New study directly links higher BMI to increased risk of vascular dementia; blood pressure may help explain why

New study directly links higher BMI to increased risk of vascular dementia; blood pressure may help explain why

Saturday, January 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- High blood pressure and body mass index, or BMI, may be directly linked to the increased risk of developing vascular dementia, according to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.This is the strongest evidence to date... Read More.

Flu activity nationwide declines but ER visits for school-aged kids increasing: CDC

Saturday, January 24 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Flu activity is starting to decline nationwide, according to newly released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The CDC estimated on Friday that there have been at least 19 million illnesses, 250,000 hospitalizations and 10,000 deaths from flu so... Read More.

Trump threatens 100% tariff on Canada if it makes a deal with China

Saturday, January 24 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump threatened a 100% tariff on Canada if the country goes through and solidifies a trade deal with China."If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% Tariff against all Canadian goods and... Read More.

Vance addresses criticism that Trump admin has not done enough to move anti-abortion rights agenda forward

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Vice President JD Vance took the stage for a second year in a row on Friday at the March For Life rally in Washington, D.C., where he touted the work done by the Trump administration to support the anti-abortion rights movement --... Read More.

DC Studios shares first look at Jason Momoa as Lobo in ‘Supergirl’

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

Our first look at Jason Momoa in character as the antihero Lobo has arrived.DC Studios co-head James Gunn posted a new video teaser showing off Momoa's take on Lobo, whom he portrays in the upcoming film Supergirl, to Instagram on... Read More.

Delroy Lindo opens up after receiving 1st Oscar nomination at 73

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

Acclaimed actor Delroy Lindo is opening up about receiving his first Oscar nomination at the age of 73."It feels terrific," Lindo said on Good Morning America Friday. "I'm still processing, if I'm really honest, but it's wonderful. And part of my response has to... Read More.

Trump rescinds Canada’s invite to join his Board of Peace amid feud with Carney

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump rescinded an invitation for Canada to join his newly-formed "Board of Peace" amid his escalating feud with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.The move, which Trump announced late Thursday in a social media post, came after Carney's headline-making speech at... Read More.

Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

Ready, set, binge! Here's a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend:FX, HuluThe Beauty: Ashton Kutcher stars in the new series from creator Ryan Murphy. Prime VideoRead More.

Kermit, Miss Piggy and Sabrina Carpenter star in ‘The Muppet Show’ official trailer

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

Muppet fans, rejoice.Disney+ has released the official trailer for The Muppet Show special event that's coming to the streaming service and ABC on Feb. 4.Along with the new trailer, the highly anticipated special has added Maya Rudolph as a guest... Read More.

Jury selection for Luigi Mangione’s federal trial to begin in September

Friday, January 23 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Jury selection for Luigi Mangione's federal trial will begin on Sept. 8, Judge Margaret Garnett said on Friday.If the judge excludes the death penalty as a possible sentence, the trial will begin on Oct. 13. If the judge allows the case... Read More.