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Dec 31 2024CELEBRITIES

Stars Who Started the New Year With a Bang: Celebrities Born on New Year’s Eve

Can you imagine having a birthday on New Year’s Eve? Talk about double the fun! Some famous folks, like gymnast Gabby Douglas and actor Val Kilmer, were born on December 31. That means they get to celebrate their birthday with fireworks, parties, and all the excitement of the New Year. It’s like hav

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

A Fresh Start: Picking Realistic New Year's Resolutions

As we gear up for the New Year, a mental health expert from Ladson, South Carolina, has some advice on setting resolutions that stick. Matthew Dorman, the head of clinical operations at Live Oak Mental Health and Wellness, notes that unrealistic goals can lead to disappointment. Studies show that ma

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Dec 31 2024LIFESTYLE

Shopping and Services on New Year's Eve and Day 2025

Are you wondering what's open and what's closed during the New Year's holidays? Let's break it down! New Year's Eve this year falls on a Tuesday, with New Year's Day following on Wednesday. Many stores and services will be operating, but with some changes to their usual hours. Grocery stores are a

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

No Drones for Dallas New Year's: Safety Concerns After Florida Crash

You know how Reunion Tower in Dallas usually has a cool drone show for New Year's Eve? Well, this year, the drones are a no-go. Why, you ask? A drone provider from Coppell, Texas, called Sky Elements, decided to back out after a little mishap in Florida. A spokesperson from Reunion Tower said Sky El

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Dec 30 2024FINANCE

Stock Futures on Monday: A Look Ahead

As the year 2024 winds down, stock futures took a slight dip on Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures slipped by 93 points, or 0. 2%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures both dipped by 0. 3%. This comes after a successful year for these major averages, with the S&P 500 and Dow up by

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Dec 30 2024WEATHER

Weather Watch: Bracing for Two Cold Fronts

As 2024 wraps up, we're set for some peaceful weather. But don't get too cozy! The Weather Team is keeping an eye on two cold fronts that will bring cooler temps to welcome 2025. Tonight and tomorrow, we’ll see temps dip to the low 50s with clear skies. Expect some fog in the morning, which will cle

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Dec 29 2024WEATHER

Weather Shift Ahead: From Storms to Showers

Early Sunday in the Upstate region of South Carolina saw some exciting weather, with several tornado warnings kicking off the day. These warnings started around 6:15 a. m. and wrapped up by about 9:15 a. m. , affecting both the Upstate and parts of Western North Carolina. As of now, no tornadoes hav

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

New Year, New Health Savings: A Simple Guide

As we enter 2025, many people are wondering how to manage their health care costs effectively. One important fact to keep in mind is that most of the basics of health insurance won't change. This might seem like a good thing, but it also means that the risk of unexpected bills remains, especially wi

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

American Journal of Nursing: A Milestone Moment

The American Journal of Nursing (AJN) has hit a massive milestone—it's turning 125! That's right, this trusted voice in the nursing field has been around for a century and a quarter. But what does that really mean? Well, it's more than just a number. It's a testament to the journal's dedication to n

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Dec 26 2024HEALTH

Three Decades of Contact Lens Usage: A Global Survey Snapshot

Do you know how often people wear contact lenses? This question has been asked annually in an international survey for the past 30 years, starting in 1996 and continuing up to 2025. This ongoing survey is like a time capsule, giving us a glimpse into how contact lens prescribing habits have changed

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