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1 week ago in Lifestyle
Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are
Your watch says you had three hours of deep sleep. Should you believe it? Millions of people rely on phone apps and wearable devices like rings, smartwatches and sensors to monitor how well they're sleeping, but these trackers don't necessarily measure sleep directly.
1 week ago in Sports
American rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes
American rock climber Alex Honnold ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper on Sunday without any ropes or protective equipment.
1 week ago in Entertainment
‘Mercy’ unseats ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ atop the box office on snow-blanketed weekend in theaters
With a winter storm blanketing a large swath of the country, Hollywood had its quietest weekend of the year at the box office. The Amazon MGM sci-fi thriller "Mercy" dethroned "Avatar: Fire and Ash" from the No. 1 spot with $11.2 million in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.
1 week ago in National
Northeast sees more snow from the tail end of a colossal winter storm, at least 13 deaths reported
The U.S. workweek opened with yet more snow dumping on the Northeast under the tail end of a colossal winter storm that brought ice and power outages, impassable roads, canceled flights and frigid cold to much of the southern and eastern United States. At least 13 weather-related deaths have been reported.
1 week ago in National, Trending
A federal judge is set to hear arguments on Minnesota’s immigration crackdown after fatal shootings
A federal judge will hear arguments Monday on whether she should at least temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota that has led to the fatal shootings of two people by government officers.
Dangerously Cold Temperatures Expected Across Central Virginia Monday Night
Meteorologists caution that such extreme cold significantly increases the risk of frostbite and hypothermia, particularly for individuals without adequate protection.
JMU Women’s Basketball lets 18-point lead slip away in loss at Arkansas State
James Madison led Arkansas State by as much as 18 (31-13) halfway through the second quarter, but the Red Wolves outscored the Dukes 65-44 over the final three periods for a 74-67 win in Sun Belt Conference women's basketball action on Sunday afternoon at First National Bank Arena.
Power outages reported throughout the Dominion service area
Crews and operations centers have been working throughout the day to restore power.
Avoid travel, if at all possible, today
The Virginia Department of Transportation has been plowing and treating major roadways throughout the 11-county Staunton District .
James Madison Men’s Basketball cruises past Texas State, 82-57
James Madison men's basketball shot 52.6 percent from the floor and made 14 threes in an 82-57 rout of Texas State on Saturday afternoon at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.
Dominion Energy Warns of Widespread, Multi‑Day Power Outages as Major Ice Storm Approaches
The utility says the combination of snow and more than a quarter‑inch of ice could cause extensive damage to trees, power lines, and poles
JMU Women’s Basketball game at Arkansas State postponed
Due to facility issues at First National Bank Arena caused by Winter Storm Fern, James Madison women's basketball's contest at Arkansas State, originally scheduled for Jan. 24 at 12 p.m. ET (11 a.m. CT), has been postponed.
State of Local Emergency declared by Harrisonburg
HARRISONBURG VA: (Rocktown Now) – City officials have declared a State of Local Emergency as significant winter weather approaches, enabling…
Bridgewater Women’s Basketball rolls past Virginia Wesleyan, 58-37
The Bridgewater College women's basketball team bounced back as the defense shined in a 58-37 victory over Virginia Wesleyan on Friday night.
EMU Men’s Basketball lets 12-point halftime lead slip away in loss to Virgina Wesleyan
EMU Men's Basketball lets 12-point halftime lead slip away in loss to Virgina Wesleyan
BC Men’s Basketball loses on the road at No. 22 Roanoke, 74-57
Bridgewater College men's basketball was bested against No. 22 Roanoke on the road by a final score of 74-57 Friday night.
Eastern Mennonite Women’s Basketball falls at Lynchburg, 68-55
Eastern Mennonite Women's Basketball falls at Lynchburg, 68-55
2 weeks ago in Sports
College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion
The College Football Playoff resolved a few of its thorny issues Friday — including how to deal with Notre Dame — but left the toughest one unresolved, staying at 12 teams for next year and failing to expand the postseason to 16 or more.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Review confirms journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s 2005 death was a suicide
A review of the 2005 shooting death of journalist Hunter S. Thompson has confirmed authorities' original finding that his death was a suicide, Colorado investigators said Friday.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about FDA’s review of new Zyn advertising proposal
Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn, the flavored nicotine pouches that have generated billions in sales while going viral on social media.
