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A gene called APOE4 has long been considered a key risk factor. But new research says if people inherit two copies of that gene, it’s not just a risk — it appears to be the underlying cause.

“Spaving,” or spending more to save more, can lead to excessive spending and high-interest credit card debt if you aren’t careful, experts say.

It’s an “ongoing debate” between Clara and her mom, who’s a NASA research scientist.

“Optimize by Equinox” is a personalized health program that includes everything from personal training and nutrition to sleep coaching and massage therapy.

A livestream of the service at Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church captured the moment Bernard Junior Polite, 26, walked toward the front of the church and pointed a gun at Rev. Glenn Germany as Germany was in the middle of his sermon.

WNBA star Brittney Griner shared details of her experience in her book, “Coming Home,” which will be released Tuesday.

Boeing is finally poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA after years of delays and stumbles.

Israel began striking targets in the southern Gaza town of Rafah, its leaders said Monday, hours after Hamas announced it had accepted an Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal. Still, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would send negotiators to continue talks on the deal.

The fine Monday marks the second sanction for Trump for inflammatory comments about witnesses since the start of the trial last month.

When it comes to the people who help teach our children reading, writing, arithmetic and so many other important life lessons, we can’t thank them enough. That’s why a nationwide effort known as Teacher Appreciation Week rolls around every year to give us all a chance to give our endless thanks to educators.

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina on Sunday did not directly answer multiple questions about whether he’d accept the results of the 2024 presidential election, regardless of who wins.

Authorities say massive floods in Brazil’s southern Rio Grande do Sul state have killed at least 75 people over the last seven days and another 103 are reported missing. Damage from the rains has forced more than 80,000 people from their homes. Approximately 15,000 have taken refuge in schools, gymnasiums and other temporary shelters.

Actor Bernard Hill, who delivered a rousing cry before leading his people into battle in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” and went down with the ship as the captain in “Titanic,” has died.