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Rep. John Katko speaks at a news conference where he introduced legislation to change New York's bail reform law. Standing next to Katko is the family of Connie Touri, who was killed in her Syracuse apartment by a woman who had been released on bail soon before killing Touri. Photo courtesy of WRVO News.

Proposed legislation would change New York's bail reform law, but not scrap it

This doesn’t get rid of bail reform, said Congressman Katko, but gives more power to judges to consider this dangerousness concept when considering bail.

A view of the latest finding in Pompeii, Italy. Archeologists, excavating a villa amid the ruins of the 79 A.D. volcanic eruption, have discovered a room that served as both a dormitory and storage area, which officials said Saturday offered “a very rare insight the daily life of slaves.” Italy’s culture minister, Dario Franceschini, said the find was “an important discovery that enriches the knowledge of the daily life of ancient Pompeiians, in particular the level of society still little known.”

How did the enslaved workers of Pompeii live? A new discovery provides a rare glimpse

Archaeologists working to uncover a wealthy villa on the outskirts of the ancient city have found a dormitory for workers, providing important insight into daily life.

M.J. Eberhart, 83, arrives on the summit of Mount Hayes on the Appalachian Trail, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Gorham, New Hampshire. Eberhart, who goes by the trail name of Nimblewill Nomad, is the oldest person to hike the entire 2,193-mile Appalachian Trail. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

'Nimblewill Nomad,' 83, is the oldest to hike the Appalachian Trail

M.J. Eberhart, who goes by the trail name of Nimblewill Nomad, hiked the entire 2,193-mile trail. Eberhart finds a sense of calm in the company of the tight-knit and diverse hiking community.

'Nimblewill Nomad,' 83, is the oldest to hike the Appalachian Trail

M.J. Eberhart, who goes by the trail name of Nimblewill Nomad, hiked the entire 2,193-mile trail. Eberhart finds a sense of calm in the company of the tight-knit and diverse hiking community.

A broken toilet on SpaceX capsule means astronauts will return to Earth in diapers

NASA astronaut Megan McArthur called the situation "sub-optimal," but says the crew's four astronauts are "prepared to deal with it." They will return home after spending nearly 200 days in space.

Strict mandate takes effect in LA. Business patrons must show proof of vaccination

Los Angeles is among a growing number of cities across the U.S., including San Francisco and New York City, requiring people show proof of vaccination to enter various types of businesses and venues.

Alzheimer's disease. Illustration of amyloid plaques amongst neurons and neurofibrillary tangles inside neurons. Amyloid plaques are characteristic features of Alzheimer's disease. They lead to degeneration of the affected neurons, which are destroyed through the activity of microglia cells.

Cost and controversy are limiting use of new Alzheimer's drug

A new Alzheimer's drug isn't reaching many patients. Doctors say reasons include its high cost, and lingering questions about its effectiveness.

FILE - Passengers walk through Salt Lake City International Airport in Salt Lake City, Oct. 27, 2020. More than a year and a half after COVID-19 concerns prompted the U.S. to close its borders to international travelers from countries including Brazil, China, India, South Africa, the United Kingdom and much of Europe, restrictions are shifting to focus on vaccine status. Beginning Monday, bans on travel from specific countries are over. The U.S. will allow in international travelers, but they must be vaccinated — with a few exceptions. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

The U.S. lifts the pandemic travel ban and opens the doors to international visitors

Starting Monday, the U.S. begins accepting fully vaccinated travelers at airports and land borders, doing away with a COVID-19 restriction that dates back to the Trump administration.

PHOTO EMBARGOED FOR USE UNTIL 9 AM PT ON WEDNESDAY 11/03/21. Dopesick -- “Hammer the Abusers” - Episode 106 -- Richard Sackler faces a catastrophic challenge to Purdue’s bottom line, Bridget takes her fight to the FDA, Finnix reassesses his life as Betsy struggles to kick her addiction, and Rick and Randy find a bombshell piece of evidence. Bridget Meyer (Rosario Dawson), shown. (Photo by: Gene Page/Hulu)

Is 'Dopesick' a true story? Experts and the show's creators sort fact from fiction

NPR addiction correspondent Brian Mann and TV critic Eric Deggans joined Dopesick author Beth Macy and showrunner Danny Strong to discuss the inspiration for the show and just how real it is.

HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 07: Candles are seen outside of the canceled Astroworld festival at NRG Park on November 7, 2021 in Houston, Texas. According to authorities, eight people died and 17 people were transported to local hospitals after what was described as a crowd surge at the Astroworld festival, a music festival started by Houston-native rapper and musician Travis Scott in 2018. (Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images)

What we have learned 3 days after the Astroworld Festival tragedy

After Friday night's Astroworld Festival turned deadly, details are emerging about the chaotic crowd and possible failures of organizers to promptly address crowd surging.

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