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Groundbreaking robotic surgery, Alzheimer’s blood test: 7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2025

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- From robotic surgery performed 7,000 miles away to the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease, 2025 has been a year full of medical breakthroughs.Scientists discovered a brain implant to give some patients back their independence, prevented others from needing... Read More.

Artists cancel performances at Trump-Kennedy Center, citing ‘takeover’ by Trump administration

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Several artists have cancelled their upcoming performances at the newly renamed Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., publicly voicing their opposition to President Donald Trump's name being added to the signage of the building last week.Jazz musician Chuck Redd canceled his Christmas Eve... Read More.

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, has died

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy and granddaughter of John F. Kennedy, has died following a battle with acute myeloid leukemia."Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning," the JFK Library Foundation said in a statement on Tuesday. "She will always be... Read More.

3 hikers found dead during search and rescue effort on Mount Baldy in California, authorities say

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif.) -- A 19-year-old who fell while hiking on Southern California's Mount Baldy and two others were found dead during the search and rescue effort for the teen, authorities said.The recovery effort for the three deceased hikers is underway, the San... Read More.

Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in UK’s New Year’s Honours List 2026

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo are among the stars on King Charles III's New Year's Honours List 2026. The honors system recognizes figures from across British society for their public achievements, and commitment to serving and helping the U.K.Idris has... Read More.

Chris Hemsworth stars as Thor in new ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ teaser trailer

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

The God of Thunder stars in the new teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday.Marvel released the second teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday on Tuesday, and it stars Chris Hemsworth back as the Asgardian god Thor.The trailer finds Thor kneeling in the... Read More.

What’s driving the rollercoaster in gold and silver prices?

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Silver prices on Monday suffered their largest single-day drop in almost five years, before rebounding nearly 8% in midday trading on Tuesday. Some other precious metals, including gold, rode a similar rollercoaster.The turbulent stretch comes near the end of a banner... Read More.

‘Stranger Things’ series finale trailer finds Hawkins gang preparing for final battle

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

It's time to say goodbye to Stranger Things.Netflix released the trailer for last episode of the fifth and final season of its hit sci-fi series on Tuesday.It finds Jim Hopper (David Harbour) monologing to his adopted daughter, Eleven (Millie Bobby... Read More.

New England Patriots player Stefon Diggs faces strangulation charge

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(FOXBOROUGH, Mass.) New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing strangulation and assault charges, according to court records.The charges stem from an alleged incident on Dec. 2, records show, one day after the Patriots beat the New York Giants 33-15.This is a developing... Read More.

Flu activity rises sharply across the US with at least 7.5 million illnesses: CDC

Tuesday, December 30 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- Flu activity is rising sharply across the United States, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The CDC estimates there have been at least 7.5 million million illnesses, 81,000 hospitalizations and 3,100 deaths from flu... Read More.

Groundbreaking robotic surgery, Alzheimer’s blood test: 7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2025

Groundbreaking robotic surgery, Alzheimer’s blood test: 7 of the biggest medical breakthroughs in 2025

Artists cancel performances at Trump-Kennedy Center, citing ‘takeover’ by Trump administration

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, has died

3 hikers found dead during search and rescue effort on Mount Baldy in California, authorities say

Chris Hemsworth stars as Thor in new ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ teaser trailer

What’s driving the rollercoaster in gold and silver prices?

‘Stranger Things’ series finale trailer finds Hawkins gang preparing for final battle

New England Patriots player Stefon Diggs faces strangulation charge

Flu activity rises sharply across the US with at least 7.5 million illnesses: CDC

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