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3 days ago
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Man arrested after multiple people assaulted during Charlottesville church service
Police arrested a man after he reportedly interrupted a service in Charlottesville and began assaulting churchgoers. The incident took place on July 27 at Saint Paul's Memorial Church, located at 1701 University Avenue. At about 9:45 a.m., police responded to a report of an assault in progress during a service at the church after a man reportedly stood up and began assaulting multiple members of the congregation, a press release said. No serious injuries were sustained during the incident. Attendees restrained the man until police arrived. He was taken into custody without further incident, the release said. Phillip Salkowe, no age or address listed, was charged with seven counts of misdemeanor assault and battery. 'We are thankful for the brave actions of the congregants who intervened quickly to prevent more serious injuries," said Chief Michael Kochis of the Charlottesville Police Department. More: Emma Whitesell opens esthetician studio in downtown Staunton More: Ex-teacher's aide, charged in Augusta County with sexual assault, facing more allegations More: Two Waynesboro police officers indicted amid allegations they assaulted fellow cop Brad Zinn is the cops, courts and breaking news reporter at The News Leader. Have a news tip? Or something that needs investigating? You can email reporter Brad Zinn (he/him) at bzinn@ You can also follow him on X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Staunton News Leader: Man arrested after several people assaulted at Charlottesville church
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4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Billy Joel Reveals The Trump Remark That Made Him Get Political On Stage
Billy Joel confessed in a new series about his life that he has 'never liked getting political onstage.' However, the singer shared one particular Trump moment that inspired him to express his views. 'Sometimes there are things that happen and you can't just look away,' Joel said in part two of his HBO documentary, 'Billy Joel: And So It Goes,' according to Entertainment Weekly. Joel said he took action after seeing white nationalists marching in the streets in Charlottesville, Virginia, for the 'Unite the Right' rally, and comments that Trump made after a man drove his car into a crowd and killed a protester. 'I was angry,' Joel said of watching the demonstration. 'Here they are marching through an American city saying, 'Jews will not replace us.' We fought a war to defeat these people!' 'And when Trump comes out and says, 'There were very fine people on both sides,'' the 'Uptown Girl' singer recalled. 'He should've come out and said, 'Those are bad people.' There is no qualifying it. The Nazis are not good people. Period.' To protest Trump's comments, Joel said that he added a Star of David to his outfit when he performed at Madison Square Garden following the march. 'I had to do something, but I didn't want to get up on a soap box on stage and say, 'This is wrong,'' he said. 'So I wore the star. But basically to say, no matter what, I will always be a Jew.' Joel has previously spoken out about Trump's comments, telling CBS News back in 2018 that he 'had to do something that night' he performed. 'It really enraged me, actually,' Joel said at the time. 'My old man, his family got wiped out. They were slaughtered in Auschwitz. Him and his parents were able to get out. But then he was in the U.S. Army during the war and fought with Patton and was shot at by Nazis. My family suffered. And I think I actually have a right to do that.' Related... Billy Joel Speaks Up About Brain Disorder For The First Time Billy Joel Cancels Upcoming Tour Amid Lingering Health Issues Christie Brinkley Shows Ex Billy Joel Love As Health Puts His Tour On Pause
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21-07-2025
- Health
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Scientists Discovered a New Alzheimer's Warning Sign—and It Has to Do With Your Sleep
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Alzheimer's disease is a devastating condition that impacts millions of families around the world. But scientists are still trying to pinpoint the elements that go into why some people develop Alzheimer's disease and others don't. Now, a new study suggests that your sleep patterns may play a role. The study, which was published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia, specifically looked at the relationship between REM sleep and Alzheimer's disease. But what's the link between the two and, more importantly, how can you use this information to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease? A neurologist explains. Meet the expert: W. Christopher Winter, MD, a neurologist and sleep medicine physician with Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine and host of the podcast. What did the study find? For the study, researchers looked at how long it took 123 people to reach rapid eye movement (REM) sleep for the first time after falling asleep, as well as several biomarkers linked to Alzheimer's disease. (REM sleep is a stage of sleep where your eyes move quickly and you dream, per the Cleveland Clinic. It's important for learning and memory, too.) Of the participants, 64 had Alzheimer's disease and 41 had mild cognitive impairment, while the others had normal cognitive function. All of the participants did a sleep study, as well as scans for biomarkers that indicated Alzheimer's. The researchers discovered that people who took longer to get to the REM stage of sleep were more likely to have biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease. Is there a relationship between sleep and Alzheimer's? The relationship between sleep and Alzheimer's disease is still being explored. The Alzheimer's Society notes that people living with dementia tend to have sleep issues, but the evidence is currently unclear on whether poor sleep is a risk factor for the disease. However, some research suggests that poor sleep could raise your risk of Alzheimer's. A study published in November found that 35 percent of people who were considered poor sleepers (and felt excessively tired during the day as a result) went on to develop motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR), which is considered a precursor to dementia. 'Poor sleep quality has been linked to Alzheimer's disease,' says W. Christopher Winter, MD, a neurologist and sleep medicine physician with Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine and host of the podcast. 'Conversely, individuals who sleep well, and get consistent amounts of sleep on a consistent schedule, seem to reduce their risk of cognitive impairment.' Can a lack of REM sleep increase my risk of Alzheimer's? It's hard to say for sure at this point. While the researchers concluded that more studies are needed, they also said a slower movement to REM sleep could serve as a 'potential marker' for Alzheimer's disease. Given that good sleep is linked to good overall health, it can't hurt to try to improve your sleep. How can I get more REM sleep? Most people go through four to six sleep cycles a night, and REM sleep is part of that. Unfortunately, you can't dictate the stages of sleep you enter and when. What you can do is try to focus on getting good sleep, period. Winter offers up these tips to help support good sleep: Have a set bedtime and wake time, and do your best to stick to it. Limit alcohol and caffeine, especially avoiding caffeine later in the day. Try to be physically active, and aim to work out in the mornings to support your body's natural sleep/wake cycle. Create a good, consistent bedtime routine that helps you wind down for the evening. Be wary of sleep aids. 'Ironically, some sleep aids affect REM sleep,' Winter says. How can I reduce my risk of Alzheimer's? Researchers don't know exactly what causes Alzheimer's disease and dementia, making it tough to know for sure how to prevent it. But the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends doing these things to help lower your risk: Be physically active Try to prevent or manage diabetes Manage your blood pressure Try to prevent or correct hearing loss Try to limit or avoid drinking alcohol Try to limit or avoid smoking If you're struggling with sleep, Winter says it's important to consult with a healthcare professional sooner rather than later. They should be able to do a sleep study—which can give you more information on what's behind your sleep issues—and make personalized recommendations from there. You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50 Solve the daily Crossword
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17-07-2025
- Politics
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Neo-Nazi podcaster Fuentes calls MAGA a 'scam' following Epstein 'cover-up'
Neo-Nazi podcaster Nick Fuentes is the latest far-right media star to turn on President Donald Trump over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. Fuentes is a long-time Trump supporter, known for his racist, sexist, and antisemitic views and for participating in the 2017 Charlottesville white supremacist march. In the wake of Trump's November 2024 election win, Fuentes was condemned for a post on X where he wrote, 'Your body, my choice. Forever.' Speaking on his 'America First' podcast on Thursday, an outraged Fuentes raged at the president's 'Epstein cover-up' and leveled personal attacks at Trump. 'F**k you. F**k you,' Fuentes said. 'You suck. You are fat. You are a joke. You are stupid. You are not funny. You are not as smart as you think you are.' While he once had dinner with Trump at Mar-a-lago, Fuentes' relationship with the president seems to have soured over Epstein. 'This just goes to show this entire thing has been a scam. When we look back on the history of populism in America, we are going to look back on the MAGA movement as the biggest scam in American history, and the liberals were right. The MAGA supporters were had. They were,' Fuentes it's any consolation to Trump's disappointed followers, the feeling appears to be mutual. In a post on Truth Social earlier this week, Trump raged against supporters who were hung up on Epstein. Trump called the story around the late sex trafficker a 'hoax' and said that people who still believs there's more to the story are 'weaklings.' 'My PAST supporters have bought into this 'bulls**t,' hook, line, and sinker,' Trump wrote. 'Let these weaklings continue forward and do the Democrats work, don't even think about talking of our incredible and unprecedented success, because I don't want their support anymore!' Before taking to his podcast, Fuentes responded to Trump's tirade with a simple, 'Lol.' The post Neo-Nazi podcaster Fuentes calls MAGA a 'scam' following Epstein 'cover-up' appeared first on
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11-07-2025
- Sport
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Virginia Cavaliers begin Summer training under new coach Ryan Odom
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WFXR) – The Virginia Cavaliers are in Summer preparation under newly appointed head coach Ryan Odom, following his March arrival to take over the program. Odom, who brings a fresh approach from his time at VCU and a rich history with Virginia, addressed the media today, outlining the team's key offseason priorities. Advertisement 'What I've tried to do over the years, and it has changed some, is to try to give them a lot,' said Odom. 'See what they can digest, and then when you get back in August, you really hone in on the details. We are not going to become a well-oiled machine on offense of the summer. What you give them an opportunity to do is make mistakes without fear.' The team is focused on building chemistry and establishing a new identity with several new faces on the roster, and returning talent all try to blend in. Odom says the coaching staff is still working to finalize the roster and find the right combinations on the court. 'It's been a lot of fun,' said graduate student guard Dallin Hall. 'It's been a lot of getting to know each other on and off the court. Learning how each other play and different styles, and then just taking the time off the court to have fun together. I think that is super important. We got guys coming from all over from different styles and different backgrounds, so we understand that the faster we can build team chemistry, the better it is going to be for our team.' Advertisement As the summer continues, all eyes are on how quickly Odom's Cavaliers can gel and what identity will emerge under his leadership. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WFXRtv.
