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Jul 03 2025WEATHER

Hot and Dry Days Ahead: What to Expect This Weekend

Weather is changing up its game just before the holiday weekend. After a round of afternoon storms on Wednesday, things are about to get hotter and drier. The good news is less rain. The bad news is more heat. Wednesday is another hot and muggy day. Temperatures will climb near 93 degrees in the af

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Jul 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Irish Thriller Hits US Screens

A gripping Irish crime drama is making its way to US audiences. Amongst The Wolves, directed by Mark O’Connor, will be shown in select US theaters and on digital platforms starting July 11, 2025. This film, which premiered at the 2024 Galway Film Fleadh, has already made waves in Ireland and the UK.

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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

Sweden's Cattle: How Movements Shape Disease Spread

Swedish cattle have been on the move a lot more in recent years. From 2005 to 2022, the number of cattle and farms dropped. But surprisingly, the number of cattle being moved between farms went up. This is important because how cattle move around affects how diseases spread. Researchers used some c

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

Why Are Fewer Black Americans Choosing Epidurals During Labor?

There's a big difference in how often Black Americans and White Americans use epidurals during childbirth. Black Americans are much less likely to choose this pain relief option. Why is this happening? First, let's talk about trust. Many Black Americans have good reasons to be wary of the medical s

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Jul 03 2025BUSINESS

Trash Trouble: Workers Strike, Towns Pile Up

In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Elite Athletes and Jaw Pain: What's the Deal?

Elite athletes push their bodies to the limit, but what about their jaws? A recent study in Germany dug into this, focusing on temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and the use of oral splints among top-tier athletes. TMD is a fancy term for issues with the jaw joint and muscles, causing pain and troubl

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Healthcare Gaps: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed serious gaps in healthcare for older adults across Europe. A recent study dug into this issue, using data from two large surveys conducted in 2020 and 2021. The research focused on older adults who missed out on medical care due to fear of infection, postponed appointme

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Jul 02 2025OPINION

Why Calling Someone Jose or Maria is a Big Deal

In a recent incident, Vice President JD Vance referred to Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose Padilla. " Whether intentional or not, this act carries significant weight. It's not just about getting a name wrong. It's about devaluing the identities of over 65 million Latinos in the U. S. Latinos contribute

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Helping Kids with Hormone Problems in Developing Countries

Many people around the world have hormone issues. These include problems like thyroid trouble and diabetes. About 5% of the global population has these conditions. Another 5% might have them but don't know it yet. These problems are growing, especially in poorer countries. But there isn't much resea

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Power Up with This Versatile Charging Station

Charging stations are becoming more popular as people look for ways to charge multiple devices at once. While many of these stations are designed for Apple users, the Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 charging station stands out because it works with a variety of devices. One of the standout features of this cha

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