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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sara Porkalob Takes On Film and TV with Impression Entertainment

Sara Porkalob, known for her creative matrilineal musical trilogy The Dragon Cycle, has signed with Impression Entertainment to explore opportunities in film and television. Her acclaimed musicals, like Dragon Lady and Dragon Mama, have earned multiple awards, including Gregory and Elliot Norton Awa

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Nov 26 2024CELEBRITIES

Selma Blair's MS Journey: From Cane to Carpet

Selma Blair, known for her roles in movies like "Cruel Intentions" and "Legally Blonde, " recently made an appearance at the Elle Women in Hollywood event. She showed up in a stylish white dress and heels, leaving behind her walking cane and service dog, which had become her companions over the past

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Mental Health of South Sudanese Refugees: A Closer Look

South Sudan has been through a lot of conflict and people have been forced to leave their homes, both within the country and internationally. This has led to many different studies on mental health issues caused by trauma. Some studies show very different results, which can be confusing. To make sen

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Meet Anwar Fazal: The Breastfeeding Champion

Anwar Fazal is known for his relentless pursuit of healthier lives for babies and mothers worldwide. Over six decades, he's played a crucial role in setting up several civil society groups focused on health, human rights, environment, and peace. But his journey into the breastfeeding movement is par

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Nov 26 2024HISTORY

The Southern Migration after the Civil War: A Fresh Start or a Failed Dream?

Ever wondered what happened to the Confederates after the American Civil War ended? Well, some of them headed south, literally. They migrated to Mexico, hoping for a new beginning. Todd W. Wahlstrom's book, "The Southern Exodus to Mexico, " dives into this lesser-known story. It's not just about los

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Starbucks Faces Scheduling Snag Due to Vendor's Ransomware Woes

Imagine you're a barista at Starbucks, eagerly checking your schedule for the week. But hold on, something's not right. Your usual platform to view and manage your shifts is down. Why? A ransomware attack has hit one of Starbucks' software vendors, causing a major hiccup. Starbucks is working hard

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Nov 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Online Struggles: Email and Chat Services Down

Imagine this: You wake up, ready to start your workday. You open your laptop, only to find that your emails aren't loading, and your team chat is offline. This wasn't just a problem for a few people; it affected millions of users worldwide. Microsoft's services like Outlook and Teams crashed on Mond

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

How Labels Affect Parents' Choices for Kids' Drinks

In Mexico, a package warning label law popped up in 2020. It added a note about non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS), saying "Contains NNS. Avoid in children. " This study looked at how these labels influenced parental choices and health beliefs about kids' drinks. They studied 844 parents of kids aged 5-

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Nov 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sniper Elite: Resistance Preview - A Stealthy Return to WW2

Recently, the team behind Sniper Elite invited us to test out their upcoming game, Sniper Elite: Resistance. Set in Nazi-occupied France during World War 2, this sequel promises to be just as thrilling as the last one. The preview mission we played was massive, offering multiple paths and combat opt

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Nov 25 2024WEATHER

Thanksgiving Travel: Snow and Rain Alert in 14 States

Are you planning a Thanksgiving trip? Beware, multiple states are bracing for heavy snow and rain, which could disrupt your journey. States like Colorado, Idaho, and California are expecting up to 7 feet of snow in mountain areas. This snowfall is forecasted to cause travel chaos, especially since m

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