A small study found that older women who ate all their meals within nine hours and avoided food for four hours before bedtime showed slight improvement in mental skills compared to those who ate over a longer period. While the results are early, researchers say eating within a shorter time and not eating late at night may help protect brain function as people age.
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The study involved 47 women aged 50 to 79 with overweight or obesity.
Participants cut 500 calories daily for six months; 26 ate within a 9-hour window (around 10am to 6pm).
Both groups lost a similar amount of weight (about 7 kg or 15 lbs).
Women who restricted eating to 9 hours did better on tests of spatial planning and problem solving.
They also showed signs of fewer errors in memory and learning tasks.
Both groups performed similarly on multitasking and reaction time tests.
The study was presented at the American Society for Nutrition meeting in Maryland.
Researchers suggest timing of meals may affect brain health due to body clock, metabolism, and inflammation.
Many people eat over 14 hours a day, but fasting longer overnight may improve health measures like weight and blood pressure.
Experts say these early findings need confirmation from larger, peer-reviewed studies before firm conclusions.
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Brandon Newsom, a senior Pentagon official, is no longer working for the Department of the Navy after hidden-camera footage showed him criticizing President Donald Trump. The Navy did not say if he was fired or left on his own.
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Brandon Newsom was placed on administrative leave after undercover footage surfaced.
The footage showed Newsom criticizing President Donald Trump and discussing undoing his policies.
Newsom called Trump "a textbook narcissist" and criticized the conflict with Iran.
The video was released by conservative activist James O'Keefe.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao confirmed Newsom is no longer employed by the Navy.
The Navy said Newsom’s conduct was inappropriate and against its standards.
It was not disclosed whether Newsom was fired or resigned.
Newsom’s remarks included issues with Pentagon religious services and federal employee changes.
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia, where Prince Harry surprised her with a video call during the show. The couple visited Australia privately in April and combined charitable visits with paid events.
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Meghan was a guest judge on MasterChef Australia and filmed the episode in Melbourne in April.
Prince Harry called Meghan live on the show, and she greeted him warmly.
Contestants were asked to cook a dish "fit for a duchess," but Meghan asked to be called simply by her first name.
Meghan shared that her husband likes traditional dishes like meat and potatoes, while she prefers grilled fish.
Their children, Archie and Lilibet, help with cooking and are good eaters.
Meghan’s appearance on the show received mixed reviews from critics and online viewers.
Meghan has her own cooking and lifestyle show called With Love, Meghan, which is nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award.
The couple, no longer working royals, recently visited the UK privately, meeting King Charles and Queen Camilla.
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Parents of students who died by suicide after an exam paper leak in India said that changing the education minister will not bring their children back. Pralhad Joshi became the new education minister after protests led to the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
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A leak of exam papers in India led to several student suicides.
Parents of these students expressed that no political change can undo their loss.
Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as education minister due to scandals related to exams.
Protests by the Cockroach Janta Party pushed for this leadership change.
Pralhad Joshi was appointed as the new education minister following Pradhan’s resignation.
The situation has caused public outcry over the handling of the exam process.
The focus is on the emotional impact on families and accountability in education.
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Since May, there have been over 11,000 reported cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a parasite, across 41 states. Experts link this outbreak to cuts and changes made by the Trump administration to food safety programs and rules.
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More than 11,000 cyclosporiasis cases have occurred since May in 41 U.S. states.
The Trump administration reduced staff at the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
A national advisory committee focused on preventing germs in food was disbanded.
An early-warning program that tracked certain harmful germs was cut back.
A rule to trace food contaminants from farms to stores was delayed.
Experts say these changes have weakened food safety and call for national attention to improve it.
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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) plans to remove a 50-year-old safety rule called ALARA, which aimed to keep radiation exposure as low as reasonably possible. While the maximum radiation limits will stay the same, the NRC wants to replace ALARA with a new system that adjusts safety steps based on radiation risk.
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ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) is a safety principle used for 50 years to minimize radiation exposure.
NRC proposes to remove ALARA but keep maximum radiation dose limits unchanged.
The new approach is called a "graded approach" with safety measures depending on potential radiation exposure.
This change aligns with President Donald Trump’s goal to expand nuclear energy production in the U.S.
The Energy Department has already stopped using the ALARA standard.
NRC officials say the changes will clarify safety rules, not weaken them.
Current nuclear plants likely won’t see big changes, but new smaller reactors may be built faster.
Radiation limits remain below levels known to cause health issues like cancer.
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Russian missile attacks hit Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine on Sunday, causing fires and injuring several people. In response, Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian-held areas, killing civilians and slowing Russian military advances.
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Russian missiles struck Kyiv early Sunday, causing fires and injuring at least three civilians.
Russian attacks also hit other Ukrainian cities, killing at least two people.
Ukrainian drone attacks targeted Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine, killing four civilians in Horlivka.
Russia said it shot down 133 Ukrainian drones over its territory and nearby waters overnight.
Kyiv’s mayor reported debris from missile strikes set fire to buildings and cars.
Drone strikes in Kharkiv killed one person and wounded six others, including children.
A Russian glide bomb in Zaporizhzhia killed one man and wounded six more.
Ukrainian drone attacks have slowed the Russian army’s advances inside Russia, causing fuel shortages there.
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The CBS News Almanac segment for July 26 reviews important historical events that happened on this date in the past. It provides viewers with a look back at notable moments in history.
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The segment is part of the "Sunday Morning" show on CBS News.
It focuses on events that occurred on July 26 in previous years.
The program aims to inform viewers about historical milestones.
The Almanac can be accessed through the CBS News app or website.
It serves as a regular feature to highlight past news and anniversaries.
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Thousands of students from the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protested in New Delhi demanding education reforms, resulting in Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. The government agreed to pay compensation to families of students affected by exam issues and promised no criminal cases against protesters in BJP-ruled states, but some arrests and police actions have continued.
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The CJP held large protests near the Indian Parliament demanding education reforms.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned after the protests.
Protesters demanded compensation for families of students who died by suicide due to exam paper leaks and cancellations.
The government agreed to provide maximum possible compensation under rules, about $105,000 per family for about 20 families.
The CJP also demanded no criminal charges against protesters and an apology from police forces for the crackdown.
The government said it would stop pursuing criminal cases in BJP-ruled states and withdraw existing ones.
Despite this, arrests and police action against protesters continued in some BJP-ruled states such as West Bengal, Assam, and Bihar.
Police have not apologized publicly for the July 20 crackdown; CJP leaders have threatened legal action against officers involved.
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Rural areas in the United States are aging faster than cities, with many seniors wanting to stay in their small towns despite challenges like loneliness and limited resources. Programs like Aging in Community, supported by President Trump's Rural Health Transformation Program, help connect neighbors to support elderly residents and improve their quality of life.
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Rural America has many seniors, with some counties having over 20% of residents aged 65 or older.
Loneliness and social isolation are common health risks for older people in rural areas.
Some seniors prefer to stay in their small towns rather than move to cities.
President Trump’s "Big Beautiful Bill" includes a $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare access for rural seniors.
Jane Strommen from North Dakota State University leads the Aging in Community program, which organizes neighbors to help elderly people.
Retired nurse Kyla Sanders visits isolated seniors, helps with small tasks, and organizes social activities.
These local efforts aim to provide support that federal healthcare programs may not fully offer, improving seniors' sense of belonging and well-being.
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Many rural counties in the United States have a growing number of older adults, with at least 20% of residents over 65 in these areas. A program in North Dakota called Aging in Community helps older people in these rural places stay connected with their neighbors to reduce loneliness and improve health.
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Since 2010, the number of counties with at least 20% of residents aged 65 or older has nearly tripled.
This increase mainly affects rural areas in the heartland of the U.S.
Older adults in these areas face higher risks of loneliness and social isolation.
A program named Aging in Community operates in North Dakota to help rural seniors.
The program works by encouraging neighbors to build social connections.
Reducing loneliness is important for improving the health of aging seniors.
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Researchers are tracking two large great white sharks traveling north along the East Coast, including near New York beaches. At the same time, shark sightings have increased in New York, leading to several temporary beach closures and more monitoring efforts.
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A 12-foot, 1,000-pound female great white shark named Ernst was first seen near Montauk, New York, in June and is moving toward Atlantic Canada.
Another shark called Contender, nearly 14 feet long and over 1,650 pounds, is following a similar path.
Shark sightings at Rockaway Beach, Queens, reached 23 between late May and early July 2026, including a record 16 in the first five days of July.
New York has increased drone, boat, and aerial monitoring, which helps spot sharks more easily.
Environmental changes, such as more bait fish and warming ocean temperatures, may be attracting more sharks closer to shore.
Several beaches, including Point Lookout and Rockaway Beach, have been temporarily closed due to shark activity.
A swimmer suffered a non-life-threatening bite likely from a small sand tiger shark at Jones Beach over the July Fourth weekend.
Scientists say shark presence is a sign of a healthy ocean and that serious shark attacks remain very rare worldwide.
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Most Americans say the conflict with Iran is harder than President Donald Trump expected and expect it to last months or years. People feel uncertain and frustrated about the situation, especially because they don’t have clear information about what is happening daily in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Many Americans want to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and stop Iran’s nuclear program and threats in the region.
Most people prefer ending the war rather than pushing for more demands from Iran.
Republicans are more likely now to support continuing the conflict after a ceasefire deal failed.
Younger Americans are more likely than those over 65 to want the war to end soon.
People feel they do not get clear daily updates about the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Most believe President Trump presents the conflict more positively than reality.
Approval of the military action remains low and stable, with mixed opinions on which side has the advantage.
Economic concerns like rising gas prices and inflation influence people’s views on the conflict and the president’s handling of it.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. military will test the testosterone levels of service members aged 30 and older every year. Those with low levels may be offered testosterone replacement therapy, but the policy is new and some medical experts say measuring and treating low testosterone is complicated.
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The new policy requires military members 30 and older to get annual testosterone level tests.
Service members under 30 can choose to take the test voluntarily.
Testosterone replacement therapy is optional if a soldier is found to have low levels.
Low testosterone means a hormone level below about 280 to 320 nanograms per deciliter in men, but exact thresholds vary.
Testosterone levels naturally decline by about 1% to 2% each year starting around age 30 to 40 in men.
Symptoms of low testosterone can include low sex drive, fatigue, and loss of muscle mass.
Medical experts note that testosterone levels change a lot and not everyone with low levels needs treatment.
The Defense Department has not fully explained how the policy will work in detail.
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A pediatric doctor compares the TV series "The Pitt" and "The Bear" in how they show hospital and medical work. The doctor says "The Bear" better captures the intense, stressful training and teamwork doctors experience.
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The doctor works in a pediatric intensive care unit.
"The Pitt" shows emergency room staff fighting issues like insurance problems, shootings, and mental health.
The doctor helped advise "The Pitt" to make it realistic.
"The Bear" more accurately shows the hard, demanding training for chefs and doctors.
Both chefs and doctors face long training, exhaustion, and sometimes mental health challenges.
The doctor relates a harsh chef boss in "The Bear" to tough medical mentors during training.
Both professions strive for perfection despite stress and sleep deprivation.
The shows illustrate the strong teamwork needed in hospitals and kitchens.
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The article explores why people today often feel empty despite having many ways to entertain themselves. It compares modern society to historical periods of decadence, where wealth and excess coexisted with cultural decline but also creative breakthroughs.
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People have many options for enjoyment today, such as shopping, exotic food, online content, gambling, or chatting with AI.
Despite these options, many feel bored or emotionally empty, described as an "age of decadence without pleasure."
The idea of decadence dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times, marked by wealth and excess leading to cultural decline.
Historical examples include Roman emperors like Elagabalus and Nero known for extreme indulgence and cruelty.
Both conservatives and some leftist thinkers today view modern Western societies as experiencing stagnation or decline similar to past decadent cultures.
In contrast, some see decadence as inspiring unique artistic creations, such as in the late 19th century when artists challenged mainstream values.
The decadents rejected ideas of usefulness and profit, valuing pleasure for its own sake and pushing social and artistic boundaries.
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Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician and Democrat, has been campaigning to unseat Republican Senator Lindsey Graham in South Carolina. After Senator Graham’s death, his sister Darline was appointed to his seat, but Andrews plans to continue her campaign focused on healthcare and other local issues.
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Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator from South Carolina, recently passed away at age 71.
Dr. Annie Andrews is a 45-year-old pediatrician running as a Democrat to take Graham’s Senate seat.
Andrews has spent 20 years working in healthcare and sees political solutions as key to fixing public health problems.
After losing a 2022 congressional race, Andrews started a group targeting climate change, gun violence, and childhood poverty.
Andrews became more motivated to run after President Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
Kennedy has promoted anti-vaccine views, which Andrews sees as dangerous to children’s health.
Measles cases in the US are at a 35-year high, partly due to vaccine misinformation.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed to serve the rest of his term and will run in a Republican primary soon.
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The article discusses how modern plea bargains affect the constitutional right to a jury trial in the United States. It highlights concerns that plea deals may limit defendants' access to their trial rights.
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The United States recently celebrated 250 years of independence.
The constitutional right to a jury trial is a key part of American legal values.
Plea bargains are agreements where defendants plead guilty to a lesser charge to avoid a trial.
Many cases today end with plea bargains instead of going to trial.
Plea bargains can shorten legal processes but may reduce the chance for a defendant to have their case heard by a jury.
Critics argue this trend challenges the original intent of guaranteeing a jury trial.
Supporters say plea bargains help manage court workloads and provide quicker resolutions.
The issue raises questions about balancing efficiency with protecting legal rights.
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Many Americans are paying close attention to the current cyclospora outbreak and about 40% say they are now eating or buying less fresh produce because of it. People are somewhat divided in their trust in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to handle the outbreak, with more Republicans trusting the agency than Democrats.
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Most Americans are following news about the cyclospora outbreak at least somewhat closely.
Around 4 in 10 people report reducing their consumption or purchase of produce due to the outbreak.
Women and older adults are more likely to eat less produce than men and younger people.
Interest in news about cyclospora is nearly as high as interest in the conflict with Iran.
People paying very close attention to the outbreak are more likely to eat less produce.
More Americans have confidence than not in the FDA’s ability to manage the outbreak, but few have high confidence.
Republicans express more confidence in the FDA than Democrats.
The survey was done with 2,193 U.S. adults between July 22-24, 2026, and has a margin of error of ±2.7 points.
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The CBS News program "Sunday Morning" on July 26 covers several stories, including aging in rural America, food safety issues, and profiles of people in arts and culture. The show features interviews and segments on supermodel Lauren Hutton, singer Corinne Bailey Rae, artist Derrick Adams, as well as topics like worm grunting and how plants respond to touch.
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The program aired on July 26 and is hosted by Mo Rocca.
One segment focuses on the challenges of aging in rural areas of the United States.
The show discusses compromises affecting food safety.
It includes a feature on supermodel and actress Lauren Hutton.
Singer Corinne Bailey Rae is profiled.
Artist Derrick Adams is also featured.
The program explores the unusual practice of worm grunting.
Another story explains how plants react when touched.
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