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2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks

Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart

Five years after their influential drummer and lyricist Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour.

2 weeks ago in World

Greta Thunberg is among flotilla activists deported from Israel. Others remain in prison

Israeli authorities said Monday they deported to Greece and Slovakia another 171 people detained for taking part in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, including prominent Swedish activist Greta Thunberg.

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Parkland College joins national launch of Automotive Accreditation Program

AVTECC pilot aims to prepare students for advanced technologies like EV systems and smart diagnostics.

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Arrest made in 2024 Danville double homicide

21-year-old charged; second juvenile suspect in custody on unrelated charges.

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Budzinski: 56,000 families could lose access to vital assistance due to shutdown

“We need Democrats and Republicans to come to the table”

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Danville Fire Department asks residents to join Community Connect

DANVILLE, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Danville Fire Department is asking residents to join a new program that will help…

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Big Ten, Allstate launch groundbreaking women’s championship series

Multi-year partnership aims to elevate visibility, support for women’s sports across the conference.

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Champaign Community Coalition to hold regular monthly meeting

City ensures accessibility for individuals with disabilities at upcoming event.

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UI Grad Eric Mollahan chosen to lead the Land Conservation Foundation

Environmental leader returns to Champaign to serve as LCF’s first full-time executive director.

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Illinois up To #17 in the AP Top 25, FOX Big Noon Kickoff headed back to Champaign

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — After a 43-27 win at Purdue, the Illinois football team moved up five spots to #17…

2 weeks ago in World

The Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for work on the human immune system

Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Bad Bunny kicks off ‘SNL’ 51st season with a group of new faces and jabs at his Super Bowl critics

Bad Bunny kicked off the 51st season of "Saturday Night Live" with a few timely jokes about his next high-profile gig: the Super Bowl.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Drake Maye leads Patriots to 23-20 win over Bills, leaving NFL without an unbeaten team

Receiver Stefon Diggs is quite comfortable putting on a show in Buffalo. The big difference on Sunday night was doing so for the Bills' division rival New England Patriots.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Julio Rodríguez lifts Mariners over Tigers 3-2, Seattle takes Game 2 of ALDS to even series

Julio Rodríguez came through in a big moment for the Seattle Mariners. Rodríguez hit a tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning and the Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in Game 2 of their AL Division Series on Sunday to even the series.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘The Walking Dead’ comes alive in auction for 15-year anniversary

The eerie zombies from "The Walking Dead" first stepped into viewers' living rooms on Halloween nearly 15 years ago, unknowingly ushering in a new era for the horror genre. Fans are getting a chance to own some of the franchise's most coveted items.

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Lactose intolerance isn’t a dairy sentence, says dietitian: Community Focus with Callie Luttman

St. Louis District Dairy Council clears up confusion between lactose intolerance and milk allergy, offers strategies to enjoy dairy without discomfort.

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State Reparations Commission holds public forum at University of Illinois

URBANA, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission held a public hearing Saturday at the Krannert Center…

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No. 22 Illinois rolls past Purdue, 43–27, to keep The Cannon

Altmyer’s career day, Beatty’s big plays power Illini to first back-to-back wins over Purdue since 2001–02

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September 27 – October 3 Crimestoppers Booking Report

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our Crimestoppers Booking Report is back this week, with full data returning for all seven…

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Horror sequel ‘Black Phone 2’ dials up a No. 1 opening

The horror sequel "Black Phone 2" topped the North American box office charts this weekend with $26.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

6 days ago in Entertainment

A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel

Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.