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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Spotting Bird Flu: How It's Different from Seasonal Flu

Last month, a teenager in Canada made headlines when she fought for her life due to a severe bird flu infection. Her symptoms started with pink eye and a fever, and she initially tested positive for influenza A. Further testing revealed she had the H5N1 virus, which is bird flu. Bird flu is caused b

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

The LA Fires: Are We Missing the Bigger Picture?

When a disaster like the recent fires in Los Angeles strikes, it's natural for people to start pointing fingers. Bret and Gail, two commentators, share their thoughts on this. Bret feels upset seeing the devastation — homes, businesses, and neighborhoods gone. He believes this is a moment for everyo

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Swapping Time: Swap Sitting for Activity, Dodge Fat!

A fascinating study from São Paulo, Brazil, delved into how changing our daily routine can impact our weight. The research involved 394 adults, mainly women, and looked at how swapping sitting time for physical activity affects obesity indicators like BMI, waist circumference, and body fat. Partici

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

How Housing Costs Affect Australian Well-being

Imagine you're Australian, and the cost of your housing keeps rising. What happens to your health and happiness? Researchers looked into this, using a special method to compare locals' health and life satisfaction when housing prices go up. They found that high housing costs can make your body feel

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Jan 13 2025SPORTS

Basketball Legend Pat Riley: The Cost of Excellence

Pat Riley, a basketball legend, has been chasing greatness for nearly six decades. He's done it as a player, coach, and now as an executive. But he admits that this lifelong pursuit has come at a price. Recently, he opened up about the sacrifices he's made, including his health and relationships, on

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

California Wildfires: A Billion-Dollar Blaze with No End in Sight

The wildfires raging across California might turn out to be the most expensive disaster in US history. The fires have already scorched over 40, 000 acres, according to CalFire. Governor Gavin Newsom warned that the costs and scale of the fires could be unprecedented. As of Saturday, sixteen people h

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Jan 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Winds and Wildfires: Southern California's New Threat

Southern California is bracing for a tough few days. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning that will last until Wednesday night. This means strong winds and dry conditions are expected, making it easier for wildfires to start and spread. The warning covers areas like Los Angeles

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Jan 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

How T-Mobile is Helping L. A. Wildfire Victims

In the aftermath of California's wildfires, T-Mobile has stepped up to lend a helping hand. Their store on 1318 Huntington Dr. , South Pasadena, CA 91030, is now a hub for free Wi-Fi and round-the-clock device charging. You don't need to be a T-Mobile customer to use these services. The company is a

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Jan 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Seeing Palisades Fire Damage from Above

High above Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, AIR7 helicopter captured a detailed, block-by-block view of the destruction caused by the Palisades Fire. Using Skymap technology, they provided residents with an aerial perspective that showed the devastating impact. Gabe Santos, an ABC7 reporter, explaine

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Jan 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

TV Shows to Watch If You Loved Power

Are you hooked on the crime drama "Power"? It's all about James "Ghost" St. Patrick, who juggles being a nightclub owner and a drug lord. He dreams of leaving his criminal life behind, but it's not that simple. "Power" is addictive, and once you're done, you might wonder what else is out there. Well

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