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At least 24 people are dead and about 92,000 people are under evacuation orders, while nine people have been charged with looting. Look back on the day's events in our live blog.

Low back pain is a widespread ailment impacting millions globally. The primary reasons behind this health condition can differ and include inadequate body posture, physical injury, or muscle tension.

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Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a ...

The average cost of braces is $5,991 for the whole process. That's about $250 per month for 24 months. If you don't have insurance, metal or ceramic braces usually cost between $2,750 and $7,000. The ...

A knee brace is a medical device that supports and stabilizes the knee joint, which can help with knee pain and aid recovery after an injury or surgery. They are made out of a variety of materials and ...