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Prenatal blood test can sometimes hint at cancer in moms-to-beDec 06, 2024 6:00 am - Many moms-to-be opt for blood tests during pregnancy to check for fetal disorders such as Down syndrome. In rare instances, these tests can reveal something unexpected — hints of a hidden cancer in the woman.
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Former White Sox slugger and longtime analyst Bill Melton dies at 79Dec 05, 2024 1:52 pm - Bill Melton, a star slugger for the White Sox in the 1970s who later became a fixture on their broadcasts as a pregame and postgame TV analyst for more than two decades, has died. He was 79.
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From ‘Love Actually’ to ‘Black Doves,’ Keira Knightley has your Christmas coveredDec 05, 2024 12:32 pm - Keira Knightley starred in one of the most popular Christmas films of the 21st century, the 2003 romantic comedy “Love Actually." Her new Netflix series “Black Doves" is also set during the holidays, but in this, she plays a spy alongside Ben Whishaw’s assassin.
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In ‘Unstoppable,’ an inspirational, if formulaic sports drama about a wrestler with one legDec 05, 2024 10:45 am - Anthony Robles’ story seems almost tailor made for a Hollywood film. Born with only one leg, he overcame the prejudices of those around him and his own physical limitations to become a champion wrestler, chronicled in “Unstoppable.”
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'Deny,' 'defend' and 'depose': Ammunition used in CEO’s killing had writing on it, AP source saysDec 05, 2024 8:48 am - The masked gunman who stalked and killed the leader of one of the largest U.S. health insurance companies on a Manhattan sidewalk used ammunition emblazoned with the words “deny,” “defend” and “depose,” a law enforcement official said Thursday.
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OPEC+ oil producers' alliance postpones production increases as crude prices stagnateDec 05, 2024 7:42 am - Eight members of the OPEC+ alliance of oil exporting countries decided Thursday to put off increasing oil production as they face weaker than expected demand and competing production from non-allied countries — factors that could keep oil prices stagnant into next year.
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‘Wicked’ named best film, Daniel Craig best actor by National Board of ReviewDec 05, 2024 7:41 am - The National Board of Review put its full support behind Jon M. Chu's “Wicked,” naming the lavish musical the best film of the year, Chu best director and awarding its stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, a prize for their collaboration, in awards announced Wednesday.
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Bitcoin has surpassed the $100,000 mark as the post-election rally continues. What's next?Dec 05, 2024 7:36 am - Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time this week as a massive rally in the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, largely accelerated by the election of Donald Trump, rolls on.
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Supreme Court seems likely to uphold Tennessee’s ban on medical treatments for transgender minorsDec 04, 2024 11:04 pm - WASHINGTON — Hearing a high-profile culture-war clash, the Supreme Court on Wednesday seemed likely to uphold Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The jus...
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Hegseth fights to save Pentagon nomination as sources say Trump considers DeSantisDec 04, 2024 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON — A defiant Pete Hegseth fought to save his nomination to be Donald Trump's defense secretary Wednesday as the president-elect considered possible replacements...