Life news summaries — Page 15

Essential facts and source links for recent life stories.

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   Newsweek2026-09-22

   Genomic sequencing tops potential cuts in CMS's draft 2027 Medicare lab rates

   CMS released preliminary 2027 Medicare lab rates, showing potential cuts of 23% for genomic sequencing and 22% for molecular pathology. Most beneficiaries’ out-of-pocket costs for covered tests would not change directly; final rates are expected in November.
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   Los Angeles Times2026-09-22

   Authorities say former Fox Business producer Jennifer Eckhart died by suicide at 36

   Jennifer Eckhart, a former Fox Business producer and mental health activist, died by suicide Saturday at 36, authorities said. She sued former Fox News anchor Ed Henry for sexual assault in 2020; her lawyer said an appeals court upheld Fox News’ removal from the suit.
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   Good Housekeeping2026-09-22

   Reported DWTS pay starts at $125,000 and could reach $360,000

   Celebrities on “Dancing With the Stars” reportedly start at $125,000, based on a 2019 report, though pay may have changed. Bonuses for advancing could bring an 11-week season’s total to a reported $360,000.
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   Marie Claire US2026-09-22

   Princess Diana and Charlotte both objected to their fathers’ beards

   Charles Spencer writes that young Princess Diana told her father, John Spencer, “Take that thing off!” after he returned from Turkey with a reddish beard. Decades later, Princess Charlotte cried over William’s beard; he shaved it, then won her over.
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   Entertainment Weekly2026-09-22

   Taylor Swift schedules ‘Patient Zero’ single for Sept. 25

   Taylor Swift announced on Instagram that her new single “Patient Zero” will be released Sept. 25. The track is available to preorder on her website for 24 hours; the announcement came a week after her clue-filled “Law & Order: SVU” Emmys skit.
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   TODAY2026-09-22

   A Kentucky mom’s $16.77 receipt sparks debate over caramel apple prices

   After Heather VanHoose posted a $16.77 receipt for a Sweet Oaks Bakery caramel apple, thousands debated its price. The Paintsville, Kentucky, bakery charges $15 plus tax and a card fee; founder Lydia Johnson says about $10.50 goes to production, leaving roughly $4.50 profit.
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   Good Housekeeping2026-09-22

   The Voice’s season 30 panel has four coaches, with Reba McEntire absent

   Reba McEntire is not among The Voice’s season 30 coaches; Kelly Clarkson, Riley Green, Queen Latifah and Adam Levine fill the panel. The article suggests her sitcom Happy’s Place may be a factor as it gears up for season 3, but gives no confirmed reason.
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   FOX News2026-09-22

   Officials report possible measles exposure at Philadelphia airport

   Officials reported possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, where a person with measles passed through without leaving. It involved terminals B and F and connecting areas in C, D and E, from 7:45 p.m. Sept. 13 to 12:05 a.m. Sept. 14.
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   Billboard2026-09-22

   Fat Joe says his ‘New York’ verse was not aimed at 50 Cent

   Fat Joe said on Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda’s podcast Monday that he did not diss 50 Cent on Ja Rule’s 2004 song “New York,” and reiterated that the former rivals have no problems. 50 responded to the track with “Piggy Bank” in 2005.
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    Bravo2026-09-22

    After release, Steve McBee Sr. marks son Steven Jr.’s 33rd birthday

    Steve McBee Sr. marked son Steven Jr.’s 33rd birthday on Sept. 21 with a childhood fishing photo and a message thanking God for him. The tribute came 10 days after Sr.’s Sept. 11 release from prison; Jr. has since shared photos of them together with family on the farm.