Lifestyle
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U.S. births fell last year, marking an end to the late pandemic rebound, experts say
Apr 28, 2024 8:29 am - U.S. births fell last year, in a substantial drop marking an apparent end to pandemic-related fluctuations and a return to a long-standing national decline.
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USDA updates rules for school meals that limit added sugars for the first time
Apr 28, 2024 8:28 am - The nation’s school meals will get a makeover under new nutrition standards that limit added sugars for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday.
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More doctors can prescribe a leading addiction treatment. Why aren’t more people getting help?
Apr 28, 2024 8:27 am - It’s easier than ever for doctors to prescribe a key medicine for opioid addiction. So why aren’t more doctors prescribing it?
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Mastering gluten-free cooking without breaking the bank
Apr 28, 2024 8:25 am - Despite what you may have heard, a gluten-free diet doesn’t need to be expensive or restrictive. And thanks to the growing awareness around celiac disease and gluten sensitivities, there’s never been a better time to try out gluten-free recipes.
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Good News Sunday: Aurora teacher gives students a sense of belongingApr 28, 2024 6:00 am - In this week’s Good News Sunday column, we recap stories about an award-winning fifth grade teacher, preschoolers releasing ladybugs for Earth Day and top volunteers honored in Schaumburg.
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SkyView: Panoramic shot shows off enormous sea of carsApr 28, 2024 6:00 am - One way to photograph the rows and rows of automobiles at the cashforcars.com storage lot in Elgin is with the panorama setting on a drone.
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How to escape from a money rut
Apr 28, 2024 5:52 am - Sometimes, climbing out of a money rut starts with a pep talk — to yourself. “I like affirmations and speaking out loud,” says Giovanna Gonzalez, a financial educator and...
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Grief & healing: Don’t forget to play; it can help rebuild your identityApr 27, 2024 6:00 am - A survivor may believe joining in some merriment may feel like a betrayal of the one who died. Why should we be happy when he or she can’t be here?
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West Suburban Humane Society to host Barkapalooza Sept. 29Apr 26, 2024 10:09 pm - Approximately 6.3 million dogs and cats enter U.S. shelters annually; 15% (920,000) are euthanized each year. The West Suburban Humane Society is a volunteer-based, no-ki...
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United Methodist Church of Geneva celebrates Earth Sunday with expoApr 26, 2024 1:14 pm - The United Methodist Church of Geneva celebrated Earth Day with an Earth Day themed service, Sunday school, and an expo following worship. The theme of Earth Day this ye...