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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

How Brainpower and Schooling Affect Mental Health

A big study looked at how smart someone is and how much school they had affects their mental health later in life. Researchers gathered data from over 272, 000 Norwegian men. When these men were around 18, they took intelligence tests. Then, when they were between 36 and 40, the researchers checked

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Jun 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Social Network: A New Chapter

Aaron Sorkin is back with a fresh take on the Facebook story. This time, he's not just writing but also directing a follow-up to his Oscar-winning film, The Social Network. The new project, titled The Social Network Part II, is in the works at Sony Pictures. It's not a direct sequel but more of a co

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Phthalates in Our Lives: A Hidden Threat

Phthalates are sneaky chemicals that can mess with our bodies, especially the male reproductive system. One of the worst offenders is di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHxP). Even though Europe banned it in 2020, people are still getting exposed to it. How? Well, sunscreen might be the culprit. Some sunscreens

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Jun 26 2025SPORTS

Detroit Golf Club: Weather's Big Test for 2025 Rocket Classic

The 2025 Rocket Classic is set to challenge players in more ways than one. Last year, the tournament saw a mix of great golf and weather troubles. The first two days were fantastic, with players scoring well. But then, the weather stepped in, causing delays and pushing back the third round. The PGA

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Jun 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Midwest's Heat Crisis: More Than Just Hot Weather

The Midwest is facing a serious heat crisis. People are flocking to water spots to cool down, but this comes with risks. Drownings have been reported at lakes and rivers. In Chicago, the fire department got 90 calls over the weekend alone. Authorities are warning everyone to be careful around water.

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Doctors' Beliefs: How Faith Shapes Healing

Doctors in the USA have a lot on their plates. They deal with life and death every day. So, it's no surprise that many turn to spirituality or religion to find meaning. A recent study shed light on this topic. It showed that many internal medicine doctors have strong spiritual or religious beliefs.

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

The ADHD Medication Boom: Are We Seeing Real Benefits?

Over the past two decades, ADHD medication prescriptions have skyrocketed globally. This surge raises a big question: Are these meds actually making a difference in people's lives as they become more common? ADHD medications are designed to help people focus and manage their symptoms. But with more

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Understanding Violence in Relationships: A Look at Burkina Faso During COVID-19

In Burkina Faso, a recent study looked at how common violence between partners was during the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that nearly 3 out of 10 women experienced some form of violence from their partner in 2021. This is almost double the rate from 2010. The study focused on women aged 15 to 49.

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

A Difficult Journey: Afghan Refugee Mothers in Pakistan

Afghan refugee women in Pakistan face big hurdles when trying to get healthcare during pregnancy and childbirth. This is especially true in Balochistan, a province that struggles with poverty and weak healthcare systems. The COVID-19 pandemic made things even harder for these women. Balochistan is

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Jun 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Smart Tech Helps Clean Up China's Water

In small towns across China, wastewater treatment plants are having a tough time. These plants use special ponds called ecological combination ponds (ECPs) to clean water. But when the water coming in changes a lot, it's hard to adjust the settings. This leads to too much air being pumped in and too

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