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5 days ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

6 days ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

1 week ago in National

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora tied to contaminated lettuce has heightened safety concerns about imported food, while underscoring a longer-term trend: U.S. regulators are conducting fewer international inspections to catch contaminated produce before it lands on American plates.

2 weeks ago in National

Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks

A judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in a case that sharply divided many Americans over whether the Massachusetts woman should be criminally responsible for killing her three young children.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

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2 days ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January

Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo

Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows

Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.

Sports News

4 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 9/15

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 9/16

10 hours ago in Sports

JMU announces change in Track & Field leadership

James Madison Director of Athletics Matt Roan announced the departure of Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Delethea Quarles on Tuesday, effective immediately.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

Dukes and Monarchs to kick at 6 PM in Norfolk on September 26

James Madison's conference opener at Old Dominion will kick off at 6 p.m. ET, on Saturday, Sept. 26, at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia, and will be streamed live on ESPN+, the Sun Belt Conference announced on Monday. The game can also be heard on the JMU Radio Network.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

JMU’s Michael Scott named Sun Belt Special Teams Player of the Week

James Madison wide receiver Michael Scott has been named the Sun Belt Conference Special Teams Player of the Week, the league announced on Monday.

2 days ago in Sports

JMU Women’s Soccer battles Loyola Maryland to 1-1 draw

James Madison women's soccer battled Loyola Maryland to a 1-1 draw at the Ridley Athletic Complex to close out its non-conference schedule on Sunday night.

2 days ago in Sports

Bridgewater Men’s Soccer takes down Marymount on late goal, 2-1

A late strike from Lucio Bianchi propelled the Bridgewater College men's soccer team to a 2-1 victory over Marymount on Sunday afternoon.

2 days ago in Sports

EMU Men’s Soccer comes up short at home against Gettysburg, 2-1

EMU Men's Soccer comes up short at home against Gettysburg, 2-1

2 days ago in Sports

James Madison Field Hockey falls to No. 11 Virginia, 7-0

James Madison field hockey was outshot 21-1 as the Dukes fell to No. 11 Virginia 7-0 on Sunday afternoon at Turf Field.

2 days ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Women’s Soccer gets blanked by Methodist, 1-0

Eastern Mennonite Women's Soccer gets blanked by Methodist, 1-0

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57 minutes ago in Local, Weather

Sunny and warmer today. An increasing chance for thunderstorms the rest of the week

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A scattered thunderstorm will be possible today.

4 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 9/15

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 9/16

10 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

UPDATE: Vehicle not involved in shooting; authorities say it is an ongoing investigation

UPDATE: The Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office investigation has determined that the small white SUV, possibly a Toyota RAV4 was not involved in this case.

14 hours ago in Local

Waynesboro Public Schools awarded $65,520 School Security Equipment Grant

Since 2022, the division has received $561,332 through the annual School Security Equipment Grant Program.