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Could a simple blood test detect Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear? New research from Resonant, a Utah biotech company that develops diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases, suggests it may be possible. Researchers said its new test achieved 100% accuracy in identifying patients with Alzheimer’s disease and individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) who went on to develop Alzheimer’s disease within five years. THE 8 BIGGEST ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE MYTHS — AND THE TRUTHS BEHIND THEM In the study, a total of 50 blood plasma samples were tested. These included 25 older control individuals, 13 patients who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, six patients with mild cognitive impairment who later developed Alzheimer’s, and six MCI patients who did not develop Alzheimer’s.  The findings were published in Frontiers in Neurology on Oct. 31. The blood test works by detecting the presence of DNA released from the brain’s neurons, or nerve cells, when they die, according to lead researcher Chad Pollard, a doctorate student and research assistant at Brigham Young University. “All cells, to some degree, release fragments of DNA called cell-free DNA (cfDNA) into their environment,” Pollard, who is also a co-founder of Resonant, told Fox News Digital in an email. COLORADO WOMAN WITH ALZHEIMER’S IS STILL VIBRANT AFTER MORE THAN 4 YEARS: ‘I REFUSE TO SURRENDER’ “Under normal, healthy conditions, cfDNA from neurons is undetectable in blood circulation, but during neurodegeneration, the amount of cfDNA that is released from these cells significantly increases and can be detected in the blood.” The presence of neuron cfDNA in the blood indicates neurodegeneration, Pollard added. Beyond Alzheimer’s disease, the researchers are also actively working to apply this technology to other neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also called Lou Gehrig’s disease), noted Pollard.  Pollard pointed out one limitation of the study. “While the majority of patients with mild cognitive impairment who did not develop Alzheimer’s disease within five years displayed low levels of neuron cfDNA in the blood, some displayed elevated levels,” he said. EATING ONE POPULAR FRUIT COULD HELP REDUCE YOUR CHANCES OF DEVELOPING DEMENTIA, STUDY FINDS “Due to limitations of the dataset, the researchers were not able to obtain more information about these patients to determine whether this minority remained cognitively stable or eventually developed Alzheimer’s disease.” The team is actively working to improve the specificity and predictive power of the test, Pollard said. Joseph Antoun, M.D., PhD, a longevity expert and CEO of the nutrition tech company Prolon in Los Angeles, was not involved in the study but offered his input on the findings. “Though the sample size for the study is relatively low, with only 50 participants, this method of measuring DNA methylation shows interesting potential,” Antoun told Fox News Digital. “I would love to see it performed at a larger scale, with a bigger population size, and with other neurodegenerative disorders,” he said. OVARIAN CANCER COULD BE DETECTED EARLY WITH A NEW BLOOD TEST, STUDY FINDS In future studies, Antoun said he would recommend ensuring that the results aren’t being polluted by a different preexisting condition, as Alzheimer’s patients tend to have other comorbidities such as dementia, depression, obesity and cardiovascular disease.  “Additionally, I would also be curious to look at the cost of a blood test like this, particularly one that promises such exciting developments in the medical field,” he said. “Overall, I’m interested to see more expansive, specific research to further support this data.” Resonant expects to launch its Alzheimer’s test in the first quarter of 2024.  There are a few blood tests that are currently available to health care providers to help with diagnosis, but they are not yet approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), according to the Alzheimer’s Association. “At this time, it is recommended that blood tests only be used by specialty care doctors who are seeing patients with memory complaints,” states the association on its website. “They are not recommended for individuals who do not have any cognitive or memory symptoms.” CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER More than six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, which is the most common form of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. That number is projected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050. Diagnosis has traditionally occurred after symptoms of cognitive decline appear — but identifying the disease sooner could enable patients to access preventive drugs and dramatically slow progression, according to Resonant researchers. “These data demonstrate significant potential for this technology’s use as a clinically actionable predictor of neurodegeneration, which could allow for pre-symptomatic interventions,” said Timothy Jenkins, PhD, co-founder of Resonant, in a press release.  “We believe that such early identification is the key to improving outcomes for patients with neurodegenerative disease.” People can view the company’s peer-reviewed research or join the waitlist for the test at its website, www.resonantdx.com. For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/health.



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Jake Browning and the Cincinnati Bengals shocked the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night, defeating them in overtime, 34-31, to remain in the AFC playoff picture.  The Bengals move to 6-6 on the year, while the Jaguars fall to 8-4, though they still own the AFC South lead. There’s no dancing around it: The Jaguars’ loss was made much worse after star quarterback Trevor Lawrence left the game with an ankle injury. It came with 5 minutes and 43 seconds left in the fourth quarter when Jaguars left tackle Walker Little accidentally stepped on Lawrence’s right ankle, causing him to immediately hit the ground. His ankle appeared to roll up even more as he fell. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Lawrence needed help from two trainers to walk off the field and get to the locker room while the entire Jacksonville crowd sat silent.  Because of that, C.J. Beathard had to take over at quarterback, and he got the necessary yards on his first drive under center, going 53 yards on nine plays to set up a Brandon McManus field goal that tied the game at 31 apiece with 26 seconds left in the game, forcing overtime. FROM OUTKICK: MIKE TOMLIN CLEARLY TIRED OF TALKING ABOUT STEELERS WR DIONTAE JOHNSON However, when the Jaguars received the ball to begin extra time, Beathard couldn’t deliver a game-winning touchdown.  He did come close to setting Jacksonville up close to the goal line, finding Calvin Ridley 43 yards downfield, which would’ve put them at the two-yard line. However, a holding penalty brought the play back and the Jags ended up punting. Browning, on the other hand, did exactly what the Bengals needed in crunch time.  He found Ja’Marr Chase on multiple occasions for the game-winning drive as the star receiver had himself a game down in Florida. He finished with 149 yards on 11 catches with a 76-yard touchdown catch to help the Bengals put up a surprising amount of points. It was then up to Evan McPherson to kick a game-winning field goal from 48 yards out for the Bengals, and he put it right down the middle for the upset. While McPherson missed a 57-yarder earlier in the game, McManus also missed a 48-yard field goal later, which is what ultimately forced overtime for both teams. Browning, in just his second NFL start, threw for 354 yards on 32-of-37 through the air in an extremely efficient game under center. Browning also relied on his running back Joe Mixon, who racked up two touchdowns and 68 yards on 19 carries, while hauling in six catches for 49 yards. Before he left the game, Lawrence was also solid, going 22-for-29 for 258 yards with two touchdowns and a rushing score for Jacksonville. He found tight end Evan Engram, the team’s leader in receptions, for his first touchdown of the season, as well as rookie Parker Washington, who made an unreal catch in the back of the end zone in the second half. Engram led the way with nine catches and 82 yards, while Zay Jones had 78 yards on five catches.  Another injury note came on the first offensive play of the game for the Jags, as Christian Kirk caught a 26-yard pass from Lawrence before leaving the game with a groin injury.



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Deion Sanders isn’t among the ex-Florida State players who are angered by the College Football Playoff selection committee’s decision to leave the Seminoles out of the top four despite an unbeaten record this season.  Outrage is just one of the words to describe Florida State fans after their perfect 13-0 record and ACC Championship title wasn’t good enough in the selection committee’s eyes to hold a spot in the top four. The teams that did — No. 1 Michigan, No. 2 Washington, No. 3 Texas and No. 4 Alabama — will all have a chance to compete for the national title.  Meanwhile, No. 5 Florida State will take on No. 6 Georgia, who lost to Alabama in the SEC Championship Game for its first loss of the year, in the Orange Bowl as part of the annual New Year’s Six games.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Sanders, who became a star with the Seminoles under Bobby Bowden, made his case on the “Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz” on why he isn’t surprised by the committee’s decision.  “Well, I can’t be upset. We’re recruiting against those guys. You gotta understand that. This is business now,” Sanders, the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, said.  FROM OUTKICK: FANS BELIEVE ESPN, COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF COMMITTEE COLLUDED TO INCLUDE SEC TEAM “A lot of people don’t look at it as business. I look at it as, this is entertainment, but this is business. So [there’s] no way you’re gonna leave Coach [Nick] Saban and Alabama out of a playoff.” Sanders took it a step further, too.  He believes that Georgia, the back-to-back national champions, should be the ones complaining about the committee’s decision.  “Who should be really upset, not only Florida State but [Georgia head coach] Kirby Smart. He’s been No. 1 for the last two or three years, and they’re out?” Sanders said. “This is unbelievable. I want those problems! Give me those problems!” Sanders has to think about his own program, as they make the move to the Big 12 for the 2024-25 season. After a hot start that began with taking down the runner-up in the CFP last year, TCU, to begin the season, the Buffaloes hit a wall that ended with a 4-8 overall record.  It was dead last in the Pac-12, as the Buffaloes went 1-8 in the conference after previously being ranked in the Top 25 earlier this year. Sanders looked on as his squad lost their final six games. 



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Sylvester Stallone’s iconic character, Rocky Balboa, is still resonating with audiences 47 years after his debut in 1976, and now fans can gather in celebration of the beloved fictional boxer on a dedicated day. Dec. 3 marked the inaugural “Rocky Day” in Philadelphia, with festivities led by Stallone. “Life is a fight,” he said in a speech to the thousands gathered at the base of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where Rocky famously and triumphantly runs up the steps while training in the film.  “It’s a tough fight and get ready,” he continued. “You’re going to win some and you’re gonna lose a lot. But the real victory is in never giving up and going the distance for yourself, your loved ones, and standing at the top of these steps you’re reminded that all things are possible.”  SYLVESTER STALLONE SHARES VIDEO OF HIS VISIT TO THE ROCKY BALBOA STATUE IN PHILADELPHIA WITH HIS FAMILY “Keep punching!” he concluded with cheers from the crowd. Speaking with Fox News Digital, Stallone explained why the character still connects with people nearly five decades later. “There are certain conundrums, issues, problems, journeys, challenges that everybody from every country, every culture has to face,” he said. “And they may be somewhat different, but they usually deal with the same kind of — I just want to achieve something, I want people to be proud of me, I want to raise a family, I want to support my daughter. It’s this kind of fear — or [thinking] I’m really nobody inside. People look at me but, on the inside, I feel weak and shallow, that’s what the character was.”  SYLVESTER STALLONE SAYS ABUSIVE FATHER HELPED OVERCOME EARLY HOLLYWOOD FAILURES: ‘NO STRANGER TO SERIOUS PAIN’ Stallone continued, “He even said, ‘I’m going to lose, I know I’m not good enough,’ and people may feel that way but at least they want to try. “I think the biggest frustration on the planet is people not getting the opportunity to fail. Forget win, they may win, but at least give me a shot. And that’s the biggest frustration I think that universally binds this whole underdog situation. I could talk to a billionaire and he thinks he’s an underdog. It’s just ingrained in the psyche of humans.” WATCH: SYLVESTER STALLONE EXPLAINS WHY ‘ROCKY’ RESONATES WITH AUDIENCES NEARLY 50 YEARS LATER Stallone wrote and starred in “Rocky”, launching his film career and earning him Oscar nominations for best original screenplay and best actor. The 77-year-old was reflective about his life and career at the ceremony, readily admitting to having “tons of regrets.” CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER “Usually it’s the kind of regrets that we all have, befriending people that didn’t like you as much, being involved with people you shouldn’t have been involved with, going left when you should have gone right, there’s tons of regrets,” he said. “Getting in fights, arguing with people that you should have been a little more gracious to, a little more compassionate with, [there are] tons of regrets.” But it wasn’t all somber, as he added with a laugh, “Choosing some movies, big time regrets!” WATCH: SYLVESTER STALLONE SHARES HE HAS ‘TONS OF REGRETS’ “Rocky” not only has a dedicated day, Dec. 3, but a dedicated “Sly Stallone Shop” inside the Parkway Visitor Center Outpost between the base of the steps and the Rocky statue, where visitors regularly recreate Rocky’s run to the top. Stallone’s wife, Jennifer Flavin, was on hand to celebrate with her husband, telling Fox News Digital, “I just love Philadelphia, I love the people here, they’re amazing.” LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS  “It’s overwhelming,” she added, getting slightly emotional. Chevy Chase, a long-time friend of Stallone’s was also at the event quipping to Fox News Digital that “the rain made me come!” (It was an unfortunately rainy day for the otherwise celebratory occasion.) Chase then added Stallone is “a good old friend,” and noted that his friend did the mural at the location, saying “It’s a big deal and Sly loves it and I love him.” The SNL star couldn’t resist one last joke when asked about the highlight of Stallone’s career, he teased, “We used to make love a lot.” SYLVESTER STALLONE’S CO-STAR DOLPH LUNDGREN REVEALS WHAT HE LEARNED FROM ‘ROCKY’ ACTOR The outpouring from fans in attendance was overwhelming and included a new, young generation growing up with the movies. One little boy, nine-year-old Ro Knight, went viral when he approached Stallone and performed almost word for word Rocky’s inspiring speech to his son from 2006’s “Rocky Balboa.” The speech includes powerful lines like, “But it ain’t about how hard ya hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward” and Stallone joined the little boy in enthusiastically reciting the words together, concluding with a big hug. WATCH: YOUNG FAN RECITES ‘ROCKY’ SPEECH WITH SYLVESTER STALLONE Future generations will continue to love “Rocky,” and when asked if there would be another film in the series, Stallone said, “I wish.” The rights to the “Rocky” series are currently held by Irwin Winkler, who produced the “Rocky” franchise and its sequel films in the “Creed” series.  In a 2019 interview with Variety, Stallone claimed he initially asked for ownership rights after the second and third movie, and felt it was owed to him since he created the story. However, he was told this usually isn’t done in Hollywood.  “When I finally confronted them [just before ‘Rocky IV’ in 1985], I said, ‘Does it bother you guys that I’ve written every word, I’ve choreographed it, I’ve been loyal to you, I’ve promoted it, directed it and I don’t have 1% that I could leave for my children?’ And the quote was, ‘You got paid.’ And that was the end of the conversation,” Stallone told Variety in 2019. In 2022, Stallone called Winkler out on Instagram, writing in a post, “After Irwin controlling ‘Rocky’ for over 47 years, and now ‘Creed’, I really would like to have at least a little [of] WHAT’S LEFT of my rights back, before passing it on to ONLY YOUR CHILDREN — I believe that would be a fair gesture from this 93-year-old gentleman?” Fox News Digital’s Lori Bashian contributed to this report.



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Florida GOP Chairman Christian Ziegler says he will not resign over a woman’s allegation that he raped her, telling supporters in an email that he is innocent. Ziegler sent the statement to state Republicans on Saturday, saying that he and his wife, Bridget Ziegler, are being targeted because they are “such loud political voices,” according to The Associated Press.  “We have a country to save and I am not going to let false allegations of a crime put that mission on the bench as I wait for this process to wrap up,” wrote Ziegler, 40. A longtime GOP activist, Ziegler ascended to the state party’s top post in February. A complaint against Ziegler was filed with the Sarasota Police Department on Oct. 4, stating that the alleged sexual battery occurred inside a woman’s Sarasota home on Oct. 2.  DEMOCRATS CALL FOR RESIGNATION OF FLORIDA GOP CHAIRMAN CHRISTIAN ZIEGLER AMID SEXUAL BATTERY ALLEGATIONS The accuser reportedly “told him over Instagram messages that she was distraught and ‘terrified’ of him after their encounter and unable to work,” according to Politico.  However, Ziegler’s wife, who co-founded the conservative group Moms for Liberty which has led a campaign with Gov. Ron DeSantis dealing with education in Florida schools, told police that she, the victim and her husband had consensual sex together over a year before the alleged crime occurred, Politico states. According to text messages cited in the affidavit, the woman and the Zieglers had planned to again have group sex on Oct. 2, but the woman backed out after Bridget Ziegler “couldn’t make it.” FLORIDA TEACHER’S ASSISTANT ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY SLAPPING MIDDLE SCHOOLER INSIDE CLASSROOM The woman said she found Ziegler in her apartment’s hallway later that day and that he pushed her inside and then raped her. In text and phone conversations monitored by investigators, Ziegler offered the woman “financial help” before becoming suspicious that they were being recorded. In a Nov. 2 interview with detectives, Ziegler said the sex was consensual and that he had recorded it. He said he deleted the video, then recovered it after the rape allegation surfaced. DeSantis said last week that while Ziegler is innocent until proven guilty, he should resign to avoid becoming a distraction to their party. Ziegler’s attorney, Derek Byrd, previously released a statement to FOX 13 Tampa Bay acknowledging the reports of the investigation, saying that Ziegler has fully cooperated with the police requests.  “We are confident that once the police investigation is concluded that no charges will be filed and Mr. Ziegler will be completely exonerated,” Byrd said in a statement. No charges have been filed against Ziegler, but the Sarasota Police investigation remains open. Fox News’ Stepheny Price and The Associated Press contributed to this report.



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Navigating the Chick-fil-A menu in pursuit of a healthy meal can be a challenge, especially when a Chick-fil-A Deluxe Sandwich, waffle fries and milkshake are calling your name.  With a menu that revolves around fried chicken, it’s safe to say not everything on the Chick-fil-A lineup is inherently nutrient-dense.  Still, with a bit of strategic planning, you can make health-conscious choices at Chick-fil-A.  WHAT YOU SHOULD ORDER AT SUBWAY, ACCORDING TO NUTRITION EXPERTS It’s key to focus on balanced options, incorporating lean protein sources, fresh vegetables and whole grains, said Christopher Mohr, a registered dietitian and co-owner of Mohr Results, Inc., in Louisville, Kentucky. “For those aiming for healthier choices, it’s advisable to opt for grilled over fried items, be selective with sauces and dressings, and consider portion sizes to align with your nutritional goals,” he said. With these guidelines in mind, keep reading for what nutrition experts suggest ordering at “The Chick.” For healthier choices at Chick-fil-A, go grilled.  “Choosing a grilled chicken breast sandwich will not only cut down on the saturated fat and the sodium, but it will also reduce the advanced glycation end products commonly created when protein is exposed to dry high-temperature heat like frying,” said Michelle Routhenstein, a preventive cardiology dietitian at EntirelyNourished.com in New York. “It’s made with a boneless breast of chicken, marinated in a blend of seasonings and grilled for a tender and juicy backyard-grilled taste,” said Mohr. He said the sandwich provides a good source of lean protein, which is essential for muscle maintenance and repair, and is lower in calories (330 calories) and fat (7 grams) than its fried counterparts.  WHAT YOU SHOULD ORDER AT MCDONALD’S, ACCORDING TO NUTRITIONISTS “Pairing it with a side salad instead of fries can further enhance its nutritional profile,” he added.  Routhenstein also recommended forgoing fries but suggested pairing this sandwich with a fruit cup to increase the potassium level of your meal, which will negate the high sodium content. Chick-Fil-A’s 300-calorie Grilled Nuggets are another health-conscious option, said Mohr.  “These bite-sized pieces of boneless breast of chicken are marinated with a special blend of seasonings and grilled,” he said.  THESE 10 NUTRITION MISTAKES COULD BE TAKING YEARS OFF YOUR LIFE: HERE’S WHAT TO DO INSTEAD “They offer a high-protein, low-fat alternative to the traditional fried chicken nuggets,” he also said, noting that these grilled nuggets are especially suitable for those looking to increase their protein intake without extra calories or fat. The 60-calorie Fruit Cup is a refreshing and nutritious pick, said Mohr. “It typically includes a mix of mandarin orange segments, fresh strawberries, red and green apple pieces, and blueberries,” he said, noting that the fruit cup is rich in vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber — promoting digestion and overall health.  “It’s an excellent choice for adding a serving of fruit to your meal, especially as a dessert alternative to high-calorie, high-sugar options,” said Mohr.  For a healthy breakfast choice at Chick-fil-A, Mohr recommended the 290-calorie Egg White Grill.  CHICK-FIL-A LAUNCHING SEASONAL CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH PIMENTO CHEESE TOPPING “It features a breakfast portion of grilled chicken breast, grilled egg whites and American cheese served on a toasted multigrain English muffin,” he said, noting that this item provides a good balance of lean protein from the chicken and egg whites, helping to keep you fuller for longer. Plus, said Mohr, it’s lower in calories and reduced fat content compared to traditional breakfast sandwiches — making it a smart choice for those watching their dietary intake. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Another healthy option at Chick-fil-A could be ordering a Market Salad with grilled chicken on top, suggested Routhenstein.  This 550-calorie salad comes with nutrient-dense ingredients such as mixed greens, red and green apples, strawberries, blueberries, roasted almonds and more.  “I would just remove half or more of the blue cheese crumble on top to lower the sodium and saturated fat content that can increase blood pressure and cholesterol levels,” she said.  Here’s an outside-the-box idea: “Many times, looking at the side options could give you a balanced meal that checks all the boxes,” said Routhenstein.  “For instance, if you wanted to have a Greek Yogurt Parfait, a Fruit Cup and a [Kale Crunch Side] salad, you would have a well-balanced meal that would be satisfying and a healthy on-the-go option.” A representative for Chick-fil-A noted that anyone can check out the chain’s food options at https://www.chick-fil-a.com/stories/9-nutritious-chick-fil-a-menu-picks.  For more nutrition facts on menu items, visit Chick-fil-A’s nutrition and allergens page on its website. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle.



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George Washington gave a final goodbye to his soldiers at the close of the Revolutionary War on this day in history, Dec. 4, 1783. Washington, then-commanding general of the Continental Army, rallied his military officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York City, according to History.com. He then informed his troops that he would be stepping down from his commission to return to civilian life. ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, DECEMBER 3, 1992, THE FIRST TEXT MESSAGE IS SENT The future first president of the United States led his army through six years of warfare against the British ahead of the triumphant Battle of Yorktown in 1781, where British General Lord Charles Cornwallis formally surrendered. This victory became known as the end of the Revolutionary War. Most of the Continental Army was disbanded in 1783 after the Treaty of Paris was signed, according to the Fraunces Tavern Museum. Once Washington was notified that the last of the British troops had sailed from Long Island and Staten Island, it was time for the war leader to bid his soldiers farewell. Although Washington had described his troops privately as undisciplined and unhealthy, his gratitude on the day of his departure was genuine, History.com reports. ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, NOVEMBER 23, 1859, WESTERN OUTLAW BILLY THE KID IS BORN IN NEW YORK CITY Observers described Washington as “suffused in tears” during the scene at the iconic Lower Manhattan tavern. One complete account of the event comes from Colonel Benjamin Tallmadge, recorded by the Fraunces Tavern Museum website. Tallmadge’s account reads: “We had been assembled but a few moments when his excellency entered the room. After partaking of a slight refreshment in an almost breathless silence the General filled his glass with wine and turning to the officers said, ‘With a heart full of love and gratitude I now take leave of you. I most devoutly wish that your latter days may be as prosperous and happy as your former ones have been glorious and honorable.'” The account continues: “After the officers had taken a glass of wine General Washington said, ‘I cannot come to each of you but shall feel obliged if each of you will come and take me by the hand.’ General Knox, the closest officer to Washington, walked up to the General and the two hugged and kissed with tears running down their faces.”  ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY. NOVEMBER 22, 1963, JOHN F. KENNEDY, 35TH PRESIDENT, IS ASSASSINATED “In the same affectionate manner every officer in the room marched up and parted with the general in chief. Such a scene of sorrow and weeping I had never before witnessed and fondly hope I may never be called to witness again.” ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, NOVEMBER 21, 1864, ABRAHAM LINCOLN ‘PENS’ LETTER TO MRS. BIXBY Washington embraced about 30 of his soldiers one by one — then left for Annapolis, Maryland. After nearly eight years of war and strife, this would be the last time many of these men would see each other again, according to the museum. The general officially resigned his commission on Dec. 23 in front of the Continental Congress, delivering an emotional address. ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, NOVEMBER 4, 1980, RONALD REAGAN ELECTED PRESIDENT, HERALDING ‘MORNING AGAIN IN AMERICA’ He remarked that “having now finished the work assigned me, I retire from the great theatre of action, and bidding an affectionate farewell to this august body, under whose orders I have so long acted, I here offer my commission, and take my leave of all the employments of public life.” Washington then returned to Mount Vernon, Virginia, with the expectation of retiring as a gentleman farmer. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER But in 1789, Washington was persuaded back into politics — and was elected as America’s first-ever commander-in-chief. He would remain president until 1797. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle.



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Taylor Swift is in her football era. The “Cruel Summer” singer was spotted at Lambeau Field Sunday night wearing a vibrant red coat ahead of Travis Kelce’s game with the Kansas City Chiefs against the Green Bay Packers. Swift was joined by her new best friend, Brittany Mahomes, for her first game since October. Brittany Mahomes is the wife of Kelce’s teammate, Patrick Mahomes. TAYLOR SWIFT’S REP SHUTS DOWN RUMOR SINGER SECRETELY MARRIED JOE ALWYN Taylor was first spotted at a Chiefs game on Sept. 24 to cheer on Kelce. They’ve since been publicly sharing their adoration for each other online and in public.



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An NFL official was unfortunately in the wrong place on the sideline during the game between the New Orleans Saints and Detroit Lions on Sunday as he suffered a gruesome leg injury that was shown on the broadcast. Saints running back Alvin Kamara took a speed option flip from Derek Carr on 3rd-and-3 and was bouncing down the left sideline when Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes used his shoulder to smack Kamara out of bounds.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Kamara couldn’t keep himself on his feet, tumbling to the ground. But as he did so, he rolled underneath the legs of a chain crew member. As cameras turned on Kamara, one could clearly see the sideline official’s leg turned to the side and that he was in a considerable amount of pain. WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO Play was stopped as the sideline official was tended to. He would be stretchered off the field and was shown with an air cast on his left leg. There are many moments throughout an NFL season where officials, team personnel and others come in contact with players running out of bounds. Of course, it isn’t on the players to do so during the heat of competition, as is the case with Kamara here. But unfortunately, some of those interactions result in injury, which occurred in this case. At the time, the Lions were up 21-7 in the game, but this one came a lot closer in the second half when the Saints brought it within one score. However, Saints quarterback Derek Carr would suffer an injury that brought his backup, Jameis Winston, into the game. He couldn’t find Chris Olave on 4th-and-6, and the Lions picked up the necessary first downs late in the fourth quarter to secure a 33-28 victory.



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House Oversight Chairman James Comer discussed the latest evidence revealed from the investigation into the Biden family business deals during “Sunday Morning Futures.”The Kentucky congressman revealed to host Maria Bartiromo a bank investigator’s concerns regarding loan payments made to Hunter Biden from China, saying the evidence “fits a pattern” with the Biden family. NOTORIOUS MOBSTER STUNNED BY LATEST HUNTER BIDEN ALLEGATIONS: ‘MIND-BLOWING’ REP. JAMES COMER: … What we see here, Maria, is this fits a pattern that we’ve been talking about on your show for months, where the Bidens were taking in, you know, millions of dollars from our enemies around the world, and they were calling them loans, because when you say a loan, you don’t have to report that on your taxes. You don’t have to notify the IRS. So this was a way the Bidens were trying to sneak money in, and at the end of the day, they weren’t paying any taxes on it – but the bank examiner realized that this was a bad deal. …Not only is this money laundering and not only is this tax evasion, but this is how China comes in and buys politicians off. They give huge sums of money to vulnerable family members of high-ranking politicians, and they mentioned in the email Hunter Biden was susceptible because he was on drugs, he was in financial trouble, and they knew this because his ex-wife had said that in an interview.



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A Harvard alum called on the U.S. Department of Education to expand its probe of the university to include the Ivy League school’s “laissez-faire attitude” toward protesters’ “undisguised calls for the murder of Jews.” The new allegations are based on concerns over Harvard’s lack of response to anti-Israel demonstrators who appeared to call for violence against Jews in Israel just a day after the DOE announced their investigation. In a letter addressed to OCR’s Boston chief attorney Kristi R. Harris on Saturday, the alum thanked Harris for opening the investigation but called for its expansion.  “Harvard Hillel has reported that on November 29—a day after OCR notified me (and, presumably, Harvard) that it had opened a Title VI investigation—Harvard College students ‘had classes disrupted by a coordinated protest using bullhorns to blast abhorrent antisemitic calls to “globalize the intifada,” and demands for the elimination of the Jewish state “from the river to the sea,”‘” the letter says, citing an Instagram post by Harvard Hillel.  US DEPT OF EDUCATION OPENS INVESTIGATION OF HARVARD OVER ANTISEMITISM ON CAMPUS “Both are undisguised calls for the murder of Jews and Israelis,” the alum added. “During the Second Intifada, for example, Palestinian terrorists murdered over 1,000 Jews and Israelis, including through suicide-bomb attacks on buses and restaurants,” the alum explained. “And, as the House of Representatives recently acknowledged in a bipartisan resolution, ‘the phrase “from the river to the sea” … is widely recognized as a genocidal call to violence to destroy the state of Israel and its people to replace it with a Palestinian state extending from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea.’”  “To date, there has been no indication that Harvard has taken any action in response to these threats against Jews and Israelis,” the letter says. “And it is inconceivable that Harvard would take such a laissez-faire attitude if similar threats were leveled against any other minority group on campus.”  In October, Harvard University President Claudine Gay acknowledged that “antisemitism” has a “continuing presence” at Harvard, and the “university has done too little to confront” it.  UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTS FROM HARVARD, MIT TO TESTIFY BEFORE CONGRESS ON ANTISEMITISM RAGING ON CAMPUSES “I appreciate President Gay’s candid admission that Harvard has been, and remains, in violation of Title VI,” the letter continues. “Though President Gay represented that she is ‘committed to tackling this pernicious hatred with the urgency it demands,’ her words so far have not been met with action. It is now time for the Department of Education to intervene.”  Gay is scheduled to testify before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on Tuesday, at a hearing titled, “Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Antisemitism.” In fiscal year 2023, Harvard reported that it received $676 million in federal funding.  “The Department has an obligation to ensure that these ‘public dollars, drawn from the tax contributions of all citizens, do not serve to finance the evil of private prejudice,’” the letter says. “Please confirm that the Office for Civil Rights will expand its investigation to include Harvard’s latest failure to abide by Title VI.”  The alum’s initial complaint alleged that Harvard discriminated against students based on national origin by failing to appropriately respond to harassment against Jewish and Israeli students, including when a first-year Israeli student at Harvard Business School was reportedly physically assaulted and verbally berated by pro-Palestinian protesters amid a “die in” demonstration on campus in reaction to Israel’s retaliatory strikes in the Gaza Strip. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP In a letter sent Tuesday, Harris notified the alum that OCR was opening an investigation into whether Harvard “failed to respond to alleged harassment of students based on their national origin (shared Jewish ancestry and/or Israeli) in a manner consistent with the requirements of Title VI.” The alum closed Saturday’s letter by asserting a “deep appreciation for the Department’s commitment to advancing and enforcing the promise of our Nation’s civil-rights laws.”



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If you put wine or beer in a freezer, it will be frozen solid in just a few hours. But if you put vodka in your home freezer, it won’t freeze, even after weeks — or months.  So whether you’re blending vodka with fruit juices to create favorites like a screwdriver, crafting a vodka martini or mixing up a trendy Moscow Mule, ice-cold — but not frozen vodka from your freezer — elevates the taste of the cocktail for sure. DO HEALING CRYSTALS HAVE ANY SCIENTIFIC BACKING? SOME CITE REMARKABLE BENEFITS It’s very common to store vodka in the freezer so that you have chilled vodka ready at a moment’s notice.  Still, you may have pondered why vodka never freezes in your home freezer.  A science expert revealed the cold, hard truth about why this spirit doesn’t freeze. The alcohol in liquor is ethanol.  “Vodka is typically around 80 proof, which means it contains 40% ethanol by volume,” said Tara S. Carpenter, PhD, a principal lecturer in the department of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Maryland Baltimore County in Baltimore.  SHAUN WHITE, OLYMPIC SNOWBOARDER, TEAMS UP UTAH’S HIGH WEST DISTILLERY TO PROTECT WESTERN US  “The other 60% is mostly water, although there can be added flavorings, sugar or dissolved impurities,” she said. The freezing point of water is 0°C or 32°F, she said, while the freezing point of ethanol is -114.1°C or -173.5°F.  Since the freezing point of alcohol is much lower than the widely known freezing point for liquids such as water — vodka won’t freeze in a regular home freezer.  “At around 40% alcohol (80-proof), vodka has a freezing point that hovers at around -16 degrees Fahrenheit. And while putting it in the freezer will affect it somewhat, it won’t freeze solid in your traditional freezer,” noted Reader’s Digest.  It’s a nifty science lesson, for sure. “When we mix ethanol and water together, the mixture has its own unique freezing point that is lower than that of water, due to something called freezing point depression,” said Carpenter.  6 BREWERIES ACROSS AMERICA THAT OFFER GREAT BREWS AND STUNNING VIEWS, TOO That said, if you prefer your vodka without a mixer and on the rocks, or if shots of vodka are your go-to drink, storing it in your freezer is a sound strategy.  For most vodka, storing it in the freezer is the way to go, and it will probably make the shot much easier to handle, according to the VinePair.com. Many Americans keep a bottle or two stored in their home freezer, but is that truly the best place to store it? If your vodka of choice is top-tier, skip the freezer, Grey Goose vodka creator Francois Thibault told Business Insider.  If you prefer a more budget-friendly vodka, he said it’s not a bad idea to keep it in the freezer, since cold temperatures may mask the vodka’s notes or properties, which could be “aggressive” and “burning,” according to Thibault.  So, deciding to store vodka in your home freezer is a personal decision.  It won’t freeze, but the quality of vodka could impact your decision about whether to store it in your fridge or your freezer.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Still, if you choose not to store vodka in the freezer, don’t fret — as that leaves more room for frozen pizza and ice cream. For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle.



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People across the world send text messages every day — often multiple times a day or even per hour.  The simple act of typing on a keyboard (no matter how small that keyboard may be) and hitting “send” is now second nature in the 21st century. But once upon a time, it was a novel idea.  ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, DECEMBER 2, 1823, PRESIDENT MONROE TOUTS DOCTRINE DEFENDING WESTERN HEMISPHERE And on this day in history, Dec. 3, 1992, the first SMS (short message service) text message was sent from a computer in the United Kingdom.  Neil Papworth was a 22-year-old engineer from Reading in southern England who grew up studying computing.  After toiling to develop a movable vehicle satellite antenna, he went to work for Sema Group Telecoms in 1991, according to his website.  He was part of a team that was developing a short message service for its customer Vodafone U.K. The company sent Papworth on a site visit to attempt the paging service.  “[I] was chosen to go to their site to install, integrate and test the software, and get it all working,” he said in a website statement. ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, OCTOBER 24, 1861, TRANSCONTINENTAL TELEGRAPH COMPLETED, CONNECTING COASTS FOR THE FIRST TIME At the time, handheld devices did not have a keyboard, nor the ability for a user to send written messages through the device. Because of this, Papworth used a computer to type out the first message: “Merry Christmas.” “I typed the message on a computer keyboard and sent it to an Orbitel 901 handset. Those things were enormous,” he said in a statement.  ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY, NOVEMBER 3, 1956, ‘THE WIZARD OF OZ’ DEBUTS ON TV, ELEVATES OLD FILM TO AMERICAN CLASSIC  He sent the test message to Richard Jarvis, a director at the telecommunications operator Vodafone U.K., who was attending a Christmas office party, according to Papworth’s website.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The message was successfully sent — and Papworth thus became the first person to ever send an SMS text message. Although the groundbreaking software success occurred in 1992, text messaging didn’t take off for years due to a lack of handheld keyboards.  Papworth lives in Montreal with his wife and three children and has worked for a different software company — Oracle.  Many people still find it hard to believe that the can’t-live-without messaging system — something such a part of daily life now — was successfully created just a little over 30 years ago.  For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle.



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The two-time defending national champions and the reigning SEC champions Georgia Bulldogs entered Saturday’s title game in Atlanta with a perfect regular season record. The Bulldogs were the favorites to win this year’s SEC Championship, but, Nick Saban and the No. 8 Alabama Crimson Tide had other plans.  Alabama defeated Georgia 27-24, creating potential chaos for the College Football Playoff committee. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM A key moment happeneded in the second half, when Georgia quarterback Carson Beck’s hand-off to Daijun Edwards was misplayed. The ball fell to the turf and was recovered by Alabama. The turnover led to an Alabama field goal. Only three team have advanced to the College Football Playoff following a conference championship game lost. Georgia will certainly hope to be the fourth team to make it.



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Seattle Seahawks defensive back Jamal Adams is under fire after he appeared to mock a reporter’s wife on social media.  The exchange began after SNY’s Connor Hughes retweeted a video of Adams from Thursday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys. The video posted to X, the company formerly known as Twitter, showed Adams giving up a crucial touchdown late in the game. The Seahawks ultimately suffered a 41-35 loss to the Cowboys. Hughes wrote “Yikes” on the video in the question and Adams apparently took issue with the remark. Screenshots showed that Adams responded by sharing a zoomed-in picture of Brie, Hughes’ wife, with the caption “Yikes” in a now-deleted post to X. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In a separate post, which remains on Adams’ social media feed as of Saturday afternoon, the three-time Pro Bowler appeared to direct another message at Hughes by writing, “Don’t start nothin won’t be nothin.” TYREEK HILL SAYS HE WILL PAY WAGES OF CAMERAMAN SUSPENDED FOR BEING PART OF HIS TOUCHDOWN CELEBRATION Although the initial post did not stay on Adams’ timeline for an extended amount of time, NFL fans quickly took notice of the spat.  “Jamal Adams left New York 3 years ago as an immature loser. Nothing has changed 3 years later. Garbage,” an X user commented. According to his published bio, Hughes primarily covers the New York Jets and New York Giants. The Jets drafted Adams in the first round in 2017. He was traded to the Seahawks in 2020. Another user criticized Adams for “taking cheap shots.” “Taking cheap shots at people doesn’t change the fact that he’s been a disaster with the Seahawks and the Jets have been a better defense without him,” the X user wrote. At one point, Adams retweeted a post from one user, which read, “I don’t know why media members think they can constantly scrutinize and personally demean, belittle, and antagonize players with no repercussions. It’s all “business is business,” until it’s not. So understand, players are real people too.” Another X user accused Adams of “doubling down on it,” prompting NFL star to respond by giving credit to Dallas Cowboys safety Jake Ferguson. “I ain’t doubling down on nothin. I stand 10 toes with it. Bro made a helluva adjustment on the ball last night and made a play. Salute. It’s the NFL,” Adams wrote. On Saturday, Adams continued to feud with media members by taking aim at the New York Post’s Brian Costello.  Costello called Adams a “phony” and accused the Seahawks safety of being a “bad guy.” Adams took notice of Costello’s comments and responded by saying in part, “I do not care. I do not like you. Never liked you,” in reference to the reporter. Costello primarily covers the Jets, per his bio. Adams has appeared in 8 games this season, recording 44 tackles.  FROM OUTKICK: PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME SEMIFINALISTS INCLUDES TWO FIRST-BALLOT POSSIBILITIES. The Seahawks have dropped the last three games and are 6-6. Seattle is currently in second place in the NFC West. The San Francisco 49ers host the Seahawks on Dec. 10. The Week 14 matchup is critical for the Seahawks as they look to keep their playoff hopes alive.



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