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Weight loss surgery is not just for losing weight. Studies show that losing a great deal of weight can help increase one's overall quality of health.
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Patriots owner Robert Kraft made a fan's dream come true Sunday night.
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The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season.
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Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
Three million people have seen a viral social media video of Coffee Milano Cafe customers walking through the door dancing.
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Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
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Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
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