In 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman in the U.S. to earn a medical degree, breaking barriers for women in medicine.
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The FDA bans Red Dye No. 3 in foods, citing cancer link. Already prohibited in the EU, this ban highlights growing concerns over food safety.
NASA astronaut Suni Williams exits the ISS for a spacewalk after a 7-month delay due to Boeing Starliner issues; vital repairs are made alongside Nick Hague.
A polar vortex hit Charlottesville, transforming UVA into a snowy haven, where students embraced the snow-day spirit with snowmen and sledding adventures.
With the Sun in Capricorn quincunx to Mars in Leo, expect tension and rebellious urges. The Moon in Scorpio warns tempers may flare—handle with care.
Congress reauthorizes EDA after 20 years, enabling it to continue driving job growth, disaster recovery, and innovation with $6 billion in investments.
UVA admits 1,200 early decision students amid cheers and happy tears, setting a high bar for the Class of 2029. Early decision apps rose by 11%.
The 14-team playoff model offers byes to top conference champs, reducing the chance for lower-ranked teams to advance, reshaping competition dynamics.
Alexis Ohanian donates largest-ever gift to UVA women’s basketball, boosting recruitment and retention in college athletics' competitive landscape.
Warren Thompson, a UVA alum, transformed his produce-selling roots into Thompson Hospitality, a $1B food service leader, embracing diversity and innovation.