The number of people aged 100 or older in the U.S. increased by 50% from 2010 to 2020, according to the Census Bureau. As of the 2020 Census, there are about 80,100 centenarians in the U.S., with more women than men in this age group. Hawai'i has the highest proportion of centenarians compared to its population.
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The U.S. had about 80,100 centenarians in 2020, up from 53,400 in 2010.
The number of centenarians grew by 50% from 2010 to 2020.
There are 2.4 centenarians for every 10,000 people in the U.S.
Hawai'i leads with 4.4 centenarians per 10,000 residents, followed by Rhode Island and South Dakota.
Utah, Alaska, and Nevada have the lowest rates of centenarians.
Women make up 78.8% of centenarians, following trends in life expectancy.
The racial diversity among centenarians has increased slightly since 2010.
The data may not fully account for the impact of COVID-19 and has challenges like misreporting.
The Pentagon has increased control over press access and communication, limiting how and where officials speak to the public. New rules require reporters to get approval for information before publishing, which could affect public understanding of national security.
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The Pentagon is making it harder for the press to access military information.
Rules now require reporters to officially approve information before releasing it.
Fewer public press briefings are happening compared to past administrations.
The Pentagon is choosing to interact more with conservative media outlets.
Military officials have been pulled from events with little notice.
Critics say these restrictions could harm public understanding and the Pentagon's global messaging.
The changes were formalized in a memo from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Officials claim the restrictions ensure alignment with the current administration's values.
North Carolina passed a new bill named "Iryna's Law" after the fatal stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee. The law aims to change the conditions for bail and sentencing for violent crimes. The bill, which includes measures like ending cashless bail and possibly reviving the death penalty, awaits the governor's decision.
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Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, was fatally stabbed on a train in Charlotte, North Carolina.
DeCarlos Brown, charged with her murder, is held without bond and has a history of mental illness and criminal convictions.
House Bill 307, "Iryna's Law," passed both the Senate and the House in North Carolina.
The bill seeks to end cashless bail and requires mental health evaluations for defendants.
The bill proposes adding harsher penalties for crimes committed on public transport and discussing the possibility of reviving the death penalty.
The legislation has become a focal point of debate, with views differing on its necessity and impact.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein will decide whether to approve or reject the bill.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a high-risk recall for various cheese products made by the Middlefield Original Cheese Co-Op in Ohio due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects cheese sold in Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Texas and has not resulted in any reported illnesses as of early September.
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The FDA classified the cheese recall as Class I, indicating a significant health risk.
Middlefield Original Cheese Co-Op issued the recall on August 27.
Affected products include several types of cheese with specific sell-by dates.
The products were distributed between July 7 and August 14 in four states: Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Texas.
The contamination was found during company testing, revealing listeria on both the cheese and cutting equipment.
Listeria can cause severe health issues, especially in vulnerable groups like the elderly, young children, and pregnant women.
Symptoms of listeria infection can include fever, headache, nausea, and in severe cases, meningitis.
No illnesses related to these products have been reported as of September 8.
A mother from northern England, Scarlett Hamilton, is preparing for brain surgery and has shared the experience of telling her 3-year-old son about it on TikTok. Her story, shared as a video on social media, attracted significant attention and support from viewers online.
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Scarlett Hamilton was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2024.
The tumor is affecting her optic nerve and could impact her vision.
Doctors plan to remove part of the tumor during surgery.
Scarlett's son, Zion, asked heartwarming questions in a viral TikTok video about her surgery.
While in the hospital, Zion will stay with his grandparents.
The TikTok video has been viewed over 190,000 times.
Scarlett received supportive comments from people on social media.
Scarlett hopes her story will help others in similar situations.
Federal and local police reacted to a shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas, where multiple people were injured, including three critically. A suspect was reportedly on the roof during the incident.
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An active shooter situation occurred at an ICE facility in Dallas.
Federal agents and local police responded to the scene.
At least three people were injured critically.
CPR was given to one of the victims.
A suspect was reportedly seen on the building's roof.
Emergency teams were quickly dispatched to assist.
Ismael Ayala-Uribe, a former DACA recipient, died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a medical center in California. His death raises concerns about detainee healthcare and oversight in ICE facilities.
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Ismael Ayala-Uribe was a former DACA recipient arrested by ICE on August 17 in San Bernardino County.
He was transferred to the Adelanto ICE Processing Center on August 22.
Ayala-Uribe was evaluated for medical issues on September 18 and later diagnosed with an abscess requiring surgery.
He was sent to a hospital on September 21 and died on September 23.
ICE stated the cause of his death is under investigation; his mother claims it was cardiac arrest.
Ayala-Uribe's family reported he became ill during his detention and did not receive adequate medical care.
ICE records indicate his was the 14th death in custody since January under the current administration.
DACA provides temporary protection from deportation for certain young adults but is not currently accepting new applicants due to federal court rulings.
The FBI searched former national security adviser John Bolton's office and found documents marked as classified. These documents included information about weapons of mass destruction and U.S. diplomatic activities. The search raises questions about how senior officials handle classified information.
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FBI agents searched John Bolton's office in Washington, D.C., in August 2025, with a court-approved warrant.
They found documents labeled "confidential" and "secret," involving topics like weapons of mass destruction.
The same day, agents searched Bolton's home in Bethesda, Maryland, but found no overtly classified documents.
The search warrant was approved by U.S. Magistrate Judge Moxila Upadhyaya.
The FBI conducted these searches as part of investigating potential violations of laws related to handling national defense information.
Bolton previously faced controversy over his 2020 memoir, with concerns about the inclusion of classified information.
The Justice Department had sued to block the publication of Bolton's memoir, citing risks to national security.
The investigation highlights ongoing concerns about the protection of national security information.
A man named Miles from Spokane, Washington, discovered a small bump on his ankle, initially thinking it was from a mosquito bite or ingrown hair. After visiting urgent care, medical staff found a small rock or seed under his skin, likely from a biking incident.
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Miles, a 30-year-old man from Spokane, Washington, noticed a bump on his ankle.
His wife suggested investigating further after the bump turned gray.
Medical professionals found a small rock or seed beneath his skin.
The object was likely from a biking accident where Miles scraped his leg.
The urgent care team removed the object after numbing the area.
Nurses found it unusual to see an object under healed skin in this manner.
The incident was shared on social media, gaining significant attention.
A study by WalletHub ranked major U.S. cities based on factors like economic opportunities, healthcare access, and safety for women. Columbia in Maryland was named the best city, while Jackson in Mississippi ranked as the worst. The study looked at 182 cities using 15 different measurements to create these rankings.
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The study ranked 182 U.S. cities, including the 150 most populated cities.
Columbia, Maryland, was rated the best city for women, with strong earnings and healthcare.
Columbia has the highest adjusted median annual wage for women at $61,778.
Seattle, Washington, ranked second, with low poverty rates and high access to healthcare.
Overland Park, Kansas, came third, with high life expectancy and low unemployment for women.
Jackson, Mississippi, ranked as the worst city for women.
The rankings were based on metrics such as economic well-being, health, and safety.
Cities with high earnings for women include Columbia, Overland Park, and Atlanta.
Joe Rogan spoke out against free speech limits after Jimmy Kimmel was briefly suspended from his TV show due to comments about the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. Kimmel's suspension sparked debates about cancel culture and freedom of speech. Kimmel has since returned to his show.
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Joe Rogan discussed Jimmy Kimmel's suspension on his podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience.
Kimmel was suspended for comments about the MAGA movement's reaction to Charlie Kirk's death.
Kimmel returned to his TV show a week after the suspension.
The incident led to debates on cancel culture and free speech.
Rogan expressed that government should not control what comedians say.
Some right-wing figures celebrated Kimmel's suspension, while others criticized it.
Kimmel's show remains blocked by owners Sinclair and Nexstar in some areas.
A recent poll showed that Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe they will participate in the biblical Rapture. The survey found significant differences between various groups, based on political affiliation, gender, age, and region. These differences reflect broader religious trends in the U.S.
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A YouGov poll surveyed 4,041 U.S. adults about their beliefs in the Rapture.
63% of Republicans believe they will ascend in the Rapture, compared to 40% of Democrats and 36% of independents.
Overall, 46% of Americans believe they will go to Heaven in a Rapture, while 18% think they will be left behind.
More women (50%) than men (42%) believe they would ascend.
The belief is stronger in the South (51%) than in the Northeast (38%).
Older adults are more likely to believe in ascending, with 53% of those 65 and older expressing this belief.
The belief in the Rapture aligns with broader religious trends: Republicans, frequent worshippers, and Southerners tend to be more religious.
A preacher claimed a vision of the Rapture occurring in 2025, spreading widely online and causing varied reactions, including some people making life changes in preparation.
A winter weather advisory is in effect for parts of Alaska, predicting up to eight inches of snow and gusty winds up to 50 mph. Freeze warnings and frost advisories are also in place for areas of Wyoming and Colorado, with dropping temperatures expected. The National Weather Service warns that these conditions could make travel hazardous and potentially harm plants.
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Alaska is under a winter weather advisory until 9 a.m. AKDT.
Up to eight inches of snow is expected, with winds reaching 50 mph.
Freeze warnings are issued in Wyoming, particularly affecting areas like Carbon County and the upper North Platte River Basin.
Wyoming temperatures could drop to 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Colorado has a frost advisory for the San Luis Valley with possible temperatures between 32 and 35 degrees, and even 30 degrees in some areas.
The NWS cautions that frost and freeze conditions might damage crops and outdoor plumbing.
The advisory and warnings are in place until Wednesday morning, with updates on the NWS website.
Fairbanks, Alaska, has already seen its first significant snow of the season.
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night TV show after a brief suspension, addressing threats to free speech and controversy over his comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk. He criticized the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and President Trump, while some local TV stations opted not to air his show. Kimmel's return received mixed reactions, including praise from some celebrities and criticism from Trump.
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Jimmy Kimmel resumed his late-night TV show after being suspended due to comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk.
Kimmel criticized threats to free speech and addressed the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) involvement.
Local TV stations affiliated with Nexstar and Sinclair chose not to air his show, replacing it with alternative programming.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr supported the decision of these local stations.
Kimmel compared Carr to a mob boss and criticized President Trump for urging the firing of late-night hosts.
Trump expressed his disbelief on social media about Kimmel's return, claiming his audience was gone.
Celebrity supporters, including Ben Stiller, praised Kimmel's return.
Jimmy Kimmel hosted guests Glen Powell and Sarah McLachlan on his comeback show.
President Trump canceled a meeting with Democratic leaders about government funding, which increases the chance of a government shutdown on October 1. At the United Nations, Trump changed his view and now believes Ukraine can regain all land lost to Russia, with support from Europe and NATO. In other news, Jimmy Kimmel returned to TV after his show was paused, and thanked supporters during his monologue.
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Trump canceled a meeting to discuss government funding with Democratic leaders.
This cancellation raises the odds of a U.S. government shutdown by October 1.
Democrats want to include health care provisions in the funding bill, but Trump disagrees.
Trump now supports Ukraine reclaiming lost territory with help from the EU and NATO, which is a change from his previous stance.
Trump met with Ukraine's President Zelenskyy and other leaders at the UN.
Russia has increased attacks on Ukraine, while some Russian aircraft entered Polish and Estonian airspace, raising concerns in Europe.
TV host Jimmy Kimmel returned to his show after a suspension and received applause from the audience.
In a Reddit post, a user shared a story about an invitation that arrived nearly two years late. The invitation was for a surprise birthday party in 2023, which the recipient received in 2025. Many Reddit users shared similar experiences with delayed mail delivery.
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A Reddit user received a letter nearly two years late.
The letter was supposed to be an invitation to a surprise birthday party.
The invitation was sent in November 2023 and arrived this week.
The delayed letter led to jokes about the postal service in the comments.
The Reddit post gained over 12,000 upvotes and more than 180 comments.
Other users shared similar mail delay stories, ranging from months to years.
A postal worker suggested the letter could have been stuck in machinery.
Adelita Grijalva won a special election in Arizona, reducing the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. This could help Democrats push for a vote to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. The reduction in the majority makes it easier for Democrats to advance discussions and actions on this issue.
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Adelita Grijalva won a seat in Arizona's 7th Congressional District.
Her victory narrows the Republican majority in the House to 219-214.
Democrats need 218 signatures to force a vote on releasing Epstein-related files.
The petition currently has 217 signatures, including support from all House Democrats and four Republicans.
The petition calls for the Justice Department to release Epstein files within 30 days.
Grijalva's win provides Democrats the potential 218th vote needed for the petition.
Adelita Grijalva succeeds her father, Raul Grijalva, who held the seat for over 20 years.
The article discusses how access to contraception is a crucial public health issue in the U.S. and globally. It examines how recent policies have reduced access to contraception, despite evidence showing its benefits in reducing unwanted pregnancies and abortions. The Trump administration's actions include destroying birth control aid meant for low-income countries and cutting funding for birth control programs in the U.S.
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Contraception is considered essential to human rights and critical for public health.
The Trump administration destroyed about $10 million worth of birth control intended for low-income countries.
The administration's policies link contraception with abortion, affecting access and funding.
Conservative beliefs see some contraceptives as abortive, though medically, pregnancy begins after implantation.
Studies show better access to contraception reduces abortions.
For every dollar spent on contraceptives, the government saves around $6.
The Trump administration cut funding for programs providing free contraception to low-income women.
Changes in healthcare laws could result in 16 million more uninsured people, affecting access to reproductive health services.
Social Security benefits alone are only enough for retirees to cover living costs in 10 U.S. states, according to a study by Realtor.com. Rising housing expenses like property taxes and insurance significantly impact this financial balance. The difference in costs means that retirees in states with higher housing expenses face annual shortfalls.
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Social Security is a main source of income for many American retirees.
A study found retirees can only live on Social Security benefits alone in 10 states.
Housing costs, including taxes and maintenance, have risen by 26% in five years.
Average retirees fall short by about $2,762 annually in places where expenses exceed benefits.
In Delaware, retirees have a surplus of $1,764 with monthly costs at $1,992.
Vermont shows the largest deficit for retirees, with an annual shortfall of $8,088.
Housing accounts for 27% of a retiree's budget in surplus states but 32% in deficit states.
Nearly 22 million retirees nationwide rely solely on Social Security for income.
A new statue called “Best Friends Forever” has appeared in Washington, DC, showing Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The statue highlights discussions about their past association. It is part of a series of critical art pieces about Trump in DC.
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A bronze statue named “Best Friends Forever” shows Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands.
The statue appeared on the National Mall in Washington, DC.
It has a plaque that humorously refers to Trump and Epstein as close friends.
This statue is part of several artworks criticizing Trump.
No one has claimed responsibility for the statue.
The White House responded, dismissing the statue as a waste of money.
Trump's past connections with Epstein, a convicted sex offender, continue to be a topic of debate.
Trump has launched lawsuits against media outlets for their coverage of his ties to Epstein.
