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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Screening Social Anxiety with AI Pictures

Social anxiety disorder (SAD) affects many people. It makes them very scared of social situations. Doctors need to detect SAD early to help people sooner. But this is hard because those with SAD avoid social settings. Also, questionnaires used now have problems like personal opinions influencing res

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Dec 14 2024FINANCE

How to Save $1 Million for Retirement: Tips from Experts

Did you know that even fast-food workers can retire as millionaires? It's all about saving and investing a portion of your income consistently. Brad Klontz, a financial psychologist, explains that every dollar you earn can be a step towards your "financial freedom. " Karen Wallace, a certified finan

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Dec 14 2024EDUCATION

Chicago Schools Face Financial Warning

The credit ratings company S&P has issued a warning to Chicago Public Schools (CPS). They said how the district manages its upcoming contract with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) will impact its financial health for years to come. CPS needs to either find more money or cut costs. If they don't, the

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Dec 14 2024CRIME

Nursing Home Empire’s Dark Side

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, comes from a wealthy family that runs a nursing home chain. This chain, Lorien Health Services, has a dark side. Despite being known for its luxurious amenities like restaurant-style dining and movie theaters, some of

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

The Evolving Impact of Machine Learning in Clinical Risk Prediction

Machine learning (ML) has become a go-to tool in hospitals for predicting clinical risks. But here's a big challenge: these models don't always work as well over time. Why is that? The systems and data these models rely on are constantly changing, which can make the predictions less accurate. This c

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

How Hamstring Strength Changes in a Soccer Match

Hamstring injuries are very common in soccer. These injuries often happen at the end of each half or the match. Why? Some reasons could be low muscle strength, muscle tiredness, and differences in strength between the left and right legs. A team of scientists wanted to know more about this. They cho

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

Olivia Dunne's $4. 2 Million Boost: LSU’s Hidden Power

Have you ever heard of a college athlete making millions just by being themselves? Meet Olivia Dunne, LSU's gymnast who's raking in an impressive $4. 2 million a year through NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals. She's not just dominating on the gymnastics mat, she's also topping charts like Forbes' Cr

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Dec 14 2024CRIME

Cops' Views on Philadelphia's Drug Diversion Program: A Mixed Bag

Imagine you're a police officer in Philadelphia. You often encounter individuals struggling with drug use. Instead of arresting them for minor crimes, you can send them to supportive services through a program called pre-booking diversion. We talked to 204 cops to get their take on this program. Mo

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Dec 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Free Movie Marathon: Three Oscar-Winners to Stream This Weekend

Ever felt like blockbusters just aren't cutting it? Maybe it's time to check out some free, top-notch movies. You don't have to break the bank to enjoy award-winning films. This weekend, you can dive into three incredible Oscar-winning movies for free. No, seriously, for free! First up is "The Depa

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Helping Teens Heal: Therapy for Trafficking Survivors

India sadly has a staggering 14 million survivors of human trafficking, many of whom are forced into sexual exploitation. This crime not only robs them of their basic rights but also leaves deep psychological wounds. Yet, there's a lack of reliable treatment options for these survivors. One promisin

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