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Exercising to lose weight? Science says it rarely works.Nov 27, 2024 11:55 pm - With calories and weight control becoming top-of-mind topics as we enter the holiday season, what does the latest science say about our metabolisms. Can you increase it with exercise? Do men have a higher metabolism than women? Can we boost our metabolism? The answers may surprise you.
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Homebound seniors with health problems often have trouble getting careNov 27, 2024 11:33 pm - Almost 40 percent of homebound seniors live by themselves. That makes getting the right medical care, at the right time, challenging.
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Robotic shorts could help people walk farther. Yes, robotic shorts.Nov 27, 2024 11:17 pm - Scientists have developed robotic pants that help people expend less energy while walking. The “soft robotic shorts” could improve mobility and independence in older adults and frail people.
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Hidden ‘junk fees’ for trash pickup or common areas shock, anger tenantsNov 27, 2024 8:30 pm - Across the country, consumer advocates and policymakers have warned of a rise in extra fees charged by companies that are not obvious in the listed price. Some government agencies are working to address the issue of rising mandatory fees, but for now, these surprise fees continue to proliferate in rental housing.
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Netflix show revisits killing of 6-year-old JonBenét Ramsey: What happened?Nov 27, 2024 5:04 pm - Six-year-old JonBenet Ramsey was found dead in the basement of her parents’ home the day after Christmas in 1996. The tragic details — a tiny beauty pageant contestant bl...
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A brutally cold air mass is coming. How chilly will it get in your region?Nov 26, 2024 10:41 am - The weirdly warm November weather will soon come to a crashing end, thanks to an air mass moving from the Laptev Sea north of Russia — over 4,000 miles away from the U.S....
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How to roast a Thanksgiving turkey: Times and temperatures to count onNov 26, 2024 7:12 am - Picture your holiday turkey: Do you see the bronze bird as the centerpiece of a feast? Or do you envision a platter of crisp-skinned thighs nestled among a few favorite dishes for an intimate gathering?
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Tasters tried 8 popular stuffing mixes. There was one clear winner.Nov 26, 2024 7:10 am - Grocery-aisle stuffing is one way to save yourself some effort this Thanksgiving. There are options — some far better than others. And, tasters found, there’s one clear winner.
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This $18 crisp white wine from an outstanding producer is a great buyNov 26, 2024 4:56 am - Oregon pinot noir may be the ideal wine for the cornucopia of the Thanksgiving table. Here are two other options to consider as well.
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Fridge or counter? How to store leftover pie.Nov 25, 2024 3:11 pm - Pies are a labor of love when made from scratch. This is easily an hours-long process, so unless you plan on eating it all that day, it’s wise to consider how best to store it.