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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Is Light Pollution Blinding Us to the Dangers of Alzheimer's?

In a world where cities shine brighter than ever before, new research suggests our obsession with illuminating the night may be casting an ominous shadow over our mental health. A recent study by scientists at Rush University Medical Center found that states with the highest levels of artificial lig

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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tick-Tock, Your Health is in Vogue:The ScanWatch Nova Brilliant Arrives

Withings is dropping a smaller version of its ScanWatch Nova smartwatch, the ScanWatch Nova Brilliant, aimed at those with wrists that prefer a more delicate fit. Sporting a sleek 39mm face available in titanium silver or a chic silver and gold combo, this watch promises to blend the charm of class

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Sep 06 2024HEALTH

Can a Smart Ring Really Sleep Like a Baby (and Track It Too)?

You've probably heard of smartwatches, but what about smart rings? The RingConn Gen 2 claims to do it all – track your sleep, activity, heart rate, and even detect sleep apnea! One tech reviewer put it to the test, comparing it to their trusty Apple Watch for a week. They wore both devices while sl

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Sep 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Spotlight: U. S. Open Buzz, Movie Premieres, and Music Legends

This past week, the entertainment world was a whirlwind of activity, with stars gracing events from coast to coast. We saw major names at the 2024 U.S. Open, a star-studded premiere for Lee Daniels' 'The Deliverance,' and a vibrant celebration of music legends at the Fool in Love Festival. But bey

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Trump's Hush Money Case: Sentencing Looms, But Will It Stick?

The countdown is on for former President Donald Trump's sentencing in the hush money case. A New York judge is expected to announce the date on Friday, after a series of delays and legal maneuvers by Trump's team. He was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Can Employers Silence Workers' Voices? California's Battle Over 'Captive Audience' Meetings

California lawmakers are in a heated debate over whether employers should be allowed to force workers to attend meetings discussing unionization. Senate Bill 399 aims to ban these so-called 'captive audience' meetings, where bosses present their views on unions. But is this really about protecting

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Sep 06 2024FINANCE

Prospect Capital's Surprising Profit Boost Sparks Stock Rally

Prospect Capital (NASDAQ: PSEC) shares jumped in after-hours trading on the back of a strong earnings beat for its fiscal fourth quarter. The business development company posted net investment income per share of $0.25, easily topping analyst expectations of just $0.18. However, some key metrics di

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Sep 06 2024FINANCE

Crypto Mining Giant Bit Digital's Production Slumps, But Staking Rewards Rise

Bit Digital (BTBT), a major player in the cryptocurrency mining and digital asset space, recently announced that its bitcoin production dropped by 12% month-over-month in August. Despite this decline, the company saw an increase in staking rewards for ether (ETH) and earned significant revenue from

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Divided Opinions: Americans Weigh in on Biden's Business Dealings and Impeachment Inquiry

A recent poll by The Associated Press and NORC reveals a significant portion of American adults perceive President Joe Biden's business dealings with his son, Hunter Biden, as unethical or illegal. Specifically, 63% of U.S. adults hold this view, with 33% considering them unethical and 30% deeming

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Aug 28 2024BUSINESS

Foot Locker's Comeback: A Success Story in the Making

Foot Locker's Q2 2024 earnings report brought a breath of fresh air to the sneaker company, as it marked the first time in six quarters that comparable sales grew, reaching 2.6%. This positive trend surpassed analysts' expectations of a 0.7% uptick, and the gross margin expanded for the first time i

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