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TL/DR - Six out of the eight Republican candidates for the House speaker position voted to decertify the 2020 presidential election following the assault on the U.S. Capitol. The two candidates who voted to certify the election are Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, who is the highest-ranking Republican running for speaker, and Rep. Austin Scott of…

TL/DR - The monoclonal antibody Beyfortus, used to prevent serious lung disease caused by RSV in infants, is in short supply with demand outpacing expectations. The CDC has issued a health advisory recommending available doses be prioritized for high-risk infants including those under 6 months of age and those with underlying conditions. The…

Understanding the Effects of Daily Exercise Once the exercise bug bites, it's tough to slow down. Whether you're ramping up for a race, maintaining momentum in your fitness routine, or just enjoying the endorphin rush, the temptation to exercise daily is real. But have you ever wondered about the impacts of daily workouts on your health and…

TL/DR - Consumers Energy has been granted $100 million in federal funding to support reliability upgrades and strengthen Michigan's electric grid. The funding will help implement the company's "Reliability Roadmap," which aims to reduce the number and duration of power outages in the state, with a specific focus on disadvantaged communities. This…