BRIDGETOWN — Barbados has reversed its decision to send troops to Haiti, citing escalating security concerns and a lack of global strategic planning. Minister of Foreign Affairs Kerrie Symmonds announced Saturday that Barbados would now…
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. intelligence has found no evidence linking a foreign power to the mysterious “Havana syndrome” injuries reported by some U.S. diplomats and other government personnel, though two agencies now say it’s possible a foreign…
With the new year comes Dry January and a new surgeon general’s advisory on alcohol and cancer risk. Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart, but better research methods have thrown cold…
A California man whose two cats died after drinking raw milk recalled for bird flu risk says he meant to keep his beloved pets healthy, but his efforts tragically backfired. “It’s horrible when you realize that you’re…
PROTESTANT CAY — The Virgin Islands Department of Health clarified its Cease-and-Desist Order issued to Hotel on the Cay on Friday saying that it does not include Rolling Smokes BBQ restaurant or the beach bar. “The…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push…
SAN JUAN — Northerly swells will produce hazardous marine and coastal conditions with dangerous breaking waves across the north, east, and west-facing beaches throughout this evening, the National Weather Service said. The coastal flood advisory has been…
CHRISTIANSTED – A woman is facing criminal charges related to the theft of a $1,300 refrigerator from the Home Depot, authorities said. Sheba Young, 48, was arrested and charged with grand larceny, embezzlement by employee…
NEW YORK (AP) — The 13-year-old boy came to the clinic with a rapidly ballooning neck. Doctors were puzzled. Testing ruled out their first suspicion. But further tests pinpointed what they — and the boy…
Taking a shower. Grocery shopping. Moving around the kitchen. Getting dressed. The underappreciated link between these mundane activities is good balance, which geriatricians say is key to maintaining an independent lifestyle as we age. Lacking…