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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Don't Let New Year's Resolutions Derail Your Health

New Year's resolution time is here, and many of us are excited to transform our lives, but be cautious. Experts warn that some resolutions can actually harm your health. Let's explore why. First, extreme weight loss goals can be a big problem. Trying to lose 20 pounds in a month is usually unrealis

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Jan 02 2025SPORTS

Cricket Showdown: Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan, Final Test Preview & Tips

Get ready for the big finale! Zimbabwe and Afghanistan are all set to face off in the second Test of their series. This match comes after an impressive batting display by Zimbabwe in the first Test, which ended in a draw. The home team is eager to make amends after losing the ODI series to Afghanist

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

COVID-19: Alcohol Use and Violence in the Bay Area

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on alcohol consumption and exposure to violence, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area. Between January 2021 and April 2023, researchers gathered data from 565 adults who drink alcohol. They found that heavy drinking (four or more drinks on one o

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Emotions in the Court: How Danish Legal Professionals Judge Victims

Imagine standing in a Danish courtroom, waiting for a verdict. You might think the focus is on facts and evidence. But researchers found something else. They studied how Danish legal professionals judge the trustworthiness of victims based on their emotional expressions. Picture this: emotional show

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

How Stories and Beliefs Shape Public Response to Sexual Assault

Did you know that the way we see sexual assault cases can depend on who the perpetrator is and what they say? Research shows that people's views on these cases are influenced by their beliefs about the fairness of society and the apology (or lack of it) from the accused. When higher-status people ap

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Jan 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Power of Data in Urban Climate Action

In our race against time to cut greenhouse gas emissions, we're facing a crucial question: what exactly drives these emissions at an individual and community level? Despite knowing that we humans are the main culprits, we still have big gaps in our knowledge. To tackle this, a team created an urban

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Exploring African Culture and Beliefs in End-of-Life Choices

The subject of euthanasia brings to light many issues about culture and personal beliefs. One aspect often ignored is how African cultural knowledge and Afro-Caribbean religions impact these debates. These belief systems have a unique perspective on life, death, and the role of community. In many A

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Jan 02 2025WEATHER

Florida's Volcano Bay Shuts Down: Unusual Cold Snap to Blame

You might be surprised to hear this, but Volcano Bay, a popular water park at Universal Orlando Resort, is taking a break. Why? The weather isn't cooperating. On January 2nd and 3rd, the park will be closed due to chilly temperatures. It's not the first time this has happened. During the fall, the p

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Jan 02 2025WEATHER

Prepare for Snow: Winter Advisory in Northern Utah

Get ready, Utah! A Winter Advisory is on the way for northern Utah, stretching from Logan to Nephi. Starting New Year's Day, expect some serious snowfall, especially in the higher elevations. The National Weather Service isn't playing around, saying it could get heavy from Wednesday night into Thurs

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Streams and Seasons: A Year in the Life of East Fork Creek

In the heart of Tennessee, a small stream named East Fork Creek has been under close watch. Scientists have been keeping tabs on it for a whole year, from May 2022 to May 2023. They were curious about how the stream's 'breathing' changes with the seasons and time of day. They set up month-long camps

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