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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

What's Eating Our Students? A Look at University Food Choices

University students often have poor eating habits. This can lead to serious health problems. Many students eat too much junk food. They also don't get enough nutrients. This can cause hidden obesity. It can also lead to metabolic risks. Research shows that students' lifestyles affect their health.

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Nov 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Forest Acres Park Gets a Big Makeover

Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer

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Oct 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Drones and Forests: A New Way to Watch Trees Grow

Forests are always changing. They grow, they shrink, and they adapt. This is especially true in tropical areas where human activity puts a lot of pressure on these green spaces. To keep an eye on these changes, scientists are turning to drones. These flying gadgets can take pictures from above and h

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Oct 23 2025HEALTH

Young Adults, Risky Choices, and the Role of Faith and Family

University students often engage in risky behaviors. These can include using drugs, eating poorly, not exercising, and even violence. These actions can seriously harm their health. In Iran, not much research has been done on this topic. A recent study focused on students in Khuzestan Province. It lo

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Oct 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Revamping Forest Restoration: Experts Weigh In On What Really Matters

Forest restoration is a hot topic, especially in places like the Mediterranean. The European Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR) has set some big goals, but there's a catch. The indicators they use to measure success might not be the best fit for everyone. That's where a recent study comes in. A gr

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Jul 19 2025HEALTH

Helping Students Before They Reach a Breaking Point

University students are facing a serious issue: suicide. This is especially true in countries that aren't as wealthy. Schools are a place where students can get help, but they also have their own set of problems. Many students struggle with stress, feeling alone, and not belonging. These feelings c

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Wake County's Rabies Alert: Stay Safe, Stay Informed

Wake County is facing a serious issue with rabies. A fox that bit a man on Tuesday was found to have rabies on Wednesday. This is the fourth case this month. The attack happened near Pulley Town Road and Thornburg Drive in Wake Forest. Animal Control was called in to catch the fox and test it. Lucki

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Jun 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Trees Adapt: Can We Predict Their Future?

Forest trees have a knack for adapting to their local climates. This ability has made scientists curious about how to use this knowledge for managing these trees. The idea is to use genetic data to predict how trees will respond to changes in their environment. A recent study looked at black cotton

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Jun 12 2025SPORTS

Mindset Matters: How Beliefs Fuel Drive in University Athletes

University athletes often face intense pressure to perform. Their mindset can greatly impact how they handle this pressure. A recent look into this topic focused on how a belief in personal growth affects their drive to compete. It also examined how stress and personal needs play into this dynamic.

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May 27 2025HEALTH

Smartphones to the Rescue: Boosting Campus Activity

University students often struggle to maintain regular physical activity. The benefits of regular exercise are no secret. Yet, sticking to a fitness routine can be tough. This is where just-in-time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) come into play. The idea is to deliver support exactly when someon

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