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Why Legal Sports Betting is a Win-Win

December 12, 2024

Since 2018, when the U. S. Supreme Court allowed states to decide on sports betting, the landscape has changed. Today, nearly 40 states and Washington D. C. have embraced legal sports betting. This change has brought a safe and regulated way for Americans to enjoy their favorite sports. Legal sport

lifestyle

Upgrade Your Workspace: Simple Ways to Transform Your Office Chair

December 11, 2024

Feeling uncomfortable in your office chair? Let's fix that! Start by giving your back some love. A cushion for your lower back, costing about $35, can make a huge difference. Picture a cozy pillow supporting your spine. Next, protect your floors and keep your chair in place with a chair mat. Ever th

business

What 2025 Might Bring for AI and Cryptocurrencies

December 11, 2024

As the year changes and a new president settles into the Oval Office, investors are notably curious about where they can expect higher-than-average returns. The wind is currently blowing in favor of favorable interest rate adjustments and incoming regulators in the new administration are predicted t

politics

Thinking Outside the Box: Protecting Trump and Redefining Secret Service Roles

December 11, 2024

A congressional task force has been digging into the scary moments when someone tried to hurt Donald Trump during his presidential campaign. They're saying the Secret Service needs to change how they do things. For one, they think the Secret Service should protect fewer foreign leaders, especially d

health

Discovering Protective Genes: How SORL1 Fights Alzheimer's Across Different Populations

December 10, 2024

Alzheimer's disease is a tough battle, but some people have a secret weapon: a gene called SORL1. This gene seems to have a powerful shield against the disease, and it works its magic across different ethnic groups. However, scientists haven't studied this enough in diverse populations. Let's dig in

business

Big Companies Hire Protection After CEO Shooting

December 9, 2024

The tragic shooting of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson, has sparked a wave of action among major companies. To safeguard their top executives, businesses are now hiring protection managers. Just a few days after the incident, Amazon advertised for an executive protection manager. The job invo

health

Saving Brains: Helping Heart Arrest Survivors

December 9, 2024

Experiencing a heart arrest can be really scary. Even if you survive, your brain might get injured, which is one of the main reasons people die or face difficulties later. Doctors have found that taking care of patients in intensive care using special techniques, like cooling the body to a certain t

technology

Scribe Step-Up: Amazon's 2024 E-Reader gets a Makeover

December 9, 2024

Amazon's Kindle Scribe has returned, boasting improvements that might please note-takers, though current owners aren't missing much. This new model, pricier than its predecessor, comes with a redesigned, more paper-like 10. 2-inch screen and an upgraded stylus. While these upgrades slightly enhance

politics

The Vanishing Workers: Federal Office Ghost Towns

December 9, 2024

Have you ever wondered where federal workers are these days? According to Senator Joni Ernst, a whopping 94% of them are either out of sight or working remotely, long after the pandemic has ended. DC's federal buildings are a ghost town, with a measly 12% occupancy rate. What's the deal with all th

science

AI in Aging: A Peek into the Future

December 9, 2024

Imagine a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) helps scientists understand aging better than ever before. This field isn't short on data—it's overflowing with it! And that's where AI comes in. Tools like Large Language Models (LLMs) can evaluate geroprotective interventions, those designed to pr