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Monica Seles reveals battle with rare muscle disease, myasthenia gravis

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Tennis champion Monica Seles is speaking publicly for the first time about her battle with a rare, incurable muscle-weakening disease.

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in “voluntary muscles,” according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes.

Voluntary muscles are the ones that connect to the bones, face, throat and diaphragm. They contract to move the arms and legs and are essential for breathing, swallowing and facial movements.

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“My MG journey over the past five years has not been an easy one,” Seles said in a press release announcing her collaboration with the immunology company argenx. 

“I felt isolated and defeated, as many of the activities I enjoyed were no longer physically possible for me.”

Seles’ partnership with argenx aims to raise awareness and understanding of MG, and to connect those affected with available tools and resources.

Monica Seles has recently spoken out about her diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. (argenx)

What to know about myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is classified as an autoimmune disease, according to Dr. Earnest Lee Murray, a board-certified neurologist at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee.

This means the body’s own defense system attacks the connection between the nerves and muscles.

“I felt isolated and defeated, as many of the activities I enjoyed were no longer physically possible for me.”

“Myasthenia gravis is different from other neuromuscular diseases in that oftentimes, patients’ symptoms fluctuate throughout the day,” Murray told Fox News Digital.

Overall symptoms range from very mild double vision and droopiness of the eyelids to difficulty walking, breathing and swallowing.

Monica Seles speaks publicly about her myasthenia gravis diagnosis

“My MG journey over the past five years has not been an easy one,” Seles said in a press release. (argenx)

“Some patients who start with only mild eye symptoms can progress to more severe symptoms in the first few years of their diagnosis,” the doctor added.

However, some patients only experience eye issues.

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Heat, such as from summer weather or hot showers, can make symptoms worse, according to experts. As physical exertion can also exacerbate symptoms, Murray noted that patients must pace themselves.

Certain health conditions — like COVID-19, the flu or urinary tract infections — can trigger a serious worsening of symptoms, called a “myasthenic crisis,” which often leads to hospitalization for closer respiratory monitoring.

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Overall symptoms range from very mild double vision and droopiness of the eyelids to difficulty with walking, breathing and swallowing. (iStock)

It’s important for patients to let their physicians know they have myasthenia gravis before starting a new medication, Murray said, as some drugs, including antibiotics, can worsen symptoms. 

“If there is a question, patients can always check with their neurologist,” he advised.

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Doctors typically manage MG in two ways. First, they may prescribe a medication like pyridostigmine, which can temporarily reduce muscle weakness, according to Mayo Clinic.

They may also prescribe medications that calm the immune system to stop it from attacking the nerves and muscles.

Doctor examining patient's throat with brain scans behind the pair.

Certain health conditions — like COVID-19, the flu or urinary tract infections — can trigger a serious worsening of symptoms. (iStock)

In the past, this immune suppression was done with steroids like prednisone. Now, there are newer medicines that target the disease more directly. These targeted treatments can work well and may cause fewer side effects, according to Murray.

While MG can be serious, the doctor stressed that it’s not the end of the road. 

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“Most patients live a fairly normal life, both personally and professionally,” he said. “With close management and a neurologist familiar with MG, treatments can be tailored to optimize patients’ quality of life.”

Anyone who experiences occasional double vision, eyelid drooping or weakness that gets worse with fatigue should talk to their doctor about getting tested, Murray recommends. 

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Diagnosis usually involves blood tests, nerve tests and a neurological evaluation.

Symptoms like trouble breathing, swallowing or holding the head up require immediate emergency care, Murray said.

Fox News Digital reached out to Monica Seles requesting comment.

Khloe Quill is a lifestyle production assistant with Fox News Digital. She and the lifestyle team cover a range of story topics including food and drink, travel, and health. 

Shipwreck from 1703 off Kent coast documented in stunning detail by divers

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A preserved shipwreck from 1703 was recently documented in stunning detail for the first time – with experts cautioning that it may not stay this way for very long.

Researchers dove off the coast of Kent, England, to view the wreck of “The Northumberland” last summer. The Stuart-era ship was built in 1679 and sank during the Great Storm of 1703. (See the video at the top of this article.) 

The site was designated a Protected Wreck Site in 1981 — but it hasn’t been seen so clearly until now.

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Officials revealed the results of the dive on July 31, sharing pictures of a shipwreck covered by marine sediment. The sands have aided the survival of the wreck, which is roughly 50 to 65 feet underwater.

The dive was conducted by Historic England, British coastal contractor MSDS Marine and Dan Pascoe, the licensee of the wreck.

“The Northumberland,” a British warship built in 1679, sank off the Kent coast during the Great Storm of 1703. Now, stunning new images have emerged. (Michael Pitts / History Hit; MSDS Marine)

Historic England told Fox News Digital that divers found an extensive hull structure, exposed deck planks and the wooden frame of the ship – which is “much more than previously thought.”

Among the finds were multiple wooden chests – some still containing musketballs – as well as one sealed chest with unknown contents.

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Researchers also came across seven iron cannons, along with copper cauldrons and rope.

Experts cited shifting sands as the main threat to the wreck. 

Hefin Meara, a maritime archaeologist at Historic England, told Fox News Digital the sand on the coast of England is “highly dynamic.”

Diver surveying Northumberland wreck

“The Northumberland” was part of Queen Anne’s Royal Navy — and one of four warships lost in the 1703 storm. (Pascoe Archaeology)

Only the most robust materials, such as anchors and iron cannons, tend to survive.

“The Goodwin Sands provide an excellent environment for the preservation of organic material, such as ship timbers, rope and other objects,” he said.

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“Once the sand cover migrates away from the wreck site, biological and physical processes can cause the wreck to deteriorate very quickly,” he also said. 

“‘The Northumberland’ has so much potential to tell us more about the English Navy and ships of the period.”

He noted that archaeologists will continue focusing on surveying the site instead of removing the artifacts, which could jeopardize the integrity of the site.

Shot of wooden chest underwater, covered with sediment

Archaeologists discovered several wooden chests aboard the wreck — one was sealed, its contents still unknown. (MSDS Marine)

Pascoe noted that “The Northumberland” “has the potential to be one of the best-preserved wooden warships in the U.K.”

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MSDS’s Alison James emphasized the wealth of information that the wreck could provide about the Stuart era.

“‘The Northumberland’ has so much potential to tell us more about the English Navy and ships of the period,” she said. 

Diver touching Northumberland wreck, flashing light on wreck

“‘The Northumberland’ has the potential to be one of the best-preserved wooden warships in the U.K,” said Dan Pascoe, the diver licensed to monitor the wreck. (Michael Pitts / History Hit)

Many historic shipwrecks have been found and documented across the United Kingdom in recent years.

In Feb. 2024, a teenager found an American Revolution warship on a Scottish beach.

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More recently, a former military pilot identified a 19th-century shipwreck in the English Channel.

Multiple sclerosis warning signs may appear years before diagnosis, study finds

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People with multiple sclerosis (MS) may show warning signs long before classic symptoms appear — and mental health concerns could be among the first red flags, according to new research.

A University of British Columbia (UBC) study, published last week in JAMA Network Open, examined the medical records of 2,038 patients with the autoimmune disease and compared them to 10,182 patients without it. 

The researchers found that future MS patients had elevated rates of mental health-related issues, psychiatrist and general practice visits, and complaints of vague symptoms such as fatigue and pain — all as early as 15 years before the onset of clear symptoms.

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“These findings suggest that MS may begin much earlier than previously recognized, with mental health–related issues as early indicators,” the researchers wrote.

MS, which attacks the protective myelin coating around nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, affects about one million adults in the U.S., according to Cleveland Clinic.

Mental health-related issues can be early indicators of multiple sclerosis, the researchers found. (iStock)

While there is no known cause or cure, treatment can help manage symptoms and slow the progression of the disease, which can cause muscle weakness, vision changes, numbness and memory issues.

Previous research has shown that in the five to 10 years leading up to an MS diagnosis, people typically seek medical attention more frequently for headaches, fatigue, sleep disorders, pain, gastrointestinal issues and psychiatric concerns, the researchers wrote.

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The UBC study, however, tracked physician visits in the 25 years leading up to the onset of symptoms in MS patients in British Columbia. 

They found a steady uptick in general practice visits starting 15 years out, followed by more frequent trips to psychiatrists beginning 12 years before symptoms. 

Neurology and ophthalmology visits increased eight to nine years prior, likely due to blurred vision or eye pain, two common early symptoms of MS.

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An early increase in psychiatric visits may indicate the earliest stages of MS-related immune dysregulation, the study suggests. (iStock)

Three to five years before onset, emergency room and radiology visits rose sharply. Across nearly every specialty, physician visits peaked in the year before symptoms began.

Psychiatrist consultations, in particular, skyrocketed 159% before MS onset, and mental health visits increased 76%, according to the research. 

The increase in psychiatric visits may correlate to the earliest stages of MS-related immune dysregulation, as higher levels of certain inflammation-related chemicals and problems with the blood-brain barrier can affect mood, the researchers noted.

Improving outcomes

While most people who experience mental health issues, fatigue and headaches do not develop MS, the researchers said that recognizing and characterizing the “prodromal phase” — the early period marked by subtle symptoms — could speed up diagnosis and improve outcomes.

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“Mental health and psychiatric-related issues may be among the earliest features of the prodromal phase of MS, preceding nervous system-related symptoms and neurologist visits by several years,” senior author Dr. Helen Tremlett, professor of neurology at UBC, told Fox News Digital.

“This suggests that in the future, there may be an opportunity to recognize and manage MS early, maximizing mental health and brain reserve,” she said.

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The findings also open “new avenues for research into early biomarkers, lifestyle factors and other potential triggers that may be at play during this previously overlooked phase of the disease,” the researcher added.

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Early warning signs of MS may emerge more than a decade before classic neurological symptoms, according to experts. (iStock)

Monitoring for early warning signs could also potentially help to detect other brain diseases, like Alzheimer’s or ALS, and ensure early intervention, Tremlett noted.

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Between 2016 and 2021, MS cases increased globally from about 2.2 million to as many as 2.9 million, according to research published in July in the journal Frontiers in Neurology. 

The disease has gained public attention in recent years as celebrities like Selma Blair, Christina Applegate and Montel Williams have shared their experiences of living with MS.

Deirdre Bardolf is a lifestyle writer with Fox News Digital.

Wealthy Americans increasingly seek ‘golden’ visas in three places for freedom of movement

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America’s elite are increasingly seeking “golden” visas.

Canada-based Mohamed Bennis, an associate vice president at Arton Capital, told Fox News Digital that many are realizing “true wealth” is measured by “freedom of movement.”

“Many Americans are realizing that a second residency or citizenship is the ultimate insurance policy against uncertainty,” said Bennis. “It provides them with almost unmatched mobility, flexibility and security in a world that is becoming increasingly unpredictable.”

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He added, “Just as gold has historically been a best-in-class investment as a store of value, these visas are also premium assets that provide their holders — and their families — with both tangible and intangible benefits for the long term.”

Arton Capital advises high-net-worth individuals on the process of investing in citizenship or residency all around the world.

Malta, the UAE and Portugal have been noted as top destinations for Americans pursuing “golden” visas.  (iStock)

Political divisions, said Bennis, have influenced wealthy Americans to weigh their options. They’re not necessarily moving their primary residences — but they might be acquiring the freedom to have another option. 

“[Golden visas] can open doors to privileges that money just can’t buy: freedom of movement, security for your family and access to opportunities around the world,” he said.

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He said that Malta, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Portugal are becoming increasingly popular for Americans seeking residency or citizenship through investment.

“Each option offers its own distinct benefits. All three open the door to new cultures, safer environments and the ability to live life on your own terms.”

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“Each option offers its own distinct benefits. All three open the door to new cultures, safer environments and the ability to live life on your own terms.” (iStock)

“Malta and Portugal offer access to world-class healthcare and education within the EU, often at lower costs than in the U.S. — while the UAE offers a high standard of living, zero income tax and a thriving international community,” he said.

Portugal’s investment program requires prospective visa holders to invest about $500,000 in qualifying investment, venture capital funds, and scientific or technological research.

“Approval is granted to applicants based on their skills and innovation.”

About $250,000 can be invested in cultural heritage preservation, or in creating at least 10 full-time jobs in Portugal, according to the country’s site. 

Bennis said Malta’s program enables more people to access the visas by lowering the barriers. 

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“Malta has recently transitioned from a citizenship-by-investment model to a citizenship-by-merit framework,” he said. 

“This has meant that approval is granted to applicants based on their skills and innovation, rather than just the size of their economic contribution,” he said.

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“Malta has recently transitioned from a citizenship-by-investment model to a citizenship-by-merit framework.” (Piotr Kurzyna)

The UAE has remained a top destination for American clients. Bennis said the emirates offer a “modern crossroads” between the East and the West that’s particularly attractive. 

“Its golden visa popularized the ‘citizenship by merit’ trend that countries such as Malta are now adopting,” he said. 

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“It grants long-term residency rights, typically 5 or 10 years, and is available to investors, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, even outstanding students.”

Bennis added, “The countries with the most smooth and streamlined processes are often the most popular.”

Oregon parents say fitness as discipline teaches self-control, not punishment

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Katie and Dustin Maletich, Oregon parents of four, have gone viral on social media for a parenting moment that’s sparked some debate.

After Dustin’s 9-year-old stepson, Tommy, told his mother to “chill,” he was instructed to do several push-ups and 60 squats as a form of discipline.

The workout was met with a father-son conversation about the tone in which he should be speaking to his mother. Tommy was attentive and apologized to his mom.

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Dustin Maletich, who is a corrections officer at a prison, ended the confrontation with an “I love you” and a hug.

While some praised the stepfather for his approach, others were concerned about using physical exercise as a form of punishment.

Dr. Dyan Hes, pediatrician and medical director at Highline Modern Medicine in New York, reacted to this discipline method in an interview with Fox News Digital, calling it a “ridiculous punishment.”

“If you have ever done 60 squats, you know it is painful, especially in a young prepubescent child,” she said. “Regardless, this is still a form of corporal punishment. Exercise should invoke positive connotations, not negative ones.”

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Educational psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Michele Borba shared a different perspective, stating that the stepfather approached it the “right way” by responding calmly and enforcing a punishment that seemed familiar and doable for the child.

The California-based expert was more concerned about how posting the video online could emotionally impact the child and invoke “public shame.”

In a viral video, a 9-year-old boy was told to do pushups as punishment for telling his mom to “chill.”  (Instagram/@RaisingMaletich)

In an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital, the Maletich family shared that fitness isn’t used as a punishment for their children, but as a method of teaching self-control and emotional regulation. (See the video at the top of the article.)

“It’s never like, ‘We’re punishing you because you were bad,'” Katie Maletich said. “It’s, ‘Hey, let’s help you figure out some better self-control and a better outlet for whatever is going on.’”

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Dustin Maletich added, “We try to have the consequences correlate with the inappropriate behavior. If you demonstrate the inability to control your actions, then by doing physical activity, you’re showing yourself that you are in control of your actions.”

“There are plenty of times that I get frustrated,” he went on. “I can’t lash out at my boss. I can’t yell at somebody. I can’t throw a tantrum. That’s not the way the world works.”

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Katie and Dustin Maletich joined Fox News Digital for an on-camera interview on August 13, 2025. (Angelica Stabile/Fox News Digital)

The couple shared that their oldest daughter, who is 13, chooses to walk or jog if her emotions are feeling out of control, before engaging in a conversation with her parents.

“[Our daughter] said, ‘I don’t want to have a sit-down conversation with you when I’m cranky,’ but when she goes jogging on the treadmill, she said she finds that afterward, she’s able to better communicate her feelings because she’s more centered,” Katie Maletich said.

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“Our kids like working out. They don’t do it every day, but I think overall they enjoy it, because it’s such a central part of our home.”

Fitness is a “positive bonding experience” for the Maletichs, she said. “They feel better, and they voice it afterward … They’re happier, they’re less frustrated. And so, to us, we see that as a win.”

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Fitness is regarded as a “positive bonding experience” for the Maletichs, they shared. (Seaira Skinner Photo)

This approach to discipline can differ for each child and circumstance, the Maletichs shared, which involves “intention and intuition.”

“The biggest thing is just learning to respond as a parent rather than reacting,” Katie said.

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The couple’s approach to parenting is “we’re not raising kids, we’re raising adults,” Dustin shared.

“I think putting more focus on how our kids are going to be able to handle life when they’re adults is more important than figuring out how to make them happy and comfortable right now,” Katie said.

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The couple’s approach to parenting is “we’re not raising kids, we’re raising adults,” Dustin Maletich shared. (Seaira Skinner Photo)

For other parents, Katie noted that physical activity has worked “really well” when followed by “connection and conversation.”

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“That’s a really essential part of this,” she said. “You have to explain it to them afterward and make sure that connection, both emotionally and to the issue and consequence, is there.”

The couple also responded to the backlash they received after posting the video, mentioning that they asked their son for consent before sharing it. He responded with hopes that it would go viral.

Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.

Brain-eating amoeba case at Lake of Ozarks leaves adult hospitalized

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A Missouri resident has been infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba, possibly linked to water-skiing in the Lake of Ozarks.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) confirmed the infection on Wednesday.

The unidentified adult is hospitalized in an intensive care unit and being treated for primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), a deadly infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the brain-eating amoeba.

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No other cases are suspected in the area at this time, the health agency stated in the press release.

While the source of the patient’s exposure has not been confirmed, the DHSS reported that the patient may have been water-skiing in the days leading up to the illness.

A Missouri resident (not pictured) has been infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba, possibly linked to water-skiing in the Lake of Ozarks. (iStock)

“Recreational water users should assume that Naegleria fowleri is present in warm freshwater across the United States; however, infection remains very rare,” the agency stated.

Naegleria fowleri can be a risk when swimming in fresh water, as the amoeba can enter through the nose. 

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The amoeba is most active in the months that the water temperature stays above 77F – July, August and September, according to health officials.

Infection in humans is very rare, with only 167 reported cases of PAM in the U.S. between 1962 and 2024. 

Warning signs to recognize

The initial symptoms of PAM usually begin about five days after exposure, but they can be noticed sooner.

Early signs usually include headache, nausea, fever and/or vomiting, the CDC’s website states.

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The amoeba is most active in the months that the water temperature stays above 77F – July, August and September, according to health officials. (iStock)

As the infection progresses, people may experience confusion, stiff neck, disorientation, hallucinations, seizures and coma.

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“People usually start to feel ill one to 12 days after water exposure,” Tammy Lundstrom, chief medical officer and infectious disease specialist for Trinity Health in Michigan, previously told Fox News Digital. “Early symptoms should prompt a medical evaluation, as they are also signs of bacterial meningitis.”

Death can occur anywhere between one and 18 days of infection, at an average of five days.

Prevention of infection

To prevent potentially fatal infections, health officials recommended taking precautions when swimming in freshwater.

“Hold your nose shut, use nose clips or keep your head above water when taking part in activities in bodies of warm freshwater, especially if you jump or dive into the water,” the Missouri health officials cautioned.

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The unidentified adult is being treated for primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), a deadly infection caused by Naegleria fowleri. (iStock)

Lundstrom reiterated that it’s best to avoid immersing your head in the water when swimming in summer.

“Infection occurs when water harboring the amoeba goes up a person’s nose, usually during swimming,” she previously told Fox News Digital. “It is not known why some people get infected and others, even swimming companions, do not.”

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Drinking contaminated water does not present a risk, and the infection does not spread from one person to another, Lundstrom added.

Because the amoeba is found in soil, the CDC also recommends avoiding stirring up the sediment at the bottom of lakes, ponds and rivers.

Treatment of brain-eating amoebas

When a patient has been diagnosed with a brain-eating amoeba, treatment usually includes a variety of antifungal medications, as well as antibiotics like rifampin and azithromycin, according to Lundstrom. 

Miltefosine, a newer antifungal drug, has been shown to kill Nagleria fowleri in laboratory tests and was used to treat some surviving patients, the CDC states on its website.

“Infection occurs when water harboring the amoeba goes up a person’s nose.”

“However, the effect of all of these drugs on actual infected people is unknown due to the high fatality rate,” Lundstrom noted.

Those who experience sudden headache, fever, stiff neck or vomiting — especially if they have recently been swimming in warm freshwater — should seek immediate medical attention, the CDC recommends.

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Despite the infection’s high fatality rate, Lundstrom emphasized the rarity of cases. 

“Millions of people enjoy swimming every summer, but only a few become infected,” she said.

Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.

Steves & Sons partners with Bot Auto for driverless freight in Texas

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A bold new pilot program is bringing autonomous trucking to the heart of Texas. Steves & Sons, a sixth-generation American door maker, just partnered with autonomous freight startup Bot Auto and logistics giant J.B. Hunt. 

The goal? Launch a real-world test of driverless freight deliveries between San Antonio, Dallas and Houston. That means robots are about to hit some of the country’s busiest shipping lanes, with doors in tow.

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Bot Auto is running disengagement-free routes in Houston, Texas  (Bot Auto)

Steves & Sons partners with Bot Auto for driverless freight

For over 150 years, Steves & Sons has delivered high-quality millwork to builders and homeowners. Now, it’s making history again, this time by modernizing the supply chain. The pilot will use Bot Auto’s driverless trucks to carry freight between manufacturing plants and customers. These are not fantasy test runs. These are real orders, real deliveries and real stakes. J.B. Hunt, which already manages logistics for Steves & Sons, will oversee how autonomous freight fits into their broader transportation system.

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Bot Auto is running disengagement-free routes in Houston, Texas (Bot Auto)

Why autonomous trucking in Texas could reshape freight

More than 70% of U.S. freight moves by truck. Rising costs, driver shortages and tight delivery windows all add pressure. Bot Auto claims its technology can do more than keep up; it can outperform. Its Level 4 autonomy doesn’t need a driver in the cab. That means longer hauls, fewer delays and potentially lower costs. The big takeaway? Autonomy is moving from hype to hardware.

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Bot Auto is running disengagement-free routes in Houston, Texas (Bot Auto)

What this means for you

If you’re in manufacturing, retail or logistics, this pilot is a sign of things to come. Autonomous trucking could soon reduce shipping costs, shrink delivery windows and reshape how supply chains are built. And for consumers? It might mean faster delivery of big-ticket items like doors, furniture or appliances. Steves & Sons is betting that smart logistics will make it even more competitive and more sustainable.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

This move marks more than a tech test; it’s a signal. Steves & Sons, J.B. Hunt and Bot Auto are rethinking what freight delivery can be. They’re putting automation to work in a high-volume, real-world setting that could serve as a model nationwide. Autonomous trucking still has hurdles to clear, including regulation, safety and public trust. But this Texas pilot could be one of the first true benchmarks of commercial viability.

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People who reach 100 accumulate diseases more slowly, research shows

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Living to see 100 is a major feat that has a common thread.

Recent studies of centenarians – people who are in their 100s – have found that they suffer from fewer diseases overall, develop them more slowly and are less likely to experience fatal conditions compared to people who live shorter lives.

One 2024 study from Sweden, published in the journal GeroScience, considered historical data from people over 60 years old born between 1912 and 1922.

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Researchers followed these individuals from 1972 to 2022, considering the age of their death and also medical complications like stroke, myocardial infarction, hip fracture and various cancers.

Centenarians were found to have a lower age-specific lifetime risk for all conditions except hip fractures, which suggests that 100-year-olds are able to delay and avoid many major age-related diseases rather than surviving them.

People who live to 100 are less likely to experience fatal conditions compared to people who live shorter lives, researchers discovered. (iStock)

The findings challenge the idea that a longer life span inevitably leads to higher disease rates, the researchers stated.

Another study in August 2025, conducted by the same researchers and published in The Lancet, looked into how older individuals accumulate and manage health conditions over a lifespan, instead of avoiding them.

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The researchers tracked the health of participants born between 1920 and 1922, comparing the disease trajectories of centenarians to those who did not live as long.

Those 100 and older were found to have fewer diagnosed conditions and also accumulated diseases at a slower rate.

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Centenarians have been found to have fewer diagnosed health conditions and to accumulate diseases more slowly. (iStock)

The researchers found that cardiovascular diseases were the most common diagnoses across all ages, but they contributed less to the overall disease burden among those who made it to 100.

Malignancies, like cancer cells that typically spread, were more largely present in centenarians, while neuropsychiatric conditions, such as anxiety disorders and dementia, were less common.

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People in their 100s were also found to have fewer diseases occurring at the same time and were more likely to have conditions confined to a single disease group.

“Future research should aim to identify genetic, epigenetic and environmental factors underlying these patterns to inform early-life preventive strategies that promote longevity and resilience,” the researchers noted.

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People born in the 1920s avoided harmful food additives and radiation for many years, a gerontologist said. (iStock)

What sets centenarians apart

Dr. Macie P. Smith, a licensed social worker and gerontologist based in South Carolina, said it makes “complete sense” that people who avoid serious illnesses like stroke and heart disease live beyond 100 years old.

People who have reached 100 are considered “traditionalists,” who have typically avoided exposure to harmful elements such as radiation, additives, preservatives and artificial coloring in foods, Smith told Fox News Digital.

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“They also were not exposed to an abundance of modern medicine,” she said. “They relied more on natural remedies and organic foods.”

Modern-day technology and global connections, which were not available to centenarians, could also contribute to stress and other mental health factors, according to Smith.

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Modern-day technology and global connections, which were not available to centenarians, could also contribute to stress and other mental health factors, an expert said. (H. Armstrong Roberts/ClassicStock/Getty Images)

“They had the ability to mind their own business while reducing their stress levels,” she said. “That alone brings about longer life … When you mind other people’s business, you take on other people’s problems, thereby increasing stress levels. This is called vicarious trauma.”

Smith also believes the older generation is more “free-spirited.”

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“They didn’t take on the restrictions that we take on today to look a certain way or be a certain way in public,” she said. “There was a lot less scrutiny back in those days.” 

“Yes, they had their struggles that we don’t see today; however, they just showed up in a different way, and they were handled in a different way.”

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Adopting a healthy lifestyle now will help ward off health complications later, a doctor said. (iStock)

Choosing your path when you’re younger will determine how you live when you’re older, Smith noted, whether it’s independently or dependently, or living on your own or in a community.

Making healthy lifestyle decisions early on can also significantly reduce the risk of complications in the future, which can impact longevity.

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Smith recommends eating a low-fat, low-salt, brain-healthy diet and eliminating processed foods, while managing stress, engaging with family and friends, staying active and getting adequate sleep.

“This will prolong life and improve the quality of life,” she said.

Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.

Border negligence: How Biden lost track of thousands of migrant children

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Around the year 1212, a boy preached to children in France that they should take up the cross and follow him to the Holy Land. Thousands did. None reached Jerusalem. Most gave up before leaving Europe. Others were shipwrecked or sold into slavery in the Islamic caliphate of Tunisia.

Centuries later, the Biden administration’s facilitation of mass illegal entry by unaccompanied alien children (UACs) and releasing them into the hands of unvetted adults has caused misery on an even larger scale.

The seed was planted years earlier. As Lora Ries, a former official with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, wrote, a 2008 law called the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA) created incentives to “entice parents to send their children across the border unaccompanied to receive immigration benefits and gain a foothold in the U.S. so their families could hopefully later follow.”

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In the early 2000s, between 4,800 and 8,200 UACs were encountered at the border per year. After the TVPRA, numbers rose, hitting 68,000 in 2014.

Under Biden, federal agencies became the last leg in an international smuggling business that brought millions of inadmissible aliens to the U.S. from around the world, including 550,000 minors. As expert witness Tara Rodas testified to the House Homeland Security Committee in November 2024, “Criminal sponsors are defrauding the U.S. government by using this government program as a logistical chain in their trafficking operation.”

While illegal alien parents and labor-exploiting employers paid for UACs to get to the U.S. border, it was often our tax dollars that brought them inside the country and delivered them into the hands of barely vetted adult sponsors.

Inadmissible UACs from further than Mexico who try to enter the U.S. illegally become the responsibility of the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR).

Under Biden, children were released to putative sponsors in a matter of days. Verification of the sponsors’ identities was inexcusably lax. HHS released children to sponsors with whom they had no blood relation and allowed adult sponsors to send photos of identification documents rather than come in personally. There was little follow-up to check on the children’s welfare after placement with the sponsors.

A February 2024 HHS inspector general’s report looked at 342 of 16,790 UACs they had released to parents or sponsors in March and April of 2021. In 16% of cases, there was no evidence that required sponsor safety checks had been done. Almost one in five UACs were “released to sponsors with pending FBI fingerprint or State child abuse and neglect registry checks” – and when those results came in, the files were never updated. In a third of the cases, the identification documents the sponsors submitted “contained legibility concerns” – a nice way of saying ORR couldn’t read them properly to confirm they were valid.

What if the sponsors weren’t caring for the children or were exploiting them? No one knew. ORR’s follow-up was in most cases only a phone call.

In 22% of cases HHS examined, “ORR did not conduct timely Safety and Well-Being Follow Up Calls,” and in another 18% of cases they didn’t document those calls in the case files. That was in early 2021 – and the UAC numbers got worse later in the Biden years. As this chart shows, every year from 2021 – 2024 saw more than 100,000 UACs apprehended entering illegally – nearly all of whom would have been released into the U.S.

Under our immigration laws, UACs should be removed unless they are given asylum or other protection. But incredibly, ICE failed to issue Notices to Appear in immigration court to over 291,000 UACs they released between 2019 and 2024, according to the DHS Inspector General. And when they did, more than 43,000 of them never showed up for a hearing.

The New York Times reported that “[m]igrant children have ended up working dangerous industrial jobs in violation of child labor laws across the country — in slaughterhouses, factories, construction sites and elsewhere… Some have been gravely injured or killed.”

Having ended Biden’s catch-and-release at the border, the Trump administration is now repairing the damage done over four years of recklessness and negligence. This means not only arresting, detaining, and deporting adult illegal aliens, but also finding thousands of UACs whom HHS has lost track of. The aim is to return as many children as possible to their parents, ideally back in their home countries. So far, the Trump administration has found 13,000 of the UACs who dropped off the radar.

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Today, ORR is requiring proper identification, with fingerprints, photos, DNA samples, as well as background checks and financial records before they release children. Alien adults in the U.S. who have pending asylum claims – even bogus or fraudulent ones that will ultimately fail – can still pick up their children from ORR and keep custody pending the family’s immigration process. Many don’t, because they aren’t really relatives. Or they fear due process because they are here illegally and haven’t taken even basic steps to try and legalize their status.

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Now that ORR is strictly verifying parent and sponsor identities, the average time children remain in ORR custody has grown from a few weeks to months. That is testament to how weak the vetting standards for sponsors have been for the last four years. Many teens who came to work here leaving their parents abroad are opting to go home rather than stay longer in ORR custody.

Federal law requires the government to “ensure that unaccompanied alien children in the United States are safely repatriated to their country of nationality.” That should be the priority now. Then, Congress needs to close the UAC loopholes in immigration law and return custody responsibility from HHS back to DHS, so that never again will so many children be at risk of serious harm and fall through the cracks of an immigration system spread among too many federal agencies.

Convincing Chase bank phishing scam email targets customers’ personal data

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That bank email in your inbox might look legitimate, but it could be a dangerous scam designed to steal your personal information. We recently received one ourselves, and it’s alarmingly convincing. It warns of an unrecognized device trying to sign in and urges you to “verify your activity” via a provided link. While it appears helpful, this email is anything but safe.

In reality, it’s part of a growing wave of phishing attacks that mimic trusted companies like Chase. These emails are loaded with deceptive links that lead to malware infections, and the consequences can be severe.

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HOW FAKE MICROSOFT ALERTS TRICK YOU INTO PHISHING SCAMS

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Actual bank phishing scam email  (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

How the bank phishing scam email works

This scam starts with what looks like a typical security alert from Chase or another bank. The email claims someone tried to log in from an unknown device. To “protect” your account, it asks you to confirm your identity by clicking a link.

What happens next is where things take a dark turn

Clicking the link launches a fake webpage designed to distract you while a hidden file quietly runs in the background. This file is often an HTA file, a type of HTML application commonly used to deliver malware. It then drops a DLL file onto your computer, essentially a backdoor that opens your system to hackers.

From there, the malware uses a technique called Reflective DLL Injection to inject malicious code directly into your browser’s memory. This allows attackers to:

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  • Monitor your keystrokes
  • Steal login credentials and credit card numbers
  • Gain access to your accounts
  • Create long-term backdoors on your system

This scam isn’t just trying to scare you; it’s designed to take full control.

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Scam phishing email   (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Signs you’re looking at a bank phishing scam email

Scammers rely on urgency and fear to prompt you into quick action. Here’s how to recognize a phishing attempt like this:

  • Check the sender’s email address: Hover over the sender’s name to see the actual email address. In our case, “JP Morgan” was linked to a Gmail address, a clear red flag. Legitimate companies don’t use personal email services like Gmail or Yahoo for official communication.

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Actual bank phishing scam email  (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • Unusual language or grammar: Scammers often use awkward phrasing or capitalization errors like “Security access your accounts.”
  • Generic greetings: Real banks usually use your name. Scams often begin with “Dear Customer.”
  • Suspicious links: Hover over any link to see the actual URL. If it looks off, don’t click.
  • Unexpected requests: If the email urges immediate action, especially involving account access, take a step back.

Tips to stay safe from bank phishing scam emails

You don’t need to be a tech expert to avoid falling for phishing scams. A few simple habits can go a long way in protecting your identity, finances and devices. Here are some essential steps anyone can follow:

1. Avoid clicking suspicious links and use strong antivirus software

Never click on links in unsolicited emails. Instead, type the official website URL into your browser or use the company’s verified app. The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe.

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2. Use two-factor authentication (2FA)

Enable two-factor or multi-factor authentication on all sensitive accounts. This adds an extra layer of security, making it harder for hackers to break in.

3. Use a personal data removal service

These services help you remove your personal information from data broker sites that scammers may use to craft convincing phishing attacks. While no service promises to remove all your data from the internet, having a removal service is great if you want to constantly monitor and automate the process of removing your information from hundreds of sites continuously over a longer period of time. 

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4. Strengthen passwords with a password manager

A trusted password manager helps you create strong, unique passwords for every site and stores them securely so you don’t have to remember them all.

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5. Keep your software updated

Regularly update your operating system, browser and all apps to close security gaps that hackers often exploit. Many phishing attacks rely on outdated software to launch malware, so turning on automatic updates is one of the easiest ways to stay protected.

6. Pause and verify urgency

If an email pushes urgency, like a locked account or an unfamiliar login, slow down. Contact the company directly using a number or email from its official website.

7. Review email senders carefully

Always hover over the sender’s name to check the actual email address. If it ends in something like @gmail.com and claims to be from a major bank, it’s likely fake.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Phishing scams like this Chase bank email are getting harder to spot. They look professional, include real logos and mimic the tone of official messages. But with a few safety habits, you can protect yourself from even the most convincing attempts.

Would you click the link without thinking, or would you pause and investigate? Let us know how you handle suspicious emails and whether you’ve seen scams like this in your inbox lately by writing to us at Cyberguy.com/Contact

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Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on “FOX & Friends.” Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.



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