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Feb 12 2025WEATHER

Frosty Frenzy: Snow and Cold Sweep Across America

Cold weather is taking over many parts of the United States. Schools and roads are shut down due to heavy snow and freezing conditions. More than 99 million people are affected by weather alerts. The Northeast, Great Plains, and Midwest are affected the most. The capital city, Washington D. C. ,

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Feb 12 2025FINANCE

Scams and Seniors: What Puts Older Adults in Trouble?

Ever wondered why some older folks fall for scams? It's not just about them as individuals but the risks they take. Imagine this: a senior citizen enters random sweepstakes or picks up every unknown call. This puts the individual in a potential dangerous situation. This risky behavior gives

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Tremors and Tiny Tots: How Vitamin B12 Deficiency Affects Kids

Kids need certain vitamins and minerals as part of their diet to grow up strong and healthy. When babies and young children do not get enough vitamin B12, a serious problem can come up. Those early signs of a vitamin B 12 shortfall include tremors, developmental delays and anemia. Some children ma

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Feb 12 2025SPORTS

Eagles Fans Celebrate with a Shopping Spree

Fans of the Eagles were thrilled after their big win. The excitement of the championship win was most evident in the sales of Eagles merchandise. Fanatics, which sells officially-licensed NFL gear, reported record sales in the 24 hours after the win. This win brought them a new record for 24-hour sa

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Whooping Cough's Worrying Comeback: What's Happening and Why It Matters

Whooping cough, a disease that was once common in the 1800s, is making a worrying comeback. In 2024, more than 35, 000 cases were reported, and sadly, ten children lost their lives to the illness. This is the highest number of deaths since 2017, when 13 people died. The disease is caused by a bact

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Feb 12 2025AGRICULTURE

The Optimal Setup of Farm Fresh Cold Storage

Just picture this: farmers from fields to fridge. Make perfect sense, right? Cold storage is key. It keeps food fresh and extends its life. You see, different fruits and veggies need different fridge temperatures. Sometimes, there's just too much stuff to store in one place. So, what's the solution?

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Ouch! The Shoulder Blues: A Look at US Emergency Room Visits

Shoulder injuries are a big deal in emergency rooms across the US. These injuries are a major reason why people end up in emergency departments (EDs). Imagine this: from 2006 to 2016, a lot of folks walked into EDs with shoulder issues. These injuries can happen in many ways, from sports accidents t

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Feb 12 2025BUSINESS

The Cost of Protectionism

In the heart of Denver, Sandra Payne, the brain behind Denver Concrete Vibrator, is worried. Her business depends on steel and other raw materials from China, Canada, and Mexico. But now, President Trump's new tariffs are making her life harder. Her company makes tools for concrete and other indust

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

How Past Traumas Shape Present Choices: ACEs and Unexpected Pregnancies

Let's dive into a disturbing truth. Many people's choices of pregnancy may be highly influenced without us thinking. Adverse childhood experiences how so? These are traumatic events like abuse, neglect, or family dysfunction that stick with us. New interviews showed that people who went through

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Fit Older Adults, Fit Kidneys?

Ever heard the phrase "use it or lose it"? Well, it turns out that keeping moving might help keep your kidneys in good shape too. First, let's talk about why kidneys are important. Imagine them as your body's filters. They clean your blood and make sure everything is balanced. When they aren't wor

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