By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 25 (HealthDay News)– Prolonged exposure to loud traffic noise is strongly associated with stroke in people aged 65 and older, a new Danish study finds. The researchers discovered that for every… Read more

A tax tip from IRS.gov If you work in an occupation where tips are part of your total compensation, you need to be aware of several facts relating to your federal income taxes. Here are four things the IRS wants you to know about tip income: 1)… Read more

ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. – After a harrowing air travel experience to arrive for the game against St. Bonaventure, the UMass basketball team came out strong playing a sensational all-around game and held off the Bonnies in the second half for a… Read more

BOSTON — Boston goalie Tim Thomas headed into the All-Star break with another All-Star performance. Thomas stopped 34 shots to lead the Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Wednesday night, then packed up his gear for the NHL… Read more

Name: Raymond Diaz Age: 31 Last known address: 62 Algoquin Place, Springfield Wanted for: Trafficking in Cocaine (Springfield) Anyone with any information should contact the Fugitive Apprehension Unit… Read more

(HealthDay News) — Body piercings are increasingly popular, but they also come with potential health risks. The Journal of the American Medical Association says possible risks from body piercing include: The wound may not heal properly. You may… Read more

By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 25 (HealthDay News) — People with advanced cancer should be told what end-of-life care choices are available earlier in the course of their disease, a new policy statement from the American Society… Read more

By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 25 (HealthDay News) — Longevity isn’t increasing as fast in the United States as it is in other developed countries, says a new report that points a finger at high rates of smoking and… Read more

A tax tip from IRS.gov Taxpayers who need certain prior year tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. Here are nine things to know if you need federal tax return information from a previously filed tax return. 1) There are three options… Read more

in partnership with Shannon and Steve met when they were both members of the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity at Michigan State. THE BRIDE: Shannon, 27, graduate student at the U of M School of Public Health THE GROOM: Steve, 27, works at… Read more

BOSTON — Kendrick Perkins spent the last seven months coming back from a knee injury, and on the day he was set to return to the floor he showed up in the trainer’s office with a sore neck. He was so excited he couldn’t sleep. Playing for the… Read more

By Hope DeAngelis Schmid for Brilliant Color and Beauty Today  When the temperature drops below freezing, a hat isn’t just an accessory; it’s a necessity. Whether you live in the bitter cold or you’re visiting the slopes, you need to know the best… Read more

By By Rachel Smith, New York UniversityBy Rachel Smith, New York University Not exactly tech-savvy? Fear not! It only takes a minimal amount of effort to keep your computer functioning, fast and clean. Check out our tech tips to prevent tech… Read more

LOS ANGELES — This time, the Los Angeles Kings only needed regulation to beat Boston. Ryan Smyth scored their first power-play goal in eight games and Andrei Loktionov added a goal, helping Los Angeles win 2-0 on Monday night for its fifth… Read more

(HealthDay News) — Warts are small bumps on the skin that are caused by a virus. While the menacing growths can pop up most anywhere on the body, they usually aren’t harmful. However, the University of Maryland Medical Center says warts shouldn’t… Read more