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Tumor samples stored in a basement since the 1950s could hold the key to rise in early-onset colorectal cancer

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Tumor samples stored in a basement since the 1950s could hold the key to rise in early-onset colorectal cancer

Some good news for your gut. Cases of colorectal cancer are steadily rising and showing up in alarming rates in young people, becoming the third-most common cancer in the US. But new research may hold key to explaining the mysterious increase — and it’s a blast from the past. Colorectal cancer cases are rising in … Read more

Dear Abby: My father-in-law is sneaking women into the basement at night

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Dear Abby: My father-in-law is sneaking women into the basement at night

DEAR ABBY: My wife and I are staying with my in-laws while our house undergoes renovations. It’s day three now, and I heard my father-in-law sneak another woman into the basement last night while everyone was asleep. Do I say something and risk getting kicked out or starting a family war? (He’s the sole earner, … Read more

Tourists find ‘cute’ Airbnb room down dingy basement hallway

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Tourists find ‘cute’ Airbnb room down dingy basement hallway

Tourists in Vietnam were pleasantly surprised to find a warm and accommodating Airbnb after walking through a grungy corridor on Oct. 12. Tourist Marey Abigail, who booked the room in Hanoi, was thrilled to find the hidden gem: “The entrance to our Airbnb seemed sketchy but we were very happy when we saw the actual … Read more

Tornado forces frightened bride, groom to seek shelter in hotel basement — here’s what happened next

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Tornado forces frightened bride, groom to seek shelter in hotel basement — here’s what happened next

They were blown away by this act of kindness. A Wisconsin wedding was thrown into turmoil when a tornado tore into town — but a singing stranger saved the day. Newlyweds Alex Schilke and Sarah Hipke were serenaded by Jack Jones at a Lake Geneva resort after their nuptials were derailed by dangerous weather on … Read more

I found a secret room hidden in my basement — I was shocked by its mysterious origins

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I found a secret room hidden in my basement — I was shocked by its mysterious origins

Now this is a chamber of secrets. Mystee Ipong recently stumbled upon a secret, walled-off room in the “creepy basement” of her 200-year-old home, and took to TikTok to crack the mysterious case. It all started when the couple, who had just recently moved into the upstate New York house in June, discovered some sort … Read more

I bought my house sight unseen — it has a basement jail cell

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I bought my house sight unseen — it has a basement jail cell

Talk about house arrest. A TikToker who claims she purchased a 1920s Florida home sight unseen at auction gave viewers a tour of the “creepy and strange” $59,000 abode, which she says once housed inmates in the basement. On the second floor, DIY enthusiast Mallory pointed out outdoor siding and noted all the doors have … Read more

Dave Ramsey warns of the harmful effects of ‘helicopter’ parents: ‘28-year-olds living in their basement’

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Dave Ramsey warns of the harmful effects of ‘helicopter’ parents: ‘28-year-olds living in their basement’

Renowned financial adviser Dave Ramsey has ruffled the feathers of parents nationwide with his old-school solution for young people trying to save money. The online debate began when one set of Texas parents revealed they started charging their 19-year-old daughter rent to live at home – a piece of advice they had taken from Dave Ramsey.  … Read more

Three of NYC’s best new restaurants are trapped in this ugly Midtown basement

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Three of NYC’s best new restaurants are trapped in this ugly Midtown basement

Here’s some good news about the trio of new restaurants now debuting at Rockefeller Center, as part of the art deco landmark’s ongoing — and very welcome — makeover. The food at all three isn’t just good, it’s great. Great as in, oh my God. Great as in, tell your friends now, while they can still get … Read more