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Sociologist Tressie McMillan Cottom shares why political self-care isn't about disengaging

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In harsh winter weather, you may have experienced a surprising "frost quake."

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Americans hit by massive snow storms are feeling 'frost quake' booms, a startling and mysterious phenomenon

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Judge J. Cedric Simpson and defendant.

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Defendant catches beloved judge off guard  when asked if he was 'coerced' into pleading guilty

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Mel Robbins.

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Mel Robbins reveals the 6 'magic words' she says will stop anxiety in its tracks

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Brothers vs. Sisters: Who is actually kinder to their siblings? Science finally has an answer.

We assume boys are the aggressive ones, but a new global study suggests that when it comes to family, the rules change completely.

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In 1999, Genesis quietly revamped a '70s classic with Peter Gabriel and it remains sadly overlooked

This stunning, updated track still feels like a gorgeous glimpse of what could have been.

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Science

'Intelligent' neck device detects words and emotions, giving stroke survivors a literal new voice

The wearable device achieved 96 percent accuracy.

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Culture

A counseling professor unpacks the difference between letting go and making up

Understanding what does and doesn't come with forgiving someone can make all the difference.

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Social media, Stress, Anxiety, Technology, Political violence, Digital well-being, Violent imagery, Charlie Kirk

Social media often serves up disturbing images but you can minimize your exposure.

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How to avoid seeing disturbing video on social media and protect your peace of mind

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10-year-old handpan artist Sprites has gone viral with a soothing performance.

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10-year-old girl goes viral with soothing virtuoso song on her 'UFO' handpan drum

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These are the saddest songs ever recorded according to science and fans

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Pit bulls saves unconscious couple after flagging down a stranger

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Jordan speaking at a ribbon cutting ceremony for one of the earlier Novant Health clinics in 2019.

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NBA legend Michael Jordan opens up fourth North Carolina health clinic for the uninsured

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Pizza will find a way.

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Employee scolded for buying homeless man a pizza, customer came up with an idea to help

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Martin Luther King Jr. became involved not just in fights over racial equality but also economic hardship.

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Martin Luther King Jr. was ahead of his time in pushing for universal basic income

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Giving a secondhand gift is more thoughtful than one would think.

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People now say that secondhand gifts are classier than those that are brand new

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A rideshare driver is pointing out that Uber is treating both drivers and riders unfairly.

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Man breaks down how much he makes from Uber, enraging both drivers and passengers

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No more new pennies.

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After over 230 years, we say goodbye to the penny. Here’s how much it cost to make one.

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How much of this juice is "made with real fruit" anyway?

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Experts and consumers reveal 11 marketing terms and phrases that mean absolutely nothing

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Tax pros share 5 weird things they've seen people try to write off.

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Tax pros share the 5 'craziest,' 'dumbest' things they've seen people try to write off

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Your tipping generosity might be related to your generation.

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Are you a good tipper? Turns out your generation might have something to do with it.

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Young people are confused by these frugal habits of older people.

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4 frugal habits of older generations that younger people find weird or obsolete

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It doesn't have to be expensive to provide your family tasty, nutritious food.

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6 frugal meals for families that feel like you’re eating like a king

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Malaria is transmitted to people by mosquitoes infected with a parasite from the Plasmodium family.

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Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite

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A CEO claims she can immediately tell how successful you are by how you order coffee

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(L) Kids wrestling in the yard; (R) young children playing chess

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10 boys and 10 girls were left alone in separate houses and the results were wildly different

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Chris Hemsworth at the 2015 Critics' Choice Movie Awards

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Chris Hemsworth made one lifestyle change after his Alzheimer's diagnosis that we should all commit to

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The U.S. Navy's secret to falling asleep in 120 seconds is a massive game-changer for insomniacs

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Can’t stop replaying conversations in your head? Here's how to finally shut them down.

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Opportunities to show compassion often feel difficult, but exercising virtue seems to help people cope.

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New study suggests compassion, patience, and self-control are great 'selfish' choices for your own happiness

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Research shows that the brain can be exercised, much like our muscles.

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Neurologist explains why 'novelty' is a brilliant workout for your brain's health

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Leonard Cohen and a monk meditating.

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Legendary folk singer Leonard Cohen said a monk helped free him from negative thinking

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