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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

How Did Big Crises Affect Our Happiness?

Big events like the Great Recession of 2008/9 and the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-2021 didn't just affect economies – they also impacted how people felt about their lives. Researchers looked at data from six different surveys across Europe and found that people reported feeling less happy during these

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Wearable Tech's Role in Medication Tracking: A Fresh Look

Imagine turning your smartwatch into a personal pharmacist. That's the potential of wearable devices (WDs) in medication management. They've come a long way from just counting steps, now measuring vital signs like heart rate and blood oxygen. But how well do they help patients stick to their treatme

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Heart Rate and Stress: A Wearable Tech Study in ICU Residents

Working in an intensive care unit (ICU) can be incredibly stressful. ICU residents often face high pressure situations that can take a toll on their mental health and job performance. To better understand and manage this stress, researchers are turning to wearable devices like Fitbits. These devices

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Nov 28 2024SPORTS

Tua Tagovailoa Preps Dolphins for Chilly Thanksgiving Showdown

Remember when Miami Dolphins' quarterback Tua Tagovailoa faced brutal cold in the wildcard game against the Kansas City Chiefs? That game was one of the coldest in NFL history, with temperatures dropping to -4 degrees Fahrenheit and wind chills making it feel like -27 degrees. For players from sunny

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Nov 28 2024WEATHER

Get Ready for a Snowy Thanksgiving!

Hey there, travelers! Are you planning a trip over the Thanksgiving weekend? Well, get ready for some snowy surprises, especially if you're near the Great Lakes! The National Weather Service (NWS) has some news for you. They're warning about something called "lake effect snow. " This happens when co

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Nov 27 2024SPORTS

Thanksgiving Football Picks: Who to Start and Who to Bench

Thinking about which players to start and sit this Thanksgiving? Let's dive into some picks and predictions for fantasy football! Cooper Rush, the Cowboys' backup quarterback, has been catching attention lately. Even though he's not a superstar, he's been given more chances to throw, racking up ove

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Nov 27 2024LIFESTYLE

Preparing for Thanksgiving Travel: What to Expect

Get ready for a busy Thanksgiving travel season! Millions of people are hitting the roads and skies, making it one of the busiest times of the year. While airports aren’t quite back to pre-pandemic numbers, they’re still expecting a lot of passengers. Cars will be the main mode of transport, with ov

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Nov 27 2024CELEBRITIES

Irish Whiskey Brand Cuts Ties with McGregor

Conor McGregor, a famous MMA fighter, has parted ways with Proper No. Twelve, an Irish whiskey brand he helped create. This decision came after McGregor was found responsible in a civil case involving sexual assault. The brand's distributor, Proximo Spirits, stated that they won't use McGregor's nam

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Nov 27 2024SPORTS

This Week's Fantasy Football Risks: Play or Bench?

Trying to figure out who to start in fantasy football can be a tricky business. One wrong move and your team could take a hit. Let's look at some players you might want to think twice about starting this week. First up is Brock Purdy, the quarterback for the 49ers. He's been playing well, but he mi

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Nov 27 2024SPORTS

College Football Playoff: New Bracket, New Challenges

Well, well, well. The College Football Playoff rankings have sure seen some shuffling after Week 13's surprises! Let's dive into the new 12-team bracket and see who's still standing and who's fallen. Oregon, the lone undefeated team, is sitting pretty at the top. They're the projected Big Ten champ

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