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13 hours 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.

2 days 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.

6 days 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.

7 days 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.

1 week ago in National

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.

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Lifestyle

13 hours 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.

20 hours 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.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Nod if you’ve heard this: Bobblehead dolls are an American favorite

Any head can bobble - entertainers, athletes, politicians, animals, fictional characters, even your own if you get one personalized. Kitschy, kind of funny, kind of clever, ubiquitous as giveaways at places like baseball games, who doesn't love a bobblehead? America most definitely does.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season

After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold

Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.

Sports News

7 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Men’s Soccer rolls to 7-0 win over Southern Virginia

The Bridgewater College men's soccer team continued its streak with a commanding 7-0 win over Southern Virginia on Wednesday afternoon.

7 hours ago in Sports

EMU Women’s Soccer falls at home to No. 12 Mary Washington

EMU Women's Soccer falls at home to No. 12 Mary Washington

7 hours ago in Sports

BC Women’s Soccer suffers 2-1 loss at Catholic

The Bridgewater College women's soccer team suffered a 2-1 defeat to Catholic on the road Wednesday evening.

7 hours ago in Sports

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey drops home opener to Juniata

Eastern Mennonite Field Hockey drops home opener to Juniata

7 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater Field Hockey hangs on to defeat Catholic, 1-0

The Bridgewater College field hockey team survived a thriller on Wednesday night as they took down Catholic 1-0.

17 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Rocktown High School Head Football Coach Curtis Cherebin previews Week 3

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Rocktown High School Head Football Coach Curtis Cherebin previews Week 3.

21 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Broadway High School Head Football Coach Jesse Lohr previews Week 3

Broadway High School Head Football Coach Jesse Lohr previews Week 3.

21 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Harrisonburg High School Head Football Coach Brandon Mays previews Week 3

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Harrisonburg High School Head Football Coach Brandon Mays previews Week 3.

1 day ago in High School Sports, Sports

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard – Tuesday, 9/8

Area High School Volleyball Scoreboard - Tuesday, 9/8

Local News from Rocktown Now

2 hours ago in Local, Weather

Showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Heavy localized rain is possible

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The best chance for storms will be from midafternoon into the evening.

17 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Bridgewater Town Council votes to remove Flock cameras

In the unanimous decision, the council determined to immediately terminate the existing contract with Flock.

17 hours ago in Local

Two-year long construction project begins on Port Republic Road near JMU

Road work will take place over the next two years near Bradley and Bluestone Drives.

17 hours ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Rocktown High School Head Football Coach Curtis Cherebin previews Week 3

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Rocktown High School Head Football Coach Curtis Cherebin previews Week 3.