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Nurse Exposes Hospital Staffing Crisis Threatening New Moms

Olivia M. Hartwell January 18, 2026

At a Glance Maternal deaths in the year after delivery more than doubled from 1999 to 2019 Labor nurse Jen Hamilton urges every expectant parent to...

Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith celebrating touchdown with arms raised as teammates rush over with confetti falling and score

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Seahawks Demolish 49ers 41-6

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

At a Glance Rashid Shaheed returned the opening kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown. Kenneth Walker III rushed for three scores, tying a...

Traders watching volatile XRP price chart with red support line showing potential breakdown

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AI Clash: XRP’s Fate Hangs on $2 Battle

Olivia M. Hartwell January 18, 2026

XRP faces a pivotal week as artificial intelligence models deliver conflicting forecasts for the cross-border token's trajectory, with the $2.00...

Police cruiser with flashing lights stands near motionless man on sidewalk with concerned woman watching officers

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Gunfire Erupts in Winnetka, Leaving One Dead

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance A suspected drug-deal argument turned deadly near Sherman Way and Mason Avenue. One person was killed, another hospitalized after an...

Mummified cheetah lies with ancient papyrus scrolls and golden artifacts showing decayed orange fur

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Scientists Unearth 7 Mummified Cheetahs in Saudi Caves

Sophia A. Reynolds January 18, 2026

At a Glance Seven naturally mummified cheetahs discovered in Saudi Arabia's Lauga cave network Radiocarbon dating places the remains between 150...

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Gilbert Defends Busfield After Child Sex Charges

Daniel J. Whitman January 18, 2026

At a Glance Melissa Gilbert submitted a character letter praising Timothy Busfield's parenting as he faces child sex abuse charges Stepson Michael...

Skylene Montgomery holds roses while Sean Payton touches her shoulder with Broncos fans cheering behind them

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NFL Coach Weds Nurse in Secret Mexico Ceremony

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Sean Payton married Skylene Montgomery on June 18, 2021 in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico The couple met in 2014 when she called a number for...

Newborn baby aardvark peeking from nest with tiny paws and nose visible among lush green plants and flowers

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Nashville Zoo Welcomes First Aardvark Calf of 2026

Amanda S. Bennett January 18, 2026

At a Glance Aardvark calf born at Nashville Zoo at 6:06 a.m. on January 1, 2026 Measures 19 inches long and weighed 4 lbs at birth First aardvark...

Grandma sits shocked at desk with computer showing 2200 dollar error message and Barbie box from Canada behind her

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Grandma Slammed with $802 Tariff on $22 Barbie

Ethan R. Coleman January 18, 2026

At a Glance A Boston grandmother faced an $802 tariff bill after buying a $22 Barbie from Canada The charge stemmed from a FedEx clerical error...

Noah Wyle and George Clooney sharing appetizers and laughter at candlelit dinner table with rustic fireplace behind

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Wyle Reveals Final Clooney Hangout

Jonathan P. Miller January 18, 2026

At a Glance Noah Wyle says his last get-together with George Clooney happened either at L.A.'s Chateau Marmont or in Vancouver between projects The...