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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Is the SMILE Program Worth the Money?

When it comes to severe mental illness (SMI), just knowing if treatments work isn't enough. Policy makers need to know if they're a good use of limited healthcare funds. That's where cost-effectiveness studies come in. But, these studies are scarce when it comes to lifestyle interventions for people

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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

Sorghum's Hidden Hero: The Gene That Fights Fungus

Sorghum, a versatile crop that thrives in tough conditions, faces a big challenge in warm, humid places. A fungus called Colletotrichum sublineola causes anthracnose, a serious disease that slashes crop yields. Finding resistant strains is key to protecting sorghum crops. A previous study linked a g

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

The Magic of Sleep: Why You Should Care

Imagine having a tiny superhero helmet that tracks your sleep and reveals its mighty powers. Scientists did just that with 142 people, using small devices to monitor their sleep patterns. The results? Great sleep makes us happier, wiser in our decisions, and more likely to trust and help others. Kno

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Four Years After: The Jan. 6 Capitol Mob

Four years have passed since the storming of the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The event has left a lasting impact, with nearly 1, 600 individuals prosecuted for their involvement. Some are still behind bars, facing serious charges like assault and seditious conspiracy. Others, charged with less

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Jan 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Surprising Golden Globe Winners and What They Say About the Oscars

On Sunday night, the 82nd Golden Globe Awards had some unexpected winners. The Netflix musical "Emilia Pérez" and the long film "The Brutalist" both took home best picture prizes. "Emilia Pérez" is a Spanish-language, French-directed musical about a trans gangster. "The Brutalist" is a three-and-a-h

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Jan 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nikki Glaser's Golden Globes Night: A Hit with Critics and Fans

Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her nominations in the Emmys, Globes, and Grammys, turned heads as the host of the Golden Globes. Her performance was especially notable after last year's host, Jo Koy, faced criticism for a lackluster show. Glaser, fresh off her successful HBO stand-up special and p

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Jan 06 2025BUSINESS

Steel Giants Sue Biden Admin Over Blocked Merger

US Steel and Nippon Steel have filed lawsuits against the Biden administration and other parties, claiming that the president's decision to block their $14. 3 billion merger was politically motivated. The companies argue that the action was taken to favor the United Steelworkers union and support Bi

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Shedding Pounds Safely: How Semaglutide Helps Menopausal Women

Are you a woman going through menopause? Perhaps you've noticed that it’s a bit harder to keep the extra pounds off. And you're right—menopause can make losing weight tough. But what if there was a little something to help make the journey easier? Enter semaglutide, a medication that's showing promi

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Jan 06 2025CELEBRITIES

Choose Happiness: A Birthday Guide for You

Today marks a special day for some amazing people, including Kate McKinnon, who turns 41, and Julie Chen and Gabrielle Reece, who both celebrate their 55th birthdays. Even the hilarious Rowan Atkinson joins the party at 70! As we wish them well, let's take a moment to think about what makes us happy

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

How Our Beliefs and Reactions Shape Food Preferences

Have you ever wondered how our likes and dislikes for certain foods come to be? Scientists have found that our beliefs and reactions play a big role in this. In a recent study, researchers looked at how different beliefs about an experiment and how people react to demands can change our food prefere

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