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So we mourn with the families of everyone affected by the horrific shooting in El Paso. And in Dayton. And in Gilroy. And in the big cities and small towns where the victims’ names never make the headlines. The American people have mourned enough. Statehouses have heard us—over the past year and a half, more than 20 states have strengthened their gun laws. The U.S. House has heard us—earlier this year, it bucked the gun lobby and passed strong gun safety legislation....

Every fall, viewers are treated to an array of Christmas movies and series, but did you know that some of these take place in the same universe? Yep, Netflix has created a world that we can only imagine smells entirely of cinnamon and chestnuts roasting on an open fire, and where happily-ever-after is an everyday, snow-covered reality. These are all the films that tie the universe together. What Movies Are in the Netflix Christmas Cinematic Universe?...

In wake of this, New York City hotels have begun opening their doors to health care professionals to cut out possible commute times as well as offer them a place to stay isolated from their families. The Four Seasons Hotel New York on 57th Street was the first hotel to be announced as part of the effort to house health care workers and late last week welcomed the first group from New York State Nurses Association....

Nodular melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that grows faster than other kinds of melanoma. Treatment is focused on curing cancer, preserving skin appearance, and preventing cancer from returning. Treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy. Learn more about the different kinds of treatment for nodular melanoma. Surgery In the majority of cases, treating nodular melanoma almost always requires surgery. Surgery is the primary treatment for all forms of melanoma at all stages....

If the two of you weren’t particularly close, he wouldn’t text you as often. Does he keep fishing for compliments? Does he look to you for emotional validation? If so, he may be using you just to feel better about himself. This is common among people who meet online or via dating apps. He may just want to text often to get a better sense of who you are and what your personality is like....

Wash once per week if you dye your beard, too. Your dye will last longer when you wash less. Cold water will close up your pores, and hot water might cause slight inflammation and dryness. With conditioner, less is more. Start with a pea-sized squirt in your hands. If your beard is long, use more if needed. Comb or brush your beard with a beard comb to make sure the oil is evenly distributed throughout your beard....

Adesanya is set to defend the title on July 2 at UFC 276. His opponent will be Jared Cannonier, someone who has jumped through multiple weight classes and has tremendous power. The Sporting News looks into the career of Adesanya and how he has become one of the top athletes in combat sports today. MORE: Israel Adesanya net worth: purse history, career earnings for MMA champion How old is Israel Adesanya?...

The Urban Meyer era came to an abrupt halt on Thursday, with Jaguars owner Shad Khan deciding to move on from the first-year head coach just 13 games into a reported five-year deal with the Jags. It comes in the wake of another controversy, this time involving former kicker Josh Lambo, who said Meyer kicked him during a warmup in preseason. URBAN MEYER: Timeline | Replacements | Contract The constant drama has seemingly become an issue for Jaguars quarterback and wunderkind Trevor Lawrence, who has become increasingly vocal in recent weeks....

For oral health businesses, there’s good news on the horizon: More than half of the U.S. adult population is at least half vaccinated for COVID-19. As a result, people are going back to many regular activities and are expected to soon resume normal health procedures like dental and orthodontic visits. While the opportunity to make up for lost revenue is ample, oral health marketers will still need to emphasize the importance of clean and straight teeth to get their patients back into their health routines....

For some couples, the process of addressing and resolving these issues leads to a stronger bond. For others, however, the stress can take a real toll on the relationship. In fact, research shows that raising a child with autism is associated with increased marital conflicts. Here are five conflicts that parents or guardians of a child with ASD might experience, and what can be done about it. You Don’t Have the Same Concerns About Your Child’s Development Maybe the child’s teacher or babysitter tells you that they see something “off” about your child....

The King of Pop died, aged 50, of acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication on June 25, 2009. His daughter was 11 years old at the time. Jackson sat down with Willow Smith for an episode of the Red Table Talk podcast where she was asked by one of the show’s viewers how she keeps the memories she has of her father alive. The 23-year-old model explained that she does this largely through utilizing the lessons she learned from the “Thriller” hitmaker....

The crowd outside Consol Energy Center, gathered to watch Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final on a mobile screen at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Washington Place had hit capacity. Both sidewalks and the street, stretching from Fifth up to Centre Avenue, were filled — and puck drop was a little less than four hours away. So, given that thousands more people were en route to downtown Pittsburgh planning to watch a potential Penguins Stanley Cup clincher on a big, outdoor screen, the situation needed to be addressed, and the solution was simple enough: Add a second screen....

This device is most commonly utilized in the hospital to stimulate blood flow and reduce the risk of blood clots when a person is less active while recovering from injury or surgery. It is also used in physical therapy (PT) to help support certain treatment protocols. While the modality is not right for everyone, IPC can be beneficial when treating certain types of conditions. Learn how IPC works and its potential applications in PT....

Two in particular—corticosteroids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs)—have been associated with abnormal levels of potassium, a mineral that’s vital to health, especially the normal function of the heart. So if you’re on either medication for treating arthritis, here’s what you should know about how it may affect your potassium levels, why it matters, and ways you may be able to manage this side effect of arthritis medication. The Role of Potassium in the Body Potassium is found in a variety of foods, including meat, some types of fish, certain fruits and vegetables, legumes (peas and beans that come in a shell, and peanuts), and dairy products, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center....

The royal brothers, ages eight and four respectively, captured hearts at the Platinum Jubilee in June, and George also stole the show at his first Wimbledon this month. Prince William and Kate Middleton’s oldest and youngest sons both appeared to go through a roller coaster of emotion at the two events. Some of Prince Louis’ best facial expressions came as he watched Queen Elizabeth II’s Trooping the Colour birthday parade, which kicked off the jubilee on June 2....

The prince got a rousing reception when he walked on set for an interview with Stephen Colbert, with the audience chanting his name and cheering. The pair discussed palace leaks and also the media response to Spare, which talked about the number of people he killed in Afghanistan. After a section of his book leaked, there was a backlash from senior ex-British military figures and even the Taliban themselves, though Harry accused the media of lies....

It appeared as if Lamar Jackson and Co. would run the Bills out of the stadium in the first half, rushing out to a 20-3 lead before entering halftime with a score of 20-10. But Buffalo outscored Baltimore 13-0 in the second half, capped with a last-second field goal to advance to 3-1 on the season. Two plays in particular stand out in what has to be a frustrating loss for John Harbaugh: a fourth-and-goal conversion attempt that resulted in an end zone interception, and an untimely tackle on Devin Singletary on the other side of the field....

No, not Donovan Mitchell. We’re talking about RJ Barrett. On Monday night, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the No. 3 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft is finalizing a four-year rookie contract extension with the Knicks that could be worth up to $120 million. Barrett, who turned 22 years old in June, will become the youngest $100 million player in franchise history when he officially signs the extension....

This common condition occurs when excess fluid produced by the lining of the knee joint pushes through the back part of the joint capsule (the fibrous tissue surrounding the joint), forms a cyst and protrudes into the back area of the knee, known as the popliteal fossa. A Baker’s cyst may also be referred to as a “popliteal cyst.” If you have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, you may be familiar with this painful condition....

Serosorting is the practice of choosing sexual partners based on their HIV status. In other words, people “sort” their potential partners according to whether they are HIV positive or HIV negative. Serosorting is increasing in popularity among MSM. Effectiveness of Serosorting Challenged According to a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, men who serosort are more likely to believe that because they serosort their engagement in unprotected anal sex is less risky for getting HIV....