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Nov 06 2025HEALTH

How Quickly Can You Stand Up? The Five-Time Sit-to-Stand Test Explained

The five-time sit-to-stand test, or 5TSTS, is a simple but effective way to check how well someone can move around. It measures the time it takes for a person to stand up and sit down five times in a row, as fast as they can. This test is often used to see how well older adults or people with certai

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Nov 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Dad's Heartfelt Moment: LaKeith Stanfield on Witnessing Birth

LaKeith Stanfield, a well-known actor, recently shared his profound experience of watching his wife, Kasmere Trice Stanfield, give birth. He described it as an incredible and powerful moment, highlighting the strength and importance of women in the world. At a movie premiere, LaKeith opened up abou

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

A New Mayor for New York: What It Means for the City

In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani made history by becoming the new mayor of New York City. This win is part of a larger trend where Democrats are gaining ground across the country. Mamdani's victory is significant because he represents a growing movement within the Democratic Party. Ma

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Nov 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

PlayStation Portal Just Got a Major Boost: What's New?

The PlayStation Portal just got a big upgrade, and it's not just about looks. Now, you can stream your PS5 games straight to the device, no console needed. This feature is live now, but only if you're a PS Plus Premium subscriber. That means you can tap into over 2, 800 PS5 games, including hundreds

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Nov 05 2025SPORTS

Wheelchair Basketball Players: What Their Bodies Tell Us

Wheelchair basketball is a thrilling sport. But what about the players' bodies? How do they compare to each other? A recent study looked into this. It focused on elite Spanish players. The goal was to understand their body composition and measurements. This is important because disability can change

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

New York Times Sees Growth in Subscriptions Amid High Demand for News

People in the U. S. are really into staying updated. This is because there's a lot going on in the world. Politics, money matters, global events, and climate worries are all big topics right now. So, it's no surprise that news outlets are seeing a boost. The New York Times (NYT) is one of those out

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Nov 05 2025LIFESTYLE

Martha Stewart's Classic Cookbook Makes a Comeback

Martha Stewart is bringing back her first book, "Entertaining, " which was a big hit back in 1982. This new version is just like the original, with all 300 recipes and 450 colorful pictures. Fans can now get their hands on it, as the old copies are quite expensive. Stewart shared the exciting news

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

ICE Executive to Share Insights at Upcoming Conference

Warren Gardiner, the Chief Financial Officer of Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), is set to speak at the J. P. Morgan Ultimate Services Investor Conference. This event is scheduled for November 18, with Gardiner's presentation kicking off at 11:40 a. m. ET. Viewers can catch the live stream or replay

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

A Tale of Two Game Studios: One Rises, One Falls

Two game studios, both backed by NetEase, are at a crossroads. T-Minus Zero Entertainment is making a comeback, while Fantastic Pixel Castle is preparing to shut down. T-Minus Zero Entertainment has been reborn as an independent company. A small team of experienced directors and founders has taken

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Nov 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

How a Tiny Change Can Make Big Waves in Light Detection

Scientists have found a way to make light sensors work better by adding a special material to them. These sensors are used in things like communication and smart devices. The problem was that they weren't very good at detecting light in dark places or pinpointing where the light was coming from. But

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