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7 hours ago in Lifestyle
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies
Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says as many as 150,000 dogs are bitten by venomous snakes each year in the United States. In the rattlesnake hot spot of Arizona, emergency veterinarian Dr. Sarah Carotenuto says the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson treats four to six dogs daily for rattlesnake bites, along with an occasional cat.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin
Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Do you toss food once the date on the label has passed? Experts say that’s often a waste
If you've ever tossed out a carton of milk or a container of yogurt solely because the date on the packaging had passed, you're not alone. Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts.
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3 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Mission Hospital in ‘substantial compliance’ after CMS scrutiny
Mission says it has addressed concerns raised during a January inspection that resulted in an "immediate jeopardy" finding
8 hours ago in Local
Buncombe County approves river access, Woodfin greenway and $31M Enka expansion
Projects include three ADA-accessible river launches, two Woodfin greenway sections and 12 new jobs at an Enka manufacturer
8 hours ago in Local, Politics
Rep. Chuck Edwards ends reelection campaign amid House ethics investigation
Edwards said he will complete his term after the House Ethics Committee recommended censure over allegations involving two congressional staffers
22 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Buncombe County man sentenced to 38-58 months after drive-by shooting
William Lopez-Hernandez has been sentenced to 38-58 months in the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction for his role in a targeted drive-by shooting at a classmate's residence.
Sports
7 hours ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering wrist injury
Carlos Alcaraz withdrew Tuesday from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering right wrist injury that has sidelined him since April.
7 hours ago in Sports
Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs
Tarik Skubal was booed during his Los Angeles Dodgers debut on Tuesday night. No big deal, he said. The two-time Cy Young Award winner actually enjoyed the chilly reception.
1 day ago in Sports
Alec Burleson hits 3 homers for Cardinals at Yankee Stadium after trade deadline passes
After the frenzy of Monday's trade deadline, Alec Burleson hit a trio of two-run homers off three different pitchers, including a drive into the second deck in right field that capped a seven-run eighth inning as St. Louis outslugged the New York Yankees for a 13-7 victory despite blowing a six-run lead.
1 day ago in Sports
Top FIFA officials Wenger and Grafström distance themselves from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan
Two senior FIFA executives — coaching great Arsène Wenger and CEO-like secretary general Mattias Grafström — distanced themselves Tuesday from their boss Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes in future World Cup profits to private investors.
