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March 7, 2025
Derry Oliver had a conversation with her mother about seeking therapy when she was in fifth grade. During the time her mother was in New York searching for job opportunities and a new place for them to live, she resided in Georgia with her uncle and grandparents. This separation was difficult for her, and as
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Any parent who’s ever called one of their children by the other’s name — or even the family pet’s name — likely could empathize when President Joe Biden mixed up the names of French leaders Macron and Mitterrand. The human brain may struggle with retrieving names from stored memories when prompted. However,
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On Sunday, when Americans come together to watch the Super Bowl, the food options may carry as much weight as the outcome of the game. Due to the extended duration of the event, there is an increased risk of foodborne illness if proper precautions are not taken by the hosts and guests. Experts in health
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Elise Plessis has intentionally avoided being in a committed relationship for 26 years. However, she still experiences fear of missing out when Valentine’s Day approaches. “I am the only one in my family and friend group,” expressed Plessis, a 53-year-old resident of Manitoba, Canada. “Valentine’s Day fills me with despair, as if I am a
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Additional food products are being withdrawn from the market due to a serious case of listeria contamination, including snack items that could potentially be served at Super Bowl gatherings. Federal health officials announced that products from Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc., based in Modesto, California, are being recalled due to concerns of contamination. These products include
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According to recent reports from the Associated Press, the influenza virus is persisting in the United States, becoming more severe in certain regions following a period of overall decline. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, released on Friday, revealed a decrease in nationwide hospitalizations due to the flu. However, certain
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A lawsuit was filed in Nevada and a jury has granted approximately $130 million in compensation to five individuals who experienced liver damage from consuming bottled water sold by a Las Vegas company. The product was later recalled from retailers in 2021. The jury at Clark County District Court granted over $30 million in compensatory
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Israel has implemented financial limitations on the primary United Nations organization that offers assistance in the Gaza Strip. This action resulted in the prevention of a shipment of food intended for 1.1 million Palestinians in the war-torn area, according to the agency’s director on Friday. The limitations worsened a conflict between Israel and UNRWA. The
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In England, a large number of young doctors will participate in a five-day strike this month due to an ongoing disagreement over their pay with the British government. The British Medical Association, which represents junior doctors, announced on Friday that the government did not meet the deadline for presenting a better pay offer. As a
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A woman from Brooklyn who admitted to committing fraud in relation to multiple schemes during the pandemic has been given a sentence of three years probation and ordered to pay $650,000 in penalties on Thursday. According to prosecutors, Chanette Lewis, who is 32 years old, utilized her position at a call center, which is part
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