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An Easy Solution to After-School Snacking
The early morning chaos and activity-packed evenings of the back-to-school season can make finding time to connect challenging. Throughout the day, there can be small windows of time that your family can make the most of – even if only for a few moments that matter.
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The 2020 Census, Stand Up and Be Counted
A new report should raise alarms about the upcoming 2020 census. According to the Pew Research Center, the good news is that the overwhelming majority of Americans are aware of the census, and over eight in 10 say they are likely to participate. The bad news is that nearly one in four blacks, young people, and lower income people and one in five Hispanics are uncertain or reluctant to participate. If not changed, that could have truly negative impact on the most vulnerable.
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What's behind the absurd gamble on women's rights and health
Last week, Georgia joined the ranks of states in a sudden rush to ban abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, as early as six weeks after conception -- before a woman may even know that she is pregnant. Kentucky, Mississippi, and Ohio passed similar laws this year. Alabama is taking its fight against choice even further, with a bill that not only bans abortions but makes it a crime for a doctor to perform an abortion.
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Should you sell a stock if the CEO is?
If the CEO or board member of a company is selling stock, should I do so too?
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More women than men struggle to fall asleep in both Europe and the US, study finds
If tossing and turning in bed most nights was a contest on crummy sleep, women win.
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Inflation moderated in July but prices are still rising in America
Higher prices have been the pandemic recovery's collateral damage. Even though Washington insists higher inflation may just be temporary, America's prices keep rising — albeit at a slightly slower pace.
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More than 1 in 4 kids hospitalized for Covid or MIS-C have symptoms for months, study finds
Nearly 30% of children who were hospitalized for Covid-19 or MIS-C, a rare but serious Covid-related condition, had symptoms more than a couple of months after their diagnosis, a new study found.
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Luster's Pink Launches Comfort Oil Scalp Serum and Unveils New Look for its Classic Pink Lotion and Glosser
Luster Products, the leading manufacturer of premium personal care products providing daily maintenance and styling solutions for all hair types and textures for the last 65 years, has expanded its Luster's Pink product range with the launch of a Comfort Oil scalp serum and an updated look for its classic Oil Moisturizer Hair Lotion and Glosser.
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How to invest as the Delta variant takes hold
When the market is plunging like it did last Friday and on Monday, it's tempting to throw in the towel and sell. Big drops can be scary.
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Analysis: Media outlets must ask themselves this serious question ahead of the midterms
Since the day Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died, we've known Roe was dead too — the only question, really, was whether it would be formally overturned or just gutted in everything but name. Now, just more than a week after the publication of Justice Samuel Alito's draft opinion overturning Roe, it's worth looking back and asking ourselves: Did our coverage over the past two years, all of it, really reflect what we knew?
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Stocks slide as volatility continues
It's no turnaround Tuesday on Wall Street: Stocks resumed their selloff at the opening bell for another ride on the market roller coaster.
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'People are begging us to sell.' Africa's richest man opens huge fertilizer plant as food crisis looms
Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote opened the continent's largest fertilizer plant this week as war in Ukraine cuts off supplies from Russia, threatening a global food crisis.
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Mapping the Ursid meteor shower
The last meteor shower of 2023 is set to send meteors streaking across the sky just in time for the holidays.
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Take Control of Blood Pressure
Effectively managing your blood pressure can help reduce your chances of life-threatening medical events, even death.
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TikTok Star's Amazing Transformation
Virginia native, Bailey Spinnenweber, transformed herself from an awkward, acne-plagued and overweight teen who was the target of constant bullying, into the gorgeous, super fit, blonde TikTok star, known today as Bailey Spinn. Most importantly, it was a makeover from the inside out.
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‘No one is safe’: France vows action as bedbugs sweep Paris
The French government has vowed action to “reassure and protect” the public as its capital Paris reports a “widespread” rise in bedbugs.
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UN agency for Palestinian refugees warns it may halt all operations by end of month
The main United Nations agency in Gaza has warned it “most likely” will have to halt its work in the war-torn enclave and across the Middle East by the end of the month after donors paused funding over allegations some of its staff were involved with Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel.
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Burger King’s next challenge: Getting people in the door
Burger King’s sales have grown as it works to turn around its business. But it still has a problem: Not enough customers. In the second quarter ending on June 30, sales at Burger King’s US restaurants open at least 13 months jumped 8.3% year over year. Globally, including in the US, sales at Burger King restaurants open at least a year grew 10.2%.
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FAA’s 737 Max probe includes another airplane parts manufacturer
The US Federal Aviation Administration is expanding its probe into Boeing 737 Max 9 quality control following this month’s in-flight blowout of a part of an Alaska Airlines plane.
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Florida’s Most Romantic Valentine’s Day Resorts & Experiences
This Valentine’s Day, couples are invited to escape to Florida’s most idyllic destinations. Indulge in the epitome of luxury and romance at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, surrender to the timeless elegance of Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, and discover unparalleled hospitality at The Lodge & Club. Elevate your couple’s escape with these three enchanting resorts and their Valentine’s Day programming, each promising unforgettable packages and experiences in the heart of Florida’s romantic landscapes.
