy after years of bullying, said she is "angry with those that hurt my baby."

September 28, 2023

Futuristic headset can 'bring the world' to homebound elderly thanks to AI tech

MyndVR has already found a user base across a variety of health care sites and started to find use in elderly users' homes, helping those who prefer home therapy options.

September 27, 2023

Air travel is more stressful than going to the dentist, many Americans say

Many Americans consider air travel to be more stressful than going to the dentist, a survey from travel website Expedia found. The company offered money-saving tips and more.

September 27, 2023

NHL assistant GM suffers ‘catastrophic brain injury’ amid ALS battle, wife reveals

Calgary Flames assistant general manager Chris Snow suffered a "catastrophic brain injury" after going into cardiac arrest on Tuesday, his wife said on social media Wednesday.

September 27, 2023

NYPD discovers 3D printed ghost guns in East Harlem day care as city reels from baby's fentanyl exposure death

New York City officials said ghost gun materials were found at a Manhattan day care after the death of a 1-year-old at a different day care in the Bronx.