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Lifestyle

5 days ago in Lifestyle

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.

1 week ago in Advertising and Marketing Expert, Business, Lifestyle, Local Experts

Why Your Marketing Feels Like It Should Be Working — But Isn’t | Monadnock Local Expert

A Monadnock Region marketing professional explains why many local advertising efforts fall short — and how balancing visibility, search and follow-through can turn interest into customers.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

6 therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year

Rula offers six therapist-approved mental health tips for the new year, emphasizing self-reflection, energy management, and setting achievable goals.

National

7 hours ago in National

US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns

The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.

8 hours ago in National

Verizon Outage Leaves Customers Nationwide With Limited Cell Service

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A widespread Verizon wireless outage Wednesday forced thousands of phones into emergency-only mode, prompting warnings from officials about potential disruptions to 911 calls.

13 hours ago in National

Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt

The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a year ago.

13 hours ago in National

Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good’s death

Federal officers dropped tear gas and sprayed eye irritant at activists Tuesday during another day of confrontations in Minneapolis, while students miles away walked out of a suburban school to protest the Trump administration's bold immigration sweeps.

Sports

7 hours ago in Sports

Oregon QB Dante Moore says he’ll return to the Ducks rather than declare for the NFL draft

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to the Ducks next season rather than declare for the NFL draft. Moore, 20, announced his decision on Wednesday on ESPN.

7 hours ago in Sports

Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March

The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday that Dell Curry — the father of Stephen and Seth Curry — will get his No. 30 retired in a ceremony on March 19 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.

13 hours ago in Sports

Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado in a deal with the Cardinals

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade Tuesday with the St. Louis Cardinals, adding an accomplished veteran to a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time since a surprise World Series run in 2023.

3 days ago in Sports

Stafford’s late TD pass to Parkinson lifts the Rams past the Panthers 34-31 in tense playoff opener

Puka Nacua stepped into the huddle with the Los Angeles Rams trailing by four with 2:38 left, the home crowd roaring and his team's season on the line. He never thought twice about losing. "Never a doubt — No. 9 is with us," Nacau said with a wide smile in reference to the team's 37-year-old All-Pro quarterback, Matthew Stafford.

Local news from My Keene Now

3 hours ago in Local

The Pour House to Expand into Former Fritz’s Space

The Pour House plans to expand into Fritz Belgian Fries’ former Central Square space, adding games, TVs, live music, and family-friendly dining

10 hours ago in Local

Monadnock United Way Comes Close to Fundraising Goal for 2025 Campaign

The Monadnock United Way has raised more than $1.32 million, reaching 87 percent of its Our Monadnock, Our Impact Campaign goal

2 days ago in Local

City Of Keene Launches NH Alerts System For Emergency Notifications

Keene is encouraging residents to sign up for the NH Alerts system to receive emergency notifications by phone, text or email before emergencies occur.

5 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Driver Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash on Route 123 in Peterborough

A New Ipswich man died after a single-vehicle crash on Route 123 in Peterborough Thursday evening. Police say no foul play is suspected.

Trending

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are officially divorced after 19 years of marriage

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are divorced and legally single. A Nashville, Tennessee, judge on Tuesday issued an order dissolving the 19-year marriage of the Oscar-winning actor and the Grammy-winning country singer.

1 week ago in National, Trending

The Latest: After briefing, Johnson says he doesn’t expect US troops to deploy to Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other top officials briefed leaders in Congress late Monday on the striking military operation in Venezuela...

News

7 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

13 hours ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.

13 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

3 days ago in Entertainment

‘Hamnet’ and ‘One Battle After Another’ take top honors at Golden Globes

Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga "One Battle After Another" took top honors at Sunday's 83rd Golden Globes in the comedy category, while Chloé Zhao's Shakespeare drama "Hamnet" pulled off an upset over "Sinners" to win best film, drama.

3 days ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ tops box office for fourth straight week with newcomer ‘Primate’ second

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kept on smoldering at the box office, taking the top spot for a fourth straight week on a relatively quiet weekend as the January doldrums began setting in for the industry.

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