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WHO advises those over 60 to avoid international travel due to Omicron spread

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Amid spread of the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus, the World Health Organization has issued new advice urging some people, including those over 60, to not travel. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3Ebig1t via IFTTT

Study finds link between psychiatric disorders, Type 2 diabetes

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According to new research, people with psychiatric disorders often have to deal with another trouble: Higher rates of type 2 diabetes than the general population. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/32DKEeu via IFTTT

U.S., Taliban conclude two-day talks in Qatar amid humanitarian crisis

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The United States and Afghanistan's Taliban-led government concluded two days of talks in Qatar on Tuesday amid a deepening economic and humanitarian crisis in the Middle Eastern country. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/32O48NL via IFTTT

Federal judge blocks Biden's nationwide vaccine mandate for healthcare workers

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A federal judge on Tuesday issued a preliminary injunction blocking President Joe Biden's vaccine mandate for healthcare workers nationwide. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/2ZGdA4B via IFTTT

All-Star shortstop Javier Baez agrees to 6-year, $140M deal with Detroit Tigers

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The Detroit Tigers have reached an agreement on a multiyear contract with former Chicago Cubs and New York Mets star shortstop Javier Baez. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3xFM5o6 via IFTTT

Accuser says Maxwell groomed her for Epstein

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A woman who accuses Jeffrey Epstein of sexually abusing her when she was 14 years old told jurors Tuesday the late financier's closest associate Ghislaine Maxwell participated in grooming her for him. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rmX98y via IFTTT

Opposition candidate Xiomara Castro elected Honduras' first female president

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Xiomara Castro, of the opposition Libre Party, was elected the first female president of Honduras on Tuesday night as National Party candidate Nasry Asfura announced his concession. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3obBVsc via IFTTT

Tampa Bay Rays trade All-Star 3B Joey Wendle to Miami Marlins

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The Tampa Bay Rays traded All-Star third baseman Joey Wendle to the Miami Marlins on Tuesday, it was announced. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3I95Id9 via IFTTT

CNN suspends Chris Cuomo indefinitely for role in brother's defense

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CNN anchor Chris Cuomo was suspended indefinitely Tuesday after the network said it received new information about his attempts to defend his brother former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo from sexual harassment allegations. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3o8TE3F via IFTTT

Chicago White Sox re-signing veteran utility player Leury Garcia to 3-year deal

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The Chicago White Sox are re-signing free agent utilityman Leury Garcia to a multiyear contract. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3lJq9Eb via IFTTT

College Football Playoff rankings: UGA, Michigan, Alabama, Cincinnati in top four

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Just days removed from their first win over rival Ohio State in the last decade, the Michigan Wolverines joined Georgia, Alabama and Cincinnati in the top four of the latest College Football Playoff rankings. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3IaHz5Q via IFTTT

4 jurors seated in trial of Kim Potter for death of Daunte Wright

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Four jurors have been seated in the manslaughter trial of a former Minnesota police officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright during a traffic stop earlier this year. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/2ZGjWRx via IFTTT

Former UCF football player Otis Anderson Jr. shot, killed by father

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Otis Anderson Jr., a former football player for the University of Central Florida and the Los Angeles Rams, was shot and killed by his father in a double shooting that also left his mother hospitalized. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3pedQk2 via IFTTT

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James enters NBA's COVID-19 protocols

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to miss multiple games after entering the NBA's health and safety protocols. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3lnHB0D via IFTTT

FDA panel endorses emergency use authorization for Merck COVID-19 pill

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A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Tuesday voted to endorse emergency use authorization for Merck's experimental COVID-19 pill. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3lnHIt5 via IFTTT

New Jersey Devils' Jack Hughes signs 8-year, $64M contract extension

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The New Jersey Devils rewarded rising star Jack Hughes with an eight-year, $64 million contract extension Tuesday. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rldI4U via IFTTT

Dr. Mehmet Oz announces bid for Pennsylvania Senate seat

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Dr. Mehmet Oz, who rose to fame on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," announced a bid to run for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania as a Republican on Tuesday. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3EahotX via IFTTT

COVID-19 may trigger heart condition in young athletes

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A heart condition, myocarditis, has been found in a number of U.S. college athletes who have had COVID-19, a new study finds. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rmoCXW via IFTTT

Maya Rudolph, Andy Samberg stuffed selves hosting 'Baking It'

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"Baking It" hosts Maya Rudolph and Andy Samberg discussed the challenges of eating every confection made by contestants on the Christmas baking show, out Thursday on Peacock. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3p9yDoV via IFTTT

Famous birthdays for Nov. 30: Ridley Scott, Kaley Cuoco

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Filmmaker Ridley Scott turns 84 and actor Kaley Cuoco turns 35, among the famous birthdays for Nov. 30. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3d4NxXH via IFTTT

On This Day, Nov. 30: Ken Jennings ends record 74-game run on 'Jeopardy!'

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On Nov. 28, 2004, Ken Jennings lost on the U.S. game show Jeopardy! after winning 74 games and $2.5 million. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3o5ctoo via IFTTT

Senate Republicans stall National Defense Authorization Act

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Senate Republicans have blocked a massive annual defense bill from passing amid an impasse on control of amendments. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/2ZD5l9t via IFTTT

Plant-based diet can reduce personal carbon footprint, study says

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Worried about climate change? Folks can reduce their personal carbon footprint by eating less red meat, nibbling fewer sweets and cutting back on tea, coffee and booze, according to the findings. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3D7tnH2 via IFTTT

Study: More years playing football means more brain lesions on MRI

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A new study suggests that brain scans can reliably spot signs of sports-inflicted neurological damage while a person is still alive, and the study showed that more lesions show up on scans the longer a person plays. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3lmT2Wl via IFTTT

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders probe of Syria airstrike that killed dozens

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered an investigation into U.S. airstrikes into Syria in 2019 that resulted in scores of civilian deaths. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3pfJ3TI via IFTTT

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes says she was abused by former COO, boyfriend Ramesh Balwani

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Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of blood-testing company Theranos, testified Monday that her boyfriend and the company's COO, Ramesh Balwani, sexually and emotionally abused her, as she faces fraud charges. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3D5RNAM via IFTTT

Global Posture Review recommends few changes to global U.S. military stance

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The Pentagon on Monday released the results of its nearly yearlong review of the military's international posture, making few recommendations. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rmaaPK via IFTTT

AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray joining Mariners on 5-year, $115M deal

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Reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray has agreed to a multiyear contract with the Seattle Mariners. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3lnqcFh via IFTTT

College football: Fresno State's Kalen DeBoer hired as Washington's head coach

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Fresno State football coach Kalen DeBoer was named the next head coach at Washington, it was announced Monday. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3pfHqWn via IFTTT

Carolina Panthers star RB Christian McCaffrey out for season with ankle injury

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Carolina Panthers star running back Christian McCaffrey will miss the rest of the season due to a left ankle injury that he suffered during the first half of Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3o7EVpu via IFTTT

Justice Dept.: Gap reaches agreement to settle discrimination charges

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Gap Inc. has reached a settlement to resolve federal charges that it discriminated against workers because of their immigration status, the Justice Department announced Monday. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3I2zKiJ via IFTTT

College football: Notre Dame's Brian Kelly set to leave Irish, coach LSU

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In a surprising move, the LSU Tigers are set to hire Notre Dame's Brian Kelly as their next head football coach. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3d1Yolf via IFTTT

Tensions escalate in House over Rep. Boebert's 'Islamophobic' comments

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Strained partisan relations in the House of Representatives worsened Monday following a tense phone call between feuding members Republican Lauren Boebert and Democrat Ilhan Omar. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3G2SZHh via IFTTT

Rangers signing ex-Dodgers SS Corey Seager to 10-year, $325M deal

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Former Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop and prized free agent Corey Seager has agreed to a 10-year contract to join the Texas Rangers. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3E1FiYp via IFTTT

Prosecutors say Epstein confidant Ghislaine Maxwell aided 'pyramid scheme of abuse'

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The federal trial of British socialite and Jeffrey Epstein confidant Ghislaine Maxwell began Monday with prosecutors accusing the pair of creating a "pyramid scheme of abuse." from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3FUWn6S via IFTTT

Cowboys' Trysten Hill suspended 2 games for punching Raiders' John Simpson

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Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Trysten Hill was suspended without pay for two games Monday after punching Las Vegas Raiders offensive lineman John Simpson following the Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day loss to the Raiders. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3xBFds2 via IFTTT

Jury selected in trial for former 'Empire' star Jussie Smollett

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Jury selection was completed Monday in the Chicago trial of former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett, nearly three years after he was charged with falsely claiming to be the victim of a hate crime. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3D03TeN via IFTTT

College football: Oklahoma Sooners' Spencer Rattler enters NCAA transfer portal

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Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler, a preseason Heisman favorite who was benched early in the 2021 season, announced Monday he is entering the NCAA transfer portal. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3o6Imx0 via IFTTT

'Chucky' renewed for Season 2, premiering 2022

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Syfy and USA Networks have renewed "Chucky" for a second season ahead of the season finale on Tuesday. The series follows seven movies in the "Child's Play" killer doll series. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3G1KtYL via IFTTT

Opposition candidate Xiomara Castro holds big lead in Honduras election

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Center-left opposition candidate Xiomara Castro on Monday appeared poised to win the presidential election in Honduras with more than 53% of the vote, election officials announced. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3cXRDB4 via IFTTT

Nuclear talks with Iran resume after six-month hiatus

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For the first time in six months, discussions to revive the Iran nuclear deal began on Monday in Vienna. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3liHEL9 via IFTTT

Jeffrey Epstein confidant Ghislaine Maxwell's trial set to start

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The federal trial of British socialite and Jeffrey Epstein confidant Ghislaine Maxwell is to begin Monday, and most likely dredge up sexual misconduct allegations connecting Epstein and his powerful friends. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3FUWn6S via IFTTT

Riz Ahmed to receive Richard Harris Award at 2021 British Independent Film Awards

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Riz Ahmed is set to be honored with the Richard Harris Award at the 2021 British Independent Film Awards. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3FUQtCL via IFTTT

Florida hires Billy Napier as head football coach

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The University of Florida hired Billy Napier as its football coach, the school announced. Napier, who holds the same role at Louisiana, will coach the Ragin' Cajuns on Saturday and arrive in Gainesville, Fla., on Sunday. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3xBsVA4 via IFTTT

Citing warm weather, Canada taps into maple syrup reserves

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Shorter harvest and high demand have led to Canada's decision to release 50% of its maple syrup reserves. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3D2PLlc via IFTTT

College football: Coach Lincoln Riley leaves Oklahoma for USC

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Football coach Lincoln Riley left his job at Oklahoma to become the newest coach at the University of Southern California, the schools announced. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3I1TaEu via IFTTT

HGTV star Ty Pennington marries Kelle Merrell at intimate wedding

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HGTV star Ty Pennington married Kellee Merrell during an intimate ceremony in Savannah, Ga. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3D7jpWe via IFTTT

WHO: Omicron variant poised to spread quickly around world

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The World Health Organization has warned that the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus could lead to "severe consequences" in some parts of the world because of its ability to change and dodge efforts to block it. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rjGiDJ via IFTTT

Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett's 'MTV Unplugged' to premiere Dec. 16

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Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett will perform together as part of a new installment of "MTV Unplugged," which will premiere on Dec. 16 at 9 p.m. EST. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/3rjy6Di via IFTTT

Ravens edge Browns despite Lamar Jackson's 4 INTs

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Quarterback Lamar Jackson threw four interceptions, but provided a clutch scrambling throw for a second-half touchdown to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 16-10 win over the Cleveland Browns. from Latest News - UPI.com https://ift.tt/2ZEgTcA via IFTTT