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boomers, gen Z, generations, politeness, social skills, generational habits, bridging the gap, miscommunication

Boomer and Gen Z

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mental health, happiness habits, Jeffrey Meltzer, TikTok therapy, wellness tips, morning routine, anxiety relief, emotional health, happiness ranking, life hacks

(L) Woman scrolls on her phone; (R) A happy young woman enjoying the sunshine

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gender stereotypes, homework answer, Yasmine Sutcliffe, female surgeons, representation in education, sexism in schools, hospital lady riddle, Robert Sutcliffe, early childhood development, career gender gap
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A student’s brilliant homework answer just outsmarted her teacher’s ridiculously sexist question

When asked to identify a "Hospital Lady," this 8-year-old girl provided a one-word answer that completely challenged a deeply ingrained gender stereotype.

michael jordan, novant health, north carolina health clinics, uninsured healthcare, wilmington nc, healthcare access, medical philanthropy, primary care, community health, affordable care act
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NBA star Michael Jordan opened a fourth North Carolina health clinic for the uninsured

The basketball icon is continuing to champion healthcare access for the uninsured across North Carolina.

marriage advice, healthy relationships, friendship in marriage, Arthur Brooks, John Gottman, companionate love, relationship secrets, long term marriage, marital success, expert relationship tips
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The one key aspect to a healthy marriage that can make your relationship last for a lifetime

Experts suggest that the true goal of your marriage should be friendship rather than passion.

kate bogner, scleroderma en coup de sabre, facial scars, skin positivity, self advocacy, national scleroderma foundation, body confidence, holistic health coach, overcoming bullying, autoimmune disease awareness
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Confident woman with a large facial scar reveals how she handles rude comments

A woman with a unique facial scar is currently going viral for her refusal to hide behind bangs or stay silent about rude comments.

lauren chan, sports illustrated swimsuit, plus size model, body positivity, lgbtq fashion, size inclusivity, queer representation, unretouched photos, henning brand, mental health
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SI's first out lesbian swimsuit cover model shares the raw photos that stayed behind the scenes

These angles rarely make it to the magazine pages, but Chan says they are the most important ones to see.

fart walk trend, Mairlyn Smith, walking after eating benefits, digestion tips, lower blood sugar naturally, Dr. Tim Tiutan, post-meal walk
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Doctors say the ‘fart walk’ trend might actually help you live longer

It has a funny name, but going for a stroll after dinner is serious business for your digestion and blood sugar.

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Hospice doctor shares what happens in the moments immediately after death

Dr. B.J. Miller describes the "palpable" feeling that lingers in the room and why he is comfortable not knowing the answers.

Motherhood, Safety net, Income inequality, Denmark, Gender inequality, Scandinavia, Government benefits, Mothers Day, Mother's Day, motherhood penalty
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Denmark’s generous parental leave policies erase eighty percent of the ‘motherhood penalty’

Paid leave and universal child care help moms stay attached to work, even as reduced hours trim pay.

third state of existence, xenobots and anthrobots, cellular consciousness, Alex Pozhitkov study, life after death science, biobots medicine, biological robots
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Scientists discover a mysterious 'third state' of existence beyond the boundaries of life and death

New research suggests that our cells might possess a strange form of sentience even after the body has died.

man, boy, manhood, character, influence, wealth, physical appearance, masculinity
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61-year-old says these are the 8 steps someone must take before they truly become a man

"There are a lot of people who live 80 years, die, and never become men."

Television, Disney, Sesame Street, Movies, Puppetry, Puppets, TV history, British TV, Saturday Night Live
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It’s easy making green: Muppets continue to make a profit 50 years into their run

From classroom to late night: how the Muppets dodged typecasting.

Mating strategy, Biology, Wildlife, Predictions, Mating, Hibernation, Groundhogs, Torpor, Wildlife biology
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There's a surprisingly spicy reason for 'Groundhog Day.' And yes, it's all about sex.

We think it's Groundhog's Day, but the groundhogs think it's Valentine's Day.

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A BMW salesman refused to let her test drive so she hit back with the perfect power move

She was ready to buy her dream car with cash, but the salesman’s rude behavior changed her mind immediately.