Vanessa Romo
Stories
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National
Lou Conter, last survivor of the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, dies at 102
The seaman had a storied career in the Navy. Over 27 years he served, he survived the surprise attack by Japan, was shot down over the Pacific and was uninjured in the Korean War.
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National
After nearly a decade, Oprah Winfrey is set to depart the board of WeightWatchers
The announcement comes amid falling profits for the company. WeightWatchers has been facing declining stock prices since November as weight loss drugs, known as GLP1s, have soared in popularity.
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World
Jamaica and the Bahamas are pushing back against U.S. travel warnings
The State Department is discouraging tourists from traveling to the Caribbean islands. But government officials from both nations hope that won't keep tourists from coming.
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JN.1 takes over as the most prevalent COVID-19 variant. Here's what you need to know
The CDC estimates that up to 86% of new COVID-19 cases stem from the latest mutation. The virus continues to evolve so rapidly that "our immune systems have not been able to keep up," an expert says.
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National
Amid scrutiny, Boeing promises more quality checks. But is it enough?
The aircraft maker is under renewed pressure to strengthen quality management across its production lines. But critics say a fundamental cultural shift is needed.
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National
Bobi's 'oldest ever dog' title is in question as Guinness World Record investigates
The Portuguese pooch was said be 31 years when he died last October, far outlasting dogs of the same breed, which often live half that age. Now, experts have doubts about the validity of those claims.
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National
Claudine Gay's resignation highlights the trouble with regulating academic writing
Harvard President Claudine Gay resigned Tuesday amid plagiarism allegations. Experts say improved technology could bring to light more alleged transgressions in past works by other academic leaders.
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Hack, rizz, slay and other cringe-worthy words to avoid in 2024
Do your New Year's resolutions include improving your vocabulary? Then the 2024 Banished Words List from Lake Superior State is for you.
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National
Blizzard conditions, freezing rain and strong winds slow holiday travel
The "significant" winter storm dropping heavy snow, freezing rains and potentially damaging ice is expected to last through early Wednesday, the National Weather Service warns.
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Apes remember long-lost friends and family they haven't seen in decades
Researchers found that chimpanzees and bonobos were able to recognize photos of former groupmates after more than 25 years apart, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins University.