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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands: How UVA Health Spreads Holiday Cheer

UVA Health is giving back to the community this holiday season. They are donating $37, 500 to four nonprofits in Charlottesville, Culpeper, and Northern Virginia. This is to honor their over 18, 000 employees. The money will go to All Blessings Flow, the Culpeper Food Closet, Fauquier FISH, and Act

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Dec 03 2025BUSINESS

France's Aging Challenge: A Financial Wake-Up Call

France is in for a rough ride. The country's population is getting older fast. By 2070, nearly one in three people will be over 65. Meanwhile, the number of working-age people will drop by more than 3 million. This shift is a big deal for France's finances. Right now, healthcare, pensions, and cari

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Dec 03 2025BUSINESS

Japan's Financial Leaders Stay Silent on BOJ's Rate Hike Hint

In a recent turn of events, Japan's top financial and economic leaders chose not to react to the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) signal about a possible interest rate hike. This comes after Governor Kazuo Ueda hinted at the possibility of a rate increase this month. The ministers' silence is notable. Typical

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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

Songs and Stereotypes: How Music Spreads Harmful Ideas About Sexual Violence

Music is more than just entertainment. It shapes our views and beliefs. Over the past decade, many popular songs have spread false ideas about sexual violence. These ideas, known as rape myths, can make it harder to prevent such violence. Researchers looked at the top 25 songs from Billboard's year

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Dec 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Holiday Shopping: Smart Picks from Cyber Monday Sales

Cyber Monday deals are still around, but they're fading fast. Some standout discounts are on big-name brands like Apple, Dyson, and Hoka. The sales are dwindling, so act quickly if you want to snag a bargain. Many of the best deals are on electronics and home goods. For example, Apple AirPods with

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Dec 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Sony a7 V: A Fresh Take on Photography

The Sony a7 V is here, and it's packed with updates. It's been a while since the last model, the a7 IV, and Sony has been busy. They've added a new sensor, a faster processor, and better autofocus. The camera is designed for enthusiasts, but it's got some high-end features too. The design is simila

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Dec 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Last Cyber Monday Gems: What's Still on Sale?

The holiday sales frenzy is winding down, but not all deals have vanished. Some Apple products are still enjoying price cuts, making this a great time to snag a bargain. The Apple Watch Series 11, for instance, is holding onto its lowest price ever, offering $70 off. It's a solid choice for those wh

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Dec 02 2025HEALTH

Women's Desire: How Online Therapy Can Help

Low sexual desire in women is a common issue. When it causes distress, it's called hypoactive sexual desire dysfunction (HSDD). Two types of therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based therapy (MBT), can help. Both can be done online. A study looked at 212 women with HSDD. The

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Dec 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Your Year on YouTube: A Look Back at Your Watching Habits

YouTube has launched a new feature called "Recap. " It's similar to Spotify's "Wrapped" but for videos. This feature shows users a summary of their viewing habits over the past year. The Recap uses your watch history to create up to 12 cards. These cards highlight your favorite channels, topics, an

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Dec 02 2025BUSINESS

Rent Prices Are Dropping, But Why?

The housing market is changing. More apartments are being built, but fewer people are renting them. This is pushing rent prices down. In November, the average rent for an apartment in the U. S. was $1, 367. This is a 1% drop from October. It's also down 1. 1% from November 2024. Rents have fallen 5.

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