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A study of nearly 500 domestic cats uncovered similarities between cancer gene mutations in felines and humans. Researchers say that the studies could help better understand human cancer and, eventually, develop potential treatments for people.

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Seabather’s eruption. Staph infection. Norovirus. You can catch several rashes and infections at the beach. We have tips to stay safe: https://wapo.st/4vjJlJW

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As speculation swirls about a potential Supreme Court vacancy, a growing number of firebrand conservative judges are making themselves hard to ignore. Many lawyers consider the rise in flashy opinions to be a form of auditioning for President Trump.

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Exclusive: President Trump will headline an opening ceremony of the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, set for June 24, after many of the musical performers slated for the event canceled, citing the event’s association with him.

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In dogs, two clinical trials of antiaging drugs are underway: One for rapamycin and one for LOY-002, a more mysterious medicine. If studies show that these drugs lengthen a dog’s healthy lifespan, there would be additional support for their use in humans. https://wapo.st/3RzfjmS

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It’s that time of year — pool parties, outdoor games, flipping hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill. We want your summer to be bliss, so we’ve collected tips from experts on how you can avoid sunburns, bug bites and other health risks.

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Diane Carlson Evans, a former Army nurse, spent years championing military women. She died of a rare cancer linked to Agent Orange, the toxic herbicide.

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Controversy around President Trump’s nearly $1.8 billion payout fund threatens to add even more political risks for Republican lawmakers heading into the midterm elections. Here’s what you need to know about Congress’s power to restrict the fund:

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U.S. officials may allow some of the American passengers exposed to a unique strain of hantavirus to leave a special quarantine facility in Nebraska. But they are still weighing how closely they should be monitored for the remainder of the 42-day quarantine.

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Your brain typically starts shrinking in your 30s and 40s, with accelerated shrinkage after age 70. But this decline is not inevitable, said neurologist Majid Fotuhi. Here's what he eats to encourage brain health: https://wapo.st/432gvS9

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President Trump “remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function,” according to a medical report released by the White House. Read the physician’s full assessment here:

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My family is pressuring me to let my mother-in-law into the delivery room. I’m not comfortable with her being there, but she keeps crying about it. Am I being unfair to keep her out? Advice columnist Carolyn Hax weighs in:

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The explosion of a Blue Origin rocket on a launchpad at Cape Canaveral could have ripple effects throughout the U.S. space program and carry long-term implications for the race against China to put astronauts back on the moon.

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A federal judge ordered that President Trump’s name be removed from the Kennedy Center within two weeks and that officials halt its plan to close the venue for two years. Read more on the decision here: https://wapo.st/4uGquJa

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The Pentagon is recruiting troops to appear as spectators at President Trump’s UFC event at the White House. Internal messages stipulate that military personnel must pay for their travel and meet strict physical requirements to be eligible. https://wapo.st/3RGcBMk

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Well-chosen convenience foods can be a bridge to a healthier, more affordable, actually doable home-cooked dinner, so why not take advantage of them? This recipe uses frozen vegetables, prepared pesto, and fresh or frozen pasta as shortcuts.

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New York's Israel Day Parade faces security challenges as antisemitism has risen since Oct. 7, 2023 and the Israeli invasion of Gaza that followed. There has been a spate of high-profile attacks on U.S. synagogues, mosques and churches in recent years.

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It doesn’t require much to maintain your kitchen equipment. Avoid dishwashers to prevent damage, use non-scratch sponges, and avoid thermal shock. Here are the most important things to do to keep your pots and pans in tip-top shape for years to come:

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Protesters clashed with armed federal immigration officers in front of an ICE detention center in Newark, where advocates have demonstrated for days while asserting that people detained there are staging a hunger strike over poor living conditions. https://wapo.st/4fgjaiyka

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Terry Laird is one of two ferry operators that serve the 200 full-time residents of Smith Island, Maryland. Several months ago, a rumor circulated that he was quitting — and it sent the island into a tizzy. https://wapo.st/492NGIH

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Patients lose “spectacular” amounts of weight on Eli Lilly’s GLP-1 medicine. But doctors say with greater potency comes greater risk. https://wapo.st/4x37WEA

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“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4″ will be set against a full-scale invasion of South Korea and is scheduled for release Oct. 23 on all modern gaming platforms including, notably, the Nintendo Switch 2. Here are the details revealed so far:

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New Yorkers and visitors flooded Midtown on Thursday to observe a Manhattanhenge sunset in which the sun slipped perfectly between the city’s skyscrapers. https://wapo.st/4fQR8Kx

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Last spring, Jan Anderson experienced transient global amnesia after a hike in Sedona, Arizona, leading to a $59,000 hospital bill dispute. She has fully recovered, but a dispute over hospital charges has been a source of stress for over a year.

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The Washington Nationals have fired a team official after a hidden-camera conversation appeared to show him discussing internal team business, including a player’s religion and the franchise’s relationship with the Trump administration.

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A pregnant woman and her 4-year-old son who were detained at Washington Dulles International Airport for more than a week after arriving on tourist visas will be deported to Ghana, according to court filings.

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Column: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended an Eid al-Adha celebration wearing a kurta modeled after the away jerseys for Arsenal FC. It was a clever wardrobe choice for the 34-year-old politician with the whole nation scrutinizing his every move. https://wapo.st/4vlY3jC

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White voters without college degrees, like Annette Dombrowski, who have powered President Trump’s victories since 2016, are growing frustrated with his second term. Read more here: https://wapo.st/4veWkfE

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Breaking news: A federal judge ordered lawyers for President Trump and his family to respond to “grievous allegations” that an unusual deal to end their lawsuit against the IRS constituted an act of fraud.

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