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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

How My Parents Went from Skeptics to Apple Watch Evangelists

Before giving my parents Apple Watches, I thought I knew how they'd react. My mom, 70, was a traditionalist, preferring her delicate analog watch and carefully curated selection of bracelets. My dad, more tech-savvy, thought the Apple Watch was a waste of money. But after a decade of teaching people

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

The Social Media Showdown: Can States Regulate Tech Giants?

Utah's attempt to protect children from the perceived harm of social media has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge, citing unconstitutional measures. The Utah Minor Protection in Social Media Act aimed to require social media companies to verify user ages, limit features, and restrict access

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Sep 12 2024FOOD

Victoria's Hidden Gem: Cafe Malabar Named Among Canada's Best New Eateries

Imagine a cozy spot in the Victoria Public Market, where the vibrant flavours of Kerala, India, come alive on your plate. Cafe Malabar, a relatively new addition to the city's culinary scene, has been named among the Top 30 of Canada's best new restaurants by Air Canada enRoute. The list highlights

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Sep 12 2024OPINION

The Unhinged Truth: How Trump's Conspiracy Theories Are Eating Away at American Politics

Imagine a world where a former president, known for his questionable grasp of reality, uses his platform to spread bizarre conspiracy theories that have no basis in fact. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Well, unfortunately, that's the reality we're living in. Donald Trump, the man who once held t

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

9/11: A Day to Reflect, a Day to Unite?

As the 9/11 anniversary arrived, presidential rivals Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Kamala Harris put aside their differences to stand together at ground zero. But as the reading of victims' names began, some families couldn't help but challenge the politicians to take action. 'We are pleading for

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

9/11: A Day for Reflection, Not Politics

The 9/11 anniversary marks a somber reminder of the devastating attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people in 2001. Every four years, this day falls during the presidential election season, and this year is no exception. As we pay our respects, we must acknowledge the long-term effects of the 9/11 att

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Beyond Politics: Remembering the Human Impact of 9/11

As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it's easy to get caught up in the politics surrounding the event. But let's not forget the human cost. What does it mean to lose a loved one in such a brutal manner? How do we honor their memory without getting mired in partisan bickering? The at

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Remembering 9/11: Unpacking the Complexity of Patriotism and Politicization

As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, it's essential to acknowledge the significance of this date. Every year, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum hosts a commemoration ceremony, honoring the 2,983 lives lost. But beneath the surface of this solemn occasion, a tug-of-wa

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Remembering 9/11: A Day of Reflection, Politics, and Pain

As the sun rises over the World Trade Center, the 9/11 anniversary commemorates the lives lost and reshaped by the devastating attacks. But this solemn occasion is also forever intertwined with presidential campaign politics. This year, President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

9/11's Bittersweet Anniversary: Politics Loom Large, but Memories and Tributes Remain

As the United States commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it's easy to get caught up in the presidential campaign politics that often accompany this somber occasion. Amidst the grandstanding and photo ops, though, let's not forget the real heroes: the victims, their families, and

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