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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

Social Media Giants Face School Mental Health Lawsuits

School districts in the US have launched lawsuits against social media giants like Meta, Google, TikTok, and Snap, accusing their platforms of contributing to a mental health crisis among students. The focus is on the 'addictive' nature of these apps, with features such as the 'like' button allegedl

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Oct 24 2024LIFESTYLE

Dating Apps: What Men Say That Pushes Women Away

Life has been tough lately. Juggling work, kids, and personal health can get really overwhelming. But when it comes to dating, one thing that really irks many women is when men expect them to be something they're not. After a divorce and raising kids into their teens, a woman finds herself in a plac

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Oct 23 2024SPORTS

Khamzat Chimaev: A New Outlook on Health and Fighting

Khamzat Chimaev, also known as 'Borz', has been vocal about his health struggles that affected previous fights, including his match with Kamaru Usman. While some people poked fun at his illness, UFC CEO Dana White supported him. Since then, Chimaev has changed his training methods to avoid overworki

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Oct 23 2024CELEBRITIES

Dating a Celebrity: Is It Worth the Struggle?

Brianna LaPaglia, known online as Chickenfry, recently opened up about the challenges of dating a celebrity. Before her split with country singer Zach Bryan, she admitted that being involved with a famous person can take a toll on your mental health. During an episode of the “Talk Tuah with Haliey W

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Platte County Voters Decide on Youth Mental Health Tax

In November, residents of Platte County, Missouri, have a big choice to make. They'll vote on whether to add a small sales tax to help children and teens with their mental health. The idea started because there aren't enough mental health services in the county for the number of kids who need them.

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Pop Star's Death: Drugs Found in System

Last week, former One Direction member, Liam Payne, sadly died after falling from his hotel room balcony in Buenos Aires. An early toxicology report shows he had cocaine in his body at the time of the incident. Authorities are still investigating the case, but it seems Payne was alone when he fell.

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Oct 22 2024HEALTH

TikTok: Short Scrolls, Big Body Image Concerns

Ever taken a quick look at TikTok and felt like your body isn't good enough? You're not alone. Research shows that even just seven minutes on this app can make you feel self-conscious. Over 60% of women have seen posts that promote unhealthy eating habits, which can lead to body dissatisfaction. Reg

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Oct 19 2024OPINION

Trump's Words Hurt Vets and Their Families

Imagine a 7-year-old watching her dad collapse from a brain injury he got in Iraq. That's what my daughter saw. Her dad's injury isn't just a "headache, " like former President Donald Trump suggested when asked about wounded soldiers. Trump's lack of compassion isn't just hurtful; it also shows how

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

School Shooting: Father and Son Facing Charges

On Thursday, a grand jury in Winder, Georgia, indicted a father and son on murder charges. The son, a 14-year-old named Colt Gray, was charged with 55 counts, including murder and assault. His father, Colin Gray, faced 29 counts, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. The charg

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Alabama Executes Man Who Asked for Death After Deadly Rampage

Derrick Dearman, 36, was executed in Alabama on Thursday. He had asked to go forward with his lethal injection after admitting to killing five people in a 2016 drug-fueled attack. Dearman broke into a home where his estranged girlfriend was staying, then killed her and four others with an ax and a g

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