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Westmoreland Finishes Second at SWAC West Regional, Leads Alabama A&M Bowling Effort

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Speakin’ Out News Sports Desk HUMBLE, Texas — Alabama A&M University bowler Michele Westmoreland delivered a standout performance at the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) West Regional, finishing second overall and leading the Bulldogs during competition at AMF Diamond Lanes. […]

Study: Smoking Linked to Nearly Half of Deaths From Certain Cancers

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Speakin’ Out News Staff Smoking remains one of the most dangerous and preventable threats to public health, and new research is reinforcing just how deadly the habit can be. A study published today in JAMA […]

Alabama Health Officials Warn New Flu Variant Driving Local Surge

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Speakin’ Out News Staff MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As Alabama moves deeper into the 2025–2026 winter respiratory illness season, state health officials report that influenza, particularly a new H3N2 subclade K variant, is fueling a surge in […]

FDA Misses Deadline to Ban Formaldehyde in Hair Straighteners, Raising Health Concerns

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Speakin’ Out News Staff The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has once again missed its deadline to propose a ban on formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in hair-straightening products, despite mounting evidence linking the chemicals […]

Sweet Dreams: Bedtime Snacks That Won’t Spike Blood Sugar

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As more Americans focus on improving sleep quality and managing blood sugar levels, health experts say what you eat before bed can make a significant difference. Late-night snacking is common, particularly for […]

Doctors Warn: 5 Reasons to Skip Popular Liver Detox Programs

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Staff Writer As liver detox programs gain popularity on social media and wellness platforms, medical experts are cautioning the public against falling for what they describe as misleading and potentially harmful health trends. Marketed […]

Sweet treat takeover: Athens Chocolate Walk returns for 13th year

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Chocolate lovers will once again have a reason to stroll through downtown Athens as Athens Main Street hosts its 13th Annual Chocolate Walk on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. The popular, self-guided event […]

Mobile activists plan symbolic funeral to confront gun violence after teen shooting

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS One week after a Mobile teenager was shot in front of Murphy High School, advocates are mobilizing the community to confront gun violence and promote healing. On Monday, Jan. 19, The […]

Oceania Cruises moves to adults-only policy as demand grows for kid-free travel

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A popular luxury cruise brand is officially going adults-only. Oceania Cruises has implemented a new policy requiring all guests to be at least 18 years old, a change that took effect […]

Cute, clever — and causing outages: Huntsville Utilities’ complicated relationship with squirrels

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As National Squirrel Appreciation Day is observed Jan. 21, Huntsville Utilities is reflecting on a relationship that is equal parts amusing and challenging. Nationwide, squirrels are responsible for an estimated 7,000 power […]