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Nov 04 2025BUSINESS

Making Workplaces Fair: Upcoming Books on Inclusion and DEI

In 2025, many leaders and HR professionals faced tough challenges. They had to navigate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Even with pushback, employees still support these initiatives. Looking ahead, four new books in 2026 will offer guidance on workplace inclusion. One book,

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Hip Fractures: How Local Numbing Can Help

Older adults often face hip fractures, a serious issue that needs careful attention. When these patients undergo surgery, managing pain and avoiding confusion afterward are big concerns. Doctors have a tool called regional anesthesia (RA) that can help. RA is not always used, even though it is recom

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Unraveling Lupus: Nepal's Hidden Health Mystery

Lupus is a tricky disease that confuses the body's defense system. In Nepal, doctors have spotted that many people with lupus also have blood problems. Anemia, a condition where the body lacks enough healthy red blood cells, is the most common issue. This isn't just happening in Nepal. It's a wides

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

A Sandwich Toss That Sparked a Trial

In the nation's capital, a simple act of throwing a sandwich has turned into a significant legal battle. Sean Charles Dunn, a former Justice Department employee, is now facing trial for hurling a sandwich at a Customs and Border Protection agent. This incident, captured on video, quickly went viral

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

Food Aid in Jeopardy: Partial Benefits on the Horizon

The federal government has decided to use backup funds to provide half of the usual food assistance benefits for November. This move comes as a result of the ongoing government shutdown, which has left the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) without its regular funding. The Department

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Sleep Aid Alert: Melatonin's Hidden Heart Risks

Sleep troubles are common, with over 30% of people in Pennsylvania not getting enough shut-eye. Many turn to melatonin, a popular sleep supplement, for relief. But new research from the American Heart Association suggests that long-term melatonin use might not be as safe as once thought. The study,

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Nov 04 2025CRYPTO

The Future of Crypto: A New Vision for America

David Sacks, President Trump’s advisor on crypto and AI, has a clear vision: he wants America to lead the world in digital innovation, with crypto at the forefront. He believes that clear rules are essential for this to happen. Sacks has been vocal about the need for the U. S. to set up proper regu

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

Signs of Hope in the U. S. Government Shutdown Stalemate

After 34 long days, there's a glimmer of hope in the U. S. government shutdown. Both Senate Republicans and Democrats are talking about a possible way out. This shutdown has hit hard. Low-income families are struggling with food stamp cuts. Soldiers aren't getting paid. Airports are working with les

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Keeping Minds Sharp: A Simple Way to Help Older Adults

Older adults who are at risk of dementia can benefit from a structured lifestyle program. This program, which is more organized than doing things on their own, has been shown to improve brain function over two years. The program focuses on healthy habits. It includes things like eating well, stayin

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

How Relationships Shape Our Minds: A New Look at Psychoanalysis

Psychoanalysis has changed a lot over time. At first, Freud focused on drives and fantasies. But later, others thought that relationships between people are more important. They kept some of Freud's ideas, like transference and the unconscious. But they added new things, like how culture, class, and

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