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The power of a simple check-in between veterans

In 2023, 6,398 Veterans lost their lives to suicide, according to the latest data from the VA from the more

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Is your tap water safe? What regulations do and don’t tell you
<p>Many people pay close attention to what they eat, how they sleep and how often they exercise as part of a more intentional approach to wellness. The quality of the water they drink, however, … more
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Cheapest gas stations in South Carolina
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More people are identifying as neurodivergent. Here’s what that means

The term neurodivergent is everywhere lately — in headlines, in conversations, in captions on your social feed. Maybe you use it to describe yourself. Maybe someone you love uses it, and … more

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Weeds, whacked: 7 ways to kill weeds from your driveway and sidewalks

Weeds sprouting through the cracks in your driveway or sidewalk aren’t just an eyesore — they can eventually enlarge cracks, trap moisture and make your home’s exterior appear … more

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Extreme weather events like hurricanes can spread antibiotic resistance genes

In early October of 2024, Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida. At least 19 tornadoes tore … more

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How cars became the symbol of American manhood

That was the tagline of the first-ever IndyCar street race held in Washington, D.C., over the weekend of Aug. 22-23.

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Survey: AI has reached the consumer inflection point

Artificial intelligence has reached a consumer inflection point. According to a more

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Survey: Gen Zers see trades as faster route to financial success than college

Two-thirds of Gen Z think becoming a trades person is a quicker way to a $100K salary than going to college.

A poll of 2,000 16- to 28-year-olds in the U.S. found only 32% … more

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Why die when you’ve got AI? The startups racing to outrun aging

“Why do I need to die? I really enjoy experiencing life,” Filippo Nigro said when asked why he launched his longevity startup more

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Have too many credit cards? Here's which ones you should cancel
A wallet full of credit cards isn't a problem by itself. But it's time to cancel one when you're paying annual fees for perks you never use, or an old card stays open only because a forgotten … more
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Wildfires are no longer just a Western US problem. Here's what every American should know.
Wildfires are evolving in the United States, becoming increasingly intense, frequent, and destructive in the built environment. For those who live outside wildfire-prone states, understanding the … more
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Here’s exactly how a Fed rate change hits your wallet
Whether you’re building an emergency fund, saving for a home, paying down debt, or investing for retirement, Federal Reserve interest rate decisions can affect all of these life moments, though not … more
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The DNA discovery boom: How at-home tests are rewriting American family trees
Ten years ago, finding out you had a half-sibling two states over took something dramatic, like a deathbed confession or a box of letters someone forgot to burn. Now, it arrives as an email … more
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What your old social media accounts are still telling strangers about you
Social media accounts from the past can be a thorn in your side for a host of reasons. Old photos, snapshots of old relationships, or representations of your past self can be embarrassing reminders … more
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What a decade of gig work actually pays
Congress made Labor Day a federal holiday in 1894 to honor the American worker. For the people who move Americans and their furniture, it is one of the busiest working weekends of the year. Data … more
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10 once-common American names now on the endangered list
For decades, a handful of names dominated new births in the United States. If you were born during the height of some of these name booms, there may have been three of you in a single class alone. … more
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Prebiotics vs. probiotics: What’s the difference?
Whether you’re inundated with #fibermaxxing content or overwhelmed by the vast options in the probiotic aisle at your local pharmacy, it can’t be denied: Gut health is having a moment. But the … more
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The states where people have lived in the same house the longest, and the ones where people are on the move
In the last few years, something remarkable has been happening in American neighborhoods. More people are staying put. In 2024, just 11.2% of U.S. households relocated, the lowest mobility rate … more
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What is compound interest and how does it work?
Whether you’re adding money to a savings vehicle such as a high-yield savings account or a certificate of deposit, you’re probably hoping it will grow over time. That’s where compound interest … more
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