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17+ hour ago (308+ words) Sunday features early fog along the Gulf coast and in the interior." The day will be mostly sunny and warm around South Florida, followed by some evening showers." Sunday's highs will be mainly in the mid-80s on the East Coast and in the low-80s along the Gulf Coast and the Keys. Monday will bring plenty of clouds and periods of showers to the mainland." The Keys see more clouds than sun, periods of showers, and maybe a storm." Monday's highs will be mainly in the low-80s on the East Coast, in the upper-70s along the Gulf Coast, and near 80 degrees in the Keys. Tuesday will feature a cool morning, with lows in the low- to mid-60s on the mainland." The East Coast will see a mix of sun and clouds, with some afternoon showers." The Gulf Coast will be mostly sunny, while…...

17+ hour, 9+ min ago (873+ words) Over the last few years, research has been published showing a potential link between the'shingles vaccine'and a lower risk for'dementia. For instance, a'study published in February 2024'reported that after analyzing past research, the herpes zoster " the medical term for'shingles" vaccine was correlated with a reduced dementia risk. Additionally,'research published in April 2025'found that people receiving the shingles vaccine had a'20% lower risk'of developing dementia over the next seven years. Now, a follow-up study to the April 2025 research has been published in the journal'Cell, with evidence suggesting that receiving the shingles vaccine may also benefit those already living with a dementia diagnosis by helping to slow down disease progression. On September 1, 2013, Wales launched a'shingles vaccine program'where residents who were 79 on that date could receive the vaccine, and those who were 80 or older by that date were not eligible. This, researchers…...

17+ hour, 10+ min ago (439+ words) The "Triple Burden" Facing Vulnerable Americans The study identifies a convergence of risks that the authors term a "triple burden." This phenomenon affects communities where three distinct vulnerabilities overlap: limited access to retail pharmacies, a heavy reliance on mail-order prescriptions, and direct exposure to the postal network's new restructuring efforts. According to the analysis, approximately 6 percent of U.S. residents'including roughly 3.7 million Medicare beneficiaries'live in these high-risk areas. For these individuals, the postal service is not merely a convenience but a critical component of their health care infrastructure. "The resulting "triple burden' analysis illustrates how the postal system functions as a critical'if often overlooked'component of the nation's health infrastructure, and how operational changes designed for efficiency may carry unintended health consequences," the Brookings.edu report states. The Mechanics of the Slowdown Distance Drives Reliance on Mail-Order The researchers utilized comprehensive prescription transaction…...

17+ hour, 19+ min ago (242+ words) This is where Alpha Timeshare Consultants comes in as a solution. Based in South Orlando, the firm specializes in contract negotiation and documentation strategies to secure full releases from major brands such as Wyndham, Hilton, and Westgate, helping clients who might otherwise remain locked in for decades. CEO Brandon Ubiera leads the company with a business philosophy built upon integrity and steady growth. He believes that trust, not aggressive marketing, is the foundation of a durable service organization. Alpha Timeshare Consultants partnered with Commissioner Uribe again in November for the fourth annual Thanksgiving dinner distribution at Taft. Families from nearby mobile-home parks and apartment complexes attended for hot turkey dinners complete with traditional side dishes. Volunteers carved turkeys, handed out pies, and welcomed families with warm smiles that matched the food." The event wrapped up a year of teamwork focused…...

17+ hour, 45+ min ago (1238+ words) An exhibition at Provident Fine Art in Palm Beach is drawing attention for its bold use of color, its abstract forms and brisk use of paint " and the international cache of the artist. The gallery at 226A Worth Ave. is now the home of the wide-ranging paintings of Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone, with 35 pieces of his artwork on display. The exhibit is open to the public during regular business hours through Dec. 31. It may be the largest single exhibition of Stallone's work in the United States, said Shawn David, who represents Stallone's art through the gallery. It is a bit of a homecoming for the 79-year-old Stallone, who moved full-time to Palm Beach after purchasing his home on the North End in 2020. "The welcome by Palm Beach has been extraordinary," Stallone told the Palm Beach Daily News. "I didn't think I…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (143+ words) NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) " The search continues into its second day for a 79-year-old North Palm Beach woman who went missing after diving near a Key West shipwreck. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) says the woman, Ellen Ruth Domb, was reported missing around 11 a.m. Friday, when she got separated from her diving partner while diving on the Vandenberg Wreck. See also: Florida teen accused of threatening to shoot up high school in bathroom graffiti According to Travel Key West, the Vandenberg is a former military ship and was sunk as an artificial reef in 2009 to relieve pressure on coral reefs. Deputies describe Domb as a 5'6", white, female. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the U.S. Coast Guard via marine VHF Channel 16 or at 305-292-8727....

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (137+ words) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. " People gathered at CityPlace in West Palm Beach as early as 6:45 a.m. Saturday morning to be first in line at the highly anticipated Eataly's ribbon-cutting ceremony. Eataly was offering gift bags to the first 100 people in line Saturday morning, which prompted the large turnout. WPTV Reporter Christy Waite spoke to those waiting to see the highly anticipated marketplace. "I am looking forward to eating more of the food," Deanna Zamperini said. "My husband is Italian, we've been to Italy, so this gives us that experience all over again." WPTV Reporter Zitlali Solache attended the Italian marketplace's grand opening Friday night, where hundreds of people enjoyed live music and fresh Italian dishes. This is the 19th Eataly store in North America, and the 15th location in the United States....

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (208+ words) PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) " Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County, in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, is set to roll out a unique deck of Unsolved Playing Cards aimed at generating new leads in unresolved homicide, missing person, and unidentified remains cases. A total of 5,000 decks will be produced, which will be distributed within the Palm Beach County Jail system and throughout the community, per Crime Stoppers. Each deck features 52 cases that remain unsolved, drawing attention to critical investigations and encouraging the public to provide any information that could assist in solving these mysteries. According to Crime Stoppers, the initiative will debut on Tuesday, December 9, at 11 a.m. at the West Palm Beach City Hall, Flagler Gallery. See also: West Palm Beach residents push back against USTA takeover of public tennis centers The event will feature representatives from Crime Stoppers, the…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (247+ words) Saturday features a nice mix of sun and clouds on the mainland." The Keys will see lots of sun and maybe a cloud at times." Saturday's highs will be mainly in the mid-80s on the mainland and in the low-80s in the Keys. Sunday will bring morning lows mainly in the upper 60s on the mainland, followed by some sun and more clouds on the mainland and sunny skies in the Keys. Sunday's highs will be mainly in the mid-80s in the East Coast metro area and in the low-80s along the Gulf Coast and in the Keys. Monday will feature plenty of clouds and showers across South Florida as a front approaches. Look for a gusty breeze along the Gulf coast." Monday's highs will be near 80 degrees on the mainland and in the upper-70s in the Keys. Tuesday morning lows will be…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (745+ words) On December 6th, National Microwave Oven Day honors one appliance that changed the way we use the kitchen. 1945 " Quite by accident, self-taught American engineer Percy Spencer discovered a way to heat food safely with microwaves. While working with an active radar in 1945, he noticed a candy bar in his pocket was melting. 1945 " Raytheon filed a United States patent application for Spencer's microwave cooking process on October 8, 1945. 1947 " Raytheon built the first commercially available microwave oven. It was called the "Radarange." 1947 " The first public use of a microwave oven was in January 1947. The Speedy Weeny vending machine was placed in Grand Central Terminal, and it sold freshly prepared hot dogs. 1950 " On January 24, 1950, Raytheon Manufacturing Co. received patent no. US2495429A for "Method of treating foodstuffs." The patent names Percy L. Spencer as the inventor. 1955 " The first domestic microwave oven is introduced 1955 " Raytheon outsourced its patents to…...