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Jan 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Road's New Melody: Drivers' Music Choices Change

These days, the tunes playing in cars are taking a surprising turn. It seems that more drivers are tuning out of Android Auto, perhaps because they've switched to iPhones or their new cars don't support it anymore. While that's happening, Google's YouTube Music is becoming super popular among driver

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Unclean Conditions Found at Multiple Boar’s Head Plants

Government inspectors have found unsanitary conditions in several Boar’s Head deli meat factories, not limited to the Virginia plant that was closed following a deadly outbreak of listeria. Reports from plants in Indiana, Arkansas, and Virginia detailed problems like meat residue on equipment, mold,

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

PKD Patients and Researchers: Together We Explore Priorities

Polycystic kidney disease, or PKD, is a tough journey for patients. But what if their voices could shape the research that aims to help them? That's exactly what the EMPOWER PKD project set out to do. This project didn't just involve patients; it put them at the heart of the research. The goal was c

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Checking In: How Patient Feedback Shapes Heart Care

Imagine you’ve just had a heart procedure and your doctor wants to know how you're feeling. Instead of waiting for your appointment, you can now share your health journey directly. This is what electronic patient-reported outcome (PRO) systems aim to do in outpatient cardiovascular care. While that

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Why Aren't More People Getting the Whooping Cough Vaccine?

Whooping cough is serious. Babies can get very sick and even die from it. So, why are there more cases of whooping cough lately? One big reason is that not enough people are getting the vaccine. Infants start getting it at two months old, then again at four months and six months. They get two more s

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Jan 15 2025BUSINESS

Country Music Joins Forces: Southern Entertainment Teams Up with Opry Entertainment Group

Southern Entertainment, a live events company known for country music festivals like Carolina Country Music Fest and Barefoot Country Music Fest, has partnered with Opry Entertainment Group (OEG). This deal isn't just about money; it's about combining strengths to create even better experiences for

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Jan 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Revving Up: Understanding BMW xDrive Technology

Ever wondered how your BMW handles so smoothly, no matter the road conditions? Meet xDrive, BMW's secret weapon for top-notch driving. This isn't your typical all-wheel drive (AWD); it's packed with sensors and smarts, making your ride super versatile. Imagine a system that's always on the lookout,

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Jan 15 2025SPORTS

Vet Brings Pro-Level Sports Training to Colmar Kids and Adults

Meet the army vet who's making waves in Colmar with a new sports training facility. This guy isn't just about getting people fit, he's about changing lives. He believes that sports can be a powerful tool for personal growth, and he wants to pass on that passion to the next generation. Ever heard of

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Rates Falling: A New Worry for Parents

Once a shining example, Tennessee's high childhood vaccination rates are now slipping. Parents like Jen Fisher in Franklin, Tennessee, are feeling the heat. Her 12-year-old son, Raleigh, has a weak immune system due to a congenital heart condition. Vaccines are his best protection against serious il

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Jan 14 2025CELEBRITIES

Fighting Over tWitch’s Memory: The Holker vs. Boss Family Feud

Ever since the death of dancer and DJ Stephen 'tWitch' Boss in December 2022, his wife Allison Holker and his family have been entangled in a bitter dispute. At the heart of the feud is a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that prevents Boss's family from profiting from his life story. This NDA, which w

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