A new study found that at least 25% of former NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE. Researchers said the true prevalence is likely higher, while the NFL said it continues efforts to reduce concussions and head impacts.
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Pierre Michel Formosa, 68, died after his vehicle became stuck in mud and he tried to walk for help in 116-degree heat at Death Valley National Park. Officials urged visitors to stay on paved roads and prepare for extreme conditions.
A laptop caught fire on American Airlines Flight 2398 from Atlanta to Dallas, and one passenger was treated and released after landing. The pilot reported a cabin fire and possible burn injuries to several passengers, while the airline said the crew quickly contained the device.
Lindsay Clancy’s defense rested after a psychiatrist testified she was psychotic when she killed her three children. Prosecutors began rebuttal testimony from another psychiatrist who said Clancy retained criminal responsibility.
Three-time Olympian Jenny Simpson says she will not run again after a June cardiac arrest led to a diagnosis of arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy. The former 1,500-meter world champion is recovering at home and will continue working with Fleet Feet.
The FDA says 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief have been recalled nationwide because of a lack of assurance of sterility. The affected products are Lot 2552A and expire Sept. 30, 2027.
Neutrogena acknowledged it made Hayden Panettiere feel unsupported after fans resurfaced her claims that the company cut ties with her over comments about postpartum depression. Panettiere, 36, died Sunday in South Carolina, with officials still investigating her cause of death.
Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been moved from Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad under a Supreme Court order. His lawyers and party have raised concerns about his health, including his eyesight, while Khan says the cases against him are politically motivated.