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A new COVID-19 variant, BA.3.2, has been detected in 25 US states, the CDC reports, with immune escape traits that may evade vaccine protection. (Source: Fox News) 🔗 aol.com/articles/covid…

A Washington think tank proposed capping annual Social Security benefits at $100,000 for couples as a way to shrink a looming deficit in the retirement trust fund. The idea might sound reasonable enough, but it drew swift rebukes from retirement advocates, who see any cap or cut in Social Security benefits as a slippery slope. (Source: USA Today) 🔗 aol.com/articles/propo…

Italy traces stolen Bond girl fortune to Tuscan vineyards and villas (Source: Associated Press) aol.com/articles/italy…

Wine, beer or liquor: Study finds one drink is linked to lower risk of death than others (Source: Fox News) aol.com/articles/wine-…

Chrissy Teigen is showing off her new ‘do! The model and cookbook author, 40, shared an Instagram Stories post that showed her long locks had been chopped into a blunt bob, and her hair extensions had been removed. (Source: People) 🔗 aol.com/articles/chris…

Howie Mandel wasn’t amused by Kelly Ripa’s praise. What started as a routine morning TV appearance took a sharp and awkward turn when he pushed back on what he viewed as an age dig during 'Live with Kelly and Mark.' Here's how the awkward moment unfolded. (Source: Fox News) 🔗 aol.com/articles/howie…

65 Hilarious Tweets That Show Living In The UK Is A Unique Experience (Source: Bored Panda) aol.com/articles/65-hi…

United Airlines just announced the United Relax Row — a dedicated section of economy seats that transform into a flat, couch-like bed. 'Customers traveling in United Economy on long-haul flights deserve an option for more space and comfort, and this is one way we can deliver that for them,' a United spokesperson said. Find out when the seats will arrive and who they're best for at the link below. (Source: Parade) 🔗 aol.com/articles/unite…

Australian conservationist and zookeeper Robert Irwin is back in the spotlight, this time over his rumored new romance with a woman who reportedly has nearly a decade-long connection with the family. However, as whispers of Robert’s alleged romance spread online, comments like 'mummy won’t approve' flooded social media, reigniting discussions around his mother, Terri Irwin, and her perceived 'control' over his love life. (Source: Bored Panda) 🔗 aol.com/articles/rober…

58 New Comics By Andy Babbitz That Capture The Funniest Parts Of Being Human (Source: Bored Panda) aol.com/articles/58-co…

Cat owners know how difficult a trip to the vet is... and one feline took things a step further when it got trapped inside a mechanical chair trying to hide from its owner, who wanted to take it to the vet. Officers and firefighters tended to the distressed pet, and were able to free it, saying in a statement that, 'The feline is fine and arrived to the vet for its annual checkup. #8livesleft.' (Source: People) 🔗 aol.com/articles/cat-r…

Shock, disbelief at Houston airport as 36% of TSA officers call out: "Insane" (Source: CBS News) aol.com/articles/shock…

At Pentagon Christian service, Hegseth prays for violence 'against those who deserve no mercy' (Source: Associated Press) aol.com/articles/penta…

McDonald's has been changing its menu since 1940, and not every addition made it out alive. Over the decades, the chain has discontinued hundreds of items across nearly every category, from burgers and chicken to salads, pasta and even pizza. These 20 discontinued menu items include the forgotten and the truly mourned. (Source: Stacker) 🔗 aol.com/articles/20-di…

CNN is set to lay off staff this week as the network moves ahead with its attempt to modernize, with a bigger focus on digital and less reliance on its cable roots. An insider says this won't be the last move, either — a bigger 'bloodletting' is still to come. (Source: TV Insider) 🔗 aol.com/articles/cnn-s…

Vanessa Trump supported her boyfriend Tiger Woods in his big return to competition. Donald Trump Jr.'s ex-wife was by the golf legend's side at the TGL finals, which marked the professional athlete's first time playing after sitting out last year due to injuries. (Source: People) 🔗 aol.com/entertainment/…

Iran rejects US ceasefire plan, issues its own demands as strikes land across the Mideast (Source: Associated Press) aol.com/articles/irani…

The Army is letting older recruits enlist with this new change (Source: USA TODAY) aol.com/articles/army-…

Early hurricane season forecast sees 'very concerning trend' (Source: USA TODAY) aol.com/articles/early…

Former Real Housewives of New York star Bethenny Frankel enjoys being in the mix. Recently, she posed for Sports Illustrated 2026 in a swimsuit — the resulting photo was lovely, and of course, the comments were on fire. 🔗 aol.com/articles/bethe…