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Science & Innovation
FDA Approves Gene Therapy for Children With Sickle Cell Disease as Young as 2
The FDA expanded access to gene therapy for sickle cell disease, allowing children as young as 2 to receive the breakthrough treatment.
Communities Doing Good
Retired Nurse Threatened With Jail Time Over Yard Gets Community Help
A retired nurse facing legal trouble over her yard received community help after neighbors and volunteers stepped in to support her.
Heartwarming
Bride Uses Late Father’s Old Camera at Wedding – And He Appears in Every Photo
Mia Chard packed her late father's vintage Rollei camera for her wedding day, hoping to keep a piece of him close. When the film came back, he showed up in nearly every shot. The 43-year-old...
Funny
Husband And Wife Go Viral After Letting Fate Choose Their Date Night Outfits At Discount Store
A couple tried a blind date night outfit challenge at Marshalls, buying and wearing whatever they landed on - with hilarious results.
Health
6-Year-Old Girl Regains Vision Through Gene Therapy
A 6-year-old girl with a rare inherited blindness regained vision through gene therapy, helping her see in low light again.
Pets
Rescue Dog Reunites With Long-Lost Sibling After Chance Dog Park Discovery
Aspen the rescue dog was reunited with her brother Tobey after a chance dog park discovery revealed their sweet shelter connection.
Health
Overdose Deaths in US Fall 26% in Biggest Drop in a Generation
US overdose deaths fall 26 percent in a single year, marking the biggest decline in a generation, according to a new public health report.
Environment
Scientists Net 1,121 New Ocean Species in a Single Year – Including a Deep-sea ‘Ghost Shark’
Scientists named 1,121 new marine species in a single year, including a deep-sea ghost shark and a worm that lives inside a glass sponge.