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3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise
A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL and Chiefs say he’s considering surgical options
Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while trying to keep the Kansas City Chiefs' postseason hopes alive in the waning seconds of a 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, and the two-time MVP quarterback was considering surgical options.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons feared to have torn ACL, AP source says
Micah Parsons is believed to have suffered a torn ACL in his left knee, a person with knowledge of the All-Pro pass rusher's injury told The Associated Press on Sunday.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one in turn, dies at 78
Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally …" and "This Is Spinal Tap," has died. He was 78.
3 weeks ago in World
Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre
Australian leaders promised Monday to immediately overhaul already-tough gun control laws after a mass shooting targeted a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach.
Stuart Circle house struck by gunfire
Charlottesville Police are investigating shots fired early Monday morning on Stuart Circle that hit a house.
Knife-wielding incident Sunday was road-rage related, police say
A man who wielded a knife at a motorist Sunday was involved in an incident of road rage, and not an attempted carjacking, police now believe.
Two fires that shut down a portion of Skyline Drive were among 152 total during fall fire season
The Virginia Department of Forestry reported 152 wildfires burned in the fall fire season.
Insurance changes could make access to weight loss drugs easier
Two UVA Health physicians who work with diabetes and obesity patients are celebrating what will be better access to weight loss drugs.
Tim Heaphy explains origins of new law firm partnership with Jack Smith
Former US Attorney for Western District of Virginia, former UVA chief counsel, and former Jan. 6 House Select Committee head legal counsel Tim Heaphy is opening a new law firm with the former January 6 special prosecutor Jack Smith next month.
ACPD investigating fraud scheme in parking lots
Two hit their marks, with other victims approached while seen by onlookers.
4 weeks ago in Trending, World
King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening
King Charles III said Friday that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year as he encouraged others to take advantage of screening programs that can detect the disease early when it is easiest to treat.
4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Sherrone Moore charged with stalking, home invasion after being fired as Michigan football coach
Fired University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore "barged his way" into the apartment of a woman with whom he had been having an affair and threatened to kill himself after she reported the relationship to the school and he lost his job, prosecutors said Friday.
4 weeks ago in World
Iran arrests Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, supporters say
Iran has arrested Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, her supporters said Friday. A foundation in her name said she was detained in Mashhad, some 680 kilometers (420 miles) northeast of the capital, Tehran, while attending a memorial for a human rights lawyer recently found dead under unclear circumstances.
Culpeper man dies in Wednesday morning crash on Afton Mountain
State Police report a Culpeper County man dead in a traffic crash on I-64 early Wednesday morning on Afton Mountain.
4 weeks ago in National
Washington state faces historic floods that have washed away homes and stranded families
Days of torrential rain in Washington state caused historic floods that have stranded families on rooftops, washed over bridges and ripped at least two homes from their foundations, and experts warned that even more flooding expected Friday could be catastrophic.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he’s ready to win a Grammy
This week, Jelly Roll was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. And last month, he learned that he was nominated for three Grammys in 2026, marking his third year in a row receiving nods. Two of those are new territory for him.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Remarkable Lindsey Vonn wins World Cup downhill at age 41 to start her Olympic season
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill at St. Moritz on Friday to earn her first victory in nearly eight years — and the first in her comeback with titanium implants in her right knee after a five-year retirement.
