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Apr 30 2025CELEBRITIES

A Country Star's Life Beyond the Stage

Sheryl Crow has traded the bright lights of Los Angeles for the quiet charm of Nashville. This move wasn't just about changing scenery. It was about finding a place to call home and raising a family. Crow's life in Nashville is far from the glamorous lifestyle many imagine for a rockstar. She enjoys

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Apr 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cacao Farmers and the Knowledge Gap in Agroforestry

Cacao farming in Colombia is at a crossroads. The way farmers and experts think about land use is evolving. Agroforestry is a big part of this change. It's a way to use land that mixes trees, crops, and sometimes animals. The goal is to make farming more sustainable. But there's a problem. The knowl

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Apr 29 2025SCIENCE

How a Big Jump Changes Your Mind

A big jump from a high place can really mess with your head. This is what a group of young adults found out when they took part in a study. The study looked at how a scary situation affects the way people make choices, how they feel, and how confident they are in their actions. Nineteen peopl

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Apr 27 2025HEALTH

Weighing Up: Surgery versus Medication for Long-Term Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery has been a top choice for tackling obesity. It offers substantial and lasting weight loss. For instance, procedures like sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass have shown impressive results. After a decade, these surgeries can lead to a total weight loss of 23. 4% and 26. 9%, respec

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

Boosting Heart Health Confidence Through Digital Tools

The idea of using digital tools to help people manage their heart health is gaining traction. This is because traditional in-person programs, while effective, often require a lot of staff and resources. These programs aim to boost what is known as cardiac self-efficacy. That is, a person's confidenc

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

The Power of Glucocorticoids in Fighting Severe Pneumonia

In the realm of medical research, scientists have been diving deep into how well certain medicines work. One hot topic is how well glucocorticoids help with severe pneumonia. This is a big deal because pneumonia is a serious lung infection that can be life-threatening. It's important to know if t

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Apr 22 2025CRIME

The Need for Better Police Training in Handling Autistic Individuals

In Idaho, a tragic incident occurred involving a 17-year-old autistic teen named Victor Perez. He was shot multiple times by police during a mental health crisis. This event raises serious questions about how law enforcement handles individuals with disabilities. Perez was nonverbal and had cerebra

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Food Coloring Changes Coming Soon

Food coloring is about to get a big makeover. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has a plan to remove eight common food dyes from the market. These dyes are made from petroleum and are found in many everyday foods. The Department of Health and Human Services made this announcement on Monday. The details of t

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Apr 20 2025HEALTH

A Star's Battle with Cancer: Olivia Williams' Journey and Advocacy

Olivia Williams, a well-known actress, has been fighting a tough battle with cancer. She is famous for her roles in The Crown and The Sixth Sense. Williams has been open about her struggle with pancreatic cancer, which was not diagnosed until 2018. This delay happened despite her visiting many docto

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

Time Spent by Dutch Doctors on Preventive Care

In the Netherlands, occupational physicians are crucial in stopping work-related health issues. They are the ones who can make a big difference in keeping workers healthy. But how much time do they really spend on prevention? This is a big question. A recent study looked into this. It focused o

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