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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Drink Responsibly: The Hidden Truths Behind Your Glass

In the past, a glass of wine was seen as healthy and classy. But now, research shows alcohol isn't so great for you. What does this mean for your happy hour? Alcohol use has been on a steady decline among many people due to health concerns, sleep issues, and the realization that you don't need to

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Jan 14 2025CELEBRITIES

Country Star Carrie Underwood to Sing at Trump's Inauguration

Country music sensation Carrie Underwood is set to perform "America the Beautiful" at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. This event, taking place on January 20 at the U. S. Capitol, will mark Trump's swearing-in as the 47th president. Underwood's participation is a significant moment, give

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Jan 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fires in LA: The Pink Solution

In Los Angeles, massive wildfires have been wreaking havoc, leading firefighters to use a unique tool: hot-pink fire retardant. These fires have caused significant damage, destroying thousands of structures and displacing many people. The question on everyone's mind is, what's in this pink stuff and

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Jan 14 2025CELEBRITIES

Village People to Play at Trump's Inauguration: A Music Bridge?

The Village People, known for their hit song "Y. M. C. A. , " have agreed to perform at multiple events during Donald Trump's inauguration. The band's lead singer, Victor Willis, announced this on Facebook, saying they believe music should be performed without considering politics. One of the events

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Stop as President: His Virginia Golf Club

As Donald J. Trump prepares to take office, his first stop won't be the capital. Instead, he'll land at a military base in Maryland on his private plane, then head straight to one of his own golf clubs. The Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, will host around 500 of his closest supporter

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Jan 14 2025SCIENCE

Hot Air Treatment's Impact on Nectarines' Taste and Shelf Life

Ever wondered how hot air affects nectarines after they're picked? Scientists treated nectarines with hot air at 40°C for 4 hours and stored them at 1°C for 35 days. They noticed some interesting changes. The nectarines stayed firm longer, lost less weight, and didn't brown as much inside. This mean

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Back Pain's Mental Block: Why Scared Movement Hurts More

Low back pain is more than just a physical ache; it's a mental struggle too. Imagine you've got a nagging backache that just won't go away. You might start to think it's really serious. Scientists found that when people believe their pain is super bad (a habit psychologists call "catastrophizing"),

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

COVID-19's Hit on Small Businesses: A Deep Dive into North Carolina

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept through the nation, it posed new hurdles for businesses and worker safety. In response, a team of experts from various fields conducted the COVID-19 Worksite Impact Survey. This survey aimed to understand how the pandemic was affecting small and medium businesses in te

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Jan 14 2025CRYPTO

Crypto: Just Speculation and Crime?

Cliff Asness, a big shot at AQR Capital Management, isn't buying into the crypto hype. He thinks bitcoin is nothing more than a bubble ready to pop. After bitcoin soared past $100, 000 following the November presidential election, Asness is skeptical. He believes crypto is only good for two things:

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Jan 14 2025SCIENCE

New Tool to Spot Microbial Metal Rust on Steel

You know how simple metal rust can cause big trouble, like leaks that hurt the environment? But did you know microscopic critters can also cause metal to rust? Yep, tiny organisms can create what’s called microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC). This is different from regular rust (abiotic corr

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