Kombucha tea craze grows as health fad sweeps country
Fungal Kombucha tea spreads fast from Berryville to Manhattan as believers tout cures from cataracts to mood boosting. Scientists warn of no proven benefits and potential contamination. FDA studying safety while media coverage drives demand and inquiries. Kenneth Sikorsky credits remarkable relief from multiple ailments after steeping the tea, while experts urge caution.
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Wayne Newton to perform 241 Branson shows this year
Branson, Mo. Newton returns to the Ozarks after a 1993 contract dispute and bankruptcy case. He will perform 241 shows from May to December at the former Five Star Theatre, now the Wayne Newton Theatre, while also maintaining Las Vegas engagements. A federal lawsuit remains pending over the original contract.
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