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Dec 10 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Leadership at ATG Entertainment: Lori Hotz Becomes North American CEO, Kristin Caskey Promoted

Lori Hotz, a prominent figure in the art industry, has been appointed as the new North American CEO of ATG Entertainment. This company is known for managing iconic venues across the UK, the US, and Germany, and hosting over 15, 000 live performances each year. Hotz previously founded Lobus, an asset

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Dec 09 2024HEALTH

Spotting Drug Issues at Pharmacy INR Checks

Warfarin, an old but still widely used blood thinner, is usually managed by family doctors through lab tests in Canada. But in Nova Scotia, community pharmacists are taking a different approach called CPAMS. They're doing point-of-care INR tests and managing warfarin therapy. This isn't just about t

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Boxing Champ Artur Beterbiev: Not a Fan of the Sport, but Still a Legend

Artur Beterbiev, a 39-year-old Russian-Canadian boxer, is the undisputed light heavyweight champion. He's not your typical sports fanatic. In an interview, he admitted he doesn't really enjoy boxing. "It's like a job to me, " he said. Yet, he's one of the best. Beterbiev will face fellow countryman

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Dec 09 2024HEALTH

An Unusual Pregnancy Location after Fertility Treatment: A Real-Life Story

Imagine finding out your baby is growing in a very unusual place. That's exactly what happened to a 31-year-old woman after she went through fertility treatment. She had a kind of pregnancy called a cornual pregnancy, where the embryo grows in the upper part of the uterus instead of the usual lower

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Dec 09 2024CRIME

Unraveling the Mystery: Why Some People Choose Extremism

Have you ever wondered why some people turn to violent extremism? Experts have been puzzled by this question for a long time. One tool they use is called Structured Professional Judgement (SPJ), which helps figure out what makes someone more or less likely to engage in extreme behavior. However, the

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Dec 09 2024HEALTH

Handling Type 2 Diabetes: The Effects of Coping Strategies on Mental Health and Treatment

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a long-term health condition that many people deal with daily. It's common for those with T2D to experience poor mental wellbeing and struggle with sticking to their treatments, especially when they're feeling stressed. Coping mechanisms can help manage this stress, but not

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Dec 08 2024HEALTH

Managing Pain in Cystic Fibrosis: Expert Guidelines for Better Care

Living with cystic fibrosis (CF) can be tough, but it doesn't have to be so painful. From birth, many people with CF deal with both disease-related pain and pain from medical procedures. This pain can really affect their health, daily activities, and overall happiness. Surprisingly, there aren't any

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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Catch Jupiter's Brightest Night and a Meteor Shower this Weekend

Get ready for a celestial show! This weekend, Jupiter will be at its brightest all year, visible all night long. It's like Earth is playing tag with Jupiter, as our planet swings between Jupiter and the sun. If you have binoculars or a telescope, you might even spot Jupiter's four biggest moons name

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Dec 07 2024HEALTH

Holiday Eating: How to Enjoy Without Overindulging

Holiday seasons can be tough on our eating habits. Between stress from shopping, family visits, and changing weather, it's easy to turn to comfort foods like Ben & Jerry’s. But experts warn that mindless eating can lead to long-term health issues. Studies show that holiday weight often sticks around

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Dec 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Portnoy's Ex Still Has Bank Access: A Unique Post-Split Arrangement

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has a financial arrangement with his ex-wife, Renee, that might surprise many. Despite their split seven years ago, she still has access to his $150 million fortune through a joint bank account. Portnoy explained that he trusts her implicitly and wants to share t

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