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More schools are banning smartphones, but kids keep bringing them
At Bullard High School in Fresno, California, it's easy to see the benefits of banning students' cellphones. Bullying is down and socialization is up, principal Armen Torigian said. … more
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Counties with the highest unemployment in South Carolina
Unemployment rates are rising across U.S. metropolitan areas, provoking alarm across the nation and likely leading to interest rate cuts in September. As of July, unemployment rates increased in … more
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North America's favorite sports franchises
The national leagues of football, basketball, hockey and baseball, known as the "Big Four" are currently all billion-dollar industries. As a result, it is fair to say that North America has cemented … more
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Can relocation trends by Americans across state lines swing the 2024 election?
Will recent moves by Americans across state lines decide this year's presidency? After all, just about 13% of Americans relocate yearly, and almost 20% are between states. According to … more
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'Hurricane season from hell' could drive up home insurance costs on vulnerable U.S. coastline
Weather experts have warned that the 2024 hurricane season could be especially destructive. The U.S. could see five to eight hurricane impacts, three to five of those major, according to the … more
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The state of American divorce in 2024
 
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Trends in data breaches across 10 commonly targeted industries
If you've ever worked in any number of office jobs, you've probably become familiar with mandatory computer safety training courses and those persistent reminders to change your password every few … more
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8 buddy cop films that bring the humor and the heat
A gruff middle-aged detective (Nick Nolte) springs a young street-smart bank robber (Eddie Murphy) from prison to help him catch his late partner's killers. Hijinks ensue and an unlikely partnership … more
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The Southeast has the highest rate of babies with low birth weights
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What happens to your passwords when you die?
You already know having a will is important . Personal assets like homes, cars, jewelry, and other physical items need a place to go after you're gone. But what about your digital … more
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Highest-paid CEOs in America
Among the most hotly contested debates in America is what to make of the vast discrepancy between the salaries of the country's top-earning CEOs and the average workers at their companies. … more
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The 10 Healthiest (and Unhealthiest) Fast Food Sandwiches in America
One of the most effective ways to manage your weight and health is to eat a nutritious diet with whole foods.  But even as you build healthy eating habits , you may find yourself … more
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What you need to know about QR code scams and how to stay safe
QR codes skyrocketed in popularity during the touch-free days of the COVID-19 pandemic, and now they're everywhere. From menus to forms and posters, who doesn't like these scannable shortcuts to … more
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25 best Western films of all time, according to critics
For decades, the most popular movie genre in America was the Western. Audiences loved gun-slinging sheriffs, dashing outlaws, thundering cattle drives, horseback pursuits, and majestic landscapes. … more
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How forecasts of bad weather can drive up your grocery bill
It's no secret that a warming world will drive food prices higher, a phenomenon increasingly known as " heatflation ." What's less known, but a growing area of interest among economists and … more
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Why is a Roth IRA better than a traditional one for beneficiaries?
In a recent episode of her "Women & Money" podcast, personal finance expert Suze Orman provided key insights into the benefits of inheriting a Roth IRA compared to a traditional IRA, emphasizing … more
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The most hurricane-vulnerable counties in 2024
Which U.S. counties are most likely to be impacted by hurricanes?  With a hectic hurricane season forecasted for this summer, LawnStarter ranked 2024's most hurricane-vulnerable … more
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The most popular TV shows to stream right now
When Netflix launched its streaming service in 2007, it changed the way we consume television, but it wasn't until 2013 that the platform completely reinvented the industry by morphing into its own … more
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Consumers with 1 credit card have lower debt and better credit, on average
Minimalism has been sparking joy for more than a decade. Multiple international bestsellers and Netflix productions on decluttering, along with plenty of TikToks, all suggest that the … more
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Ever wonder what's inside big rigs? These are the most common goods shipped by trucks
Drivers may take notice when behind a logging truck on the interstate, a semi towing a livestock trailer, or a loudly branded Amazon shipping container, but what about the many more semitrucks … more
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