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Rhode Island's Top Baby Names: Charlotte and Liam Take the Lead

December 31, 2024

In the small state of Rhode Island, baby names have been following a clear trend over the past few years. For the third consecutive year, Charlotte has been the most popular name for girls. This year, there's a new king of the hill for boys: Liam. The health department shared this exciting news on M

environment

AI's Hidden Health Cost: The Air Pollution Truth

December 31, 2024

Did you know that the growth of AI is causing a big increase in air pollution? This pollution is coming from the power plants and backup generators that keep data centers running. These centers are where AI computers process all the data they need. By 2030, this air pollution could cause up to 1, 30

health

Stress at Work: How Job Factors Affect Men and Women Differently

December 30, 2024

Work stress is a big deal these days, and it hits men and women in different ways. This study took a closer look at how job challenges (like heavy workloads and tight deadlines) and job supports (such as having control over tasks and good leadership) impact stress levels for both genders. Researcher

business

Shopping in 2024: A Year of Savvy Spenders and Budget Dining

December 30, 2024

In 2024, shoppers and diners in the U. S. were more careful with their money. High housing and food prices made people choosy about where they spent. Wealthy folks, for instance, started shopping at stores like Walmart and Aldi instead of pricier places. Eating out? People opted for fast food or coo

sports

NFL Draft 2025: Early Peek at Top Picks and Team Standings

December 30, 2024

As the NFL season wraps up, some teams are gearing up for the playoffs while others are setting their sights on the future. The 2025 NFL Draft is starting to take shape, and teams are already eyeing top prospects. Let's dive into the projected draft order after Week 17, based on a mix of team perfor

finance

Stock Futures on Monday: A Look Ahead

December 30, 2024

As the year 2024 winds down, stock futures took a slight dip on Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures slipped by 93 points, or 0. 2%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures both dipped by 0. 3%. This comes after a successful year for these major averages, with the S&P 500 and Dow up by

health

Winter's Stomach Bug: Norovirus on the Rise

December 30, 2024

This winter, a nasty stomach bug is making a comeback in the US. Norovirus, the leading cause of foodborne illnesses, is seeing a surge in cases. In the first week of December, there were 91 outbreaks reported, a jump from 69 the previous week. Outbreaks are common in places where people are close t

environment

Why Do Some Swedish Men Deny Climate Change?

December 30, 2024

Have you ever wondered why some Swedish men are more likely to deny climate change than women? It turns out, this might be linked to something called "threatened masculinity. " This happens when men feel like their masculinity is being challenged or devalued, often due to changes in society that giv

health

How BMI Influences Hospital Stays for Men and Women with High Blood Pressure

December 30, 2024

Ever heard of BMI? It's a simple tool to check if your weight is healthy for your height. Doctors use it a lot. A recent study wondered if being too heavy or too light affects how long people with high blood pressure stay in the hospital. They also wanted to see if this impacts men and women differe

health

What's Up with Gaps in Heart Device Seals?

December 30, 2024

You know how doctors use special machines to take pictures of the heart? Well, they've been noticing something interesting about a device called WATCHMAN FLX. This device is like a little cap that's placed in the heart to stop clots. When doctors use a special kind of scan with dye, they sometimes s