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Dec 04 2025CRIME

A Former Counselor Faces Serious Charges for Alleged Abuse

A retired mental health counselor is now facing serious legal trouble. Edmund Rivers, 68, is accused of sexually assaulting five young patients over many years. These incidents reportedly happened at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago. The charges include multiple counts of criminal se

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands: Toy Drive for Kids Fighting Cancer

In Colorado, a group called Shining Stars Foundation is asking for help with their yearly toy drive. They want to make the holidays brighter for kids with cancer and their families. This event has been happening for about 20 years, and around 250 kids get to enjoy the toys each year. The foundation

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Dec 04 2025SPORTS

Hugh Freeze: Fighting Health Battles and Coaching Dreams

Hugh Freeze's journey has been anything but smooth. The former football coach recently shared some personal updates that shed light on his current state. At 56, he's dealing with more than just career setbacks. Freeze revealed he's been battling prostate cancer since early 2025. The good news is tha

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

How Money and Community Help Newcomers Feel Better

People moving to new places face many challenges. One big issue is their mental health. Having enough money and support can make a huge difference. But it's not just about cash. It's also about how they use what they have and the help they get from their new community. Studies often look at one thi

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Gabapentin Rules: A State-by-State Look

Gabapentin is a drug that more and more people are using. It's often prescribed for nerve pain and other conditions. But there's a catch: some people might misuse it. This has led to different states making their own rules about gabapentin. From 2016 to 2024, half of the states and territories in t

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Halle Berry Calls Out Gavin Newsom on Menopause Bill

Halle Berry, the Oscar-winning actress, has publicly criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for vetoing a menopause bill for the second year in a row. She shared her thoughts at the New York Times' DealBook conference, highlighting the governor's decision to overlook women's health issues. Ber

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Cheese Alert: What You Need to Know About the Recent Recall

A cheese company has issued a voluntary recall on various shredded cheese products due to potential metal contamination. The recall was first initiated on October 3, 2023, and the FDA has since assigned it a Class II designation, indicating that consuming the affected products could cause temporary

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Cheese Alert: Two Big Recalls You Should Know About

Cheese lovers, listen up! There are two major cheese recalls happening right now, and they're not small deals. One is about shredded cheese with possible metal bits, and the other is about grated Pecorino Romano with listeria concerns. Both are serious, so pay attention. First, let's talk about the

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Dec 04 2025OPINION

Helping Kids Learn, AI Helping People Hear, and Other News

Linda McMahon, the education secretary, is making big changes. She wants to give more power to states and parents. Some people, like Sen. Elizabeth Warren, don't like this. They think the federal government should have more control. But others argue that the current system isn't working well. Test s

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Dec 04 2025CELEBRITIES

A TV Presenter's Sudden Collapse During a Live Soccer Broadcast

A well-known British TV host, Laura Woods, surprised viewers when she fainted during a live soccer match. She was quickly taken to the hospital, but later shared that she was feeling better. Woods, who is 38 years old, posted on her Instagram story, saying she was sorry for worrying everyone. She me

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