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Prebiotic sodas promise to boost your gut health. Here’s what to eat instead
Prebiotic sodas are being marketed as a tool for boosting gut health through fiber intake, but experts suggest that dietary tweaks could be more beneficial. The big picture: Gut microbes, that are fed by fiber, are critical for human health and are linked to controlling blood sugar levels, lowering cholesterol and inflammation, and reducing the […]
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Up First Briefing: Biden’s Grand Canyon national monument; health tips from Japan.
President Biden is designating nearly a million acres near the Grand Canyon as a national monument to protect Indigenous lands and prevent new uranium mining. Details on new National Monument: Biden’s designation aims to safeguard lands considered sacred to Indigenous populations and halt new uranium mining operations. * The Havasupai tribe has advocated for this […]
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How many voters does it take to make a majority? Why Ohio’s Issue 1 is controversial
Ohio voters will decide on Issue 1, a measure which could raise the threshold for voter approval of amendments to Ohio’s constitution from a simple majority to 60%. The backstory: The proposal for Issue 1 came from Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who argues it’s about keeping out-of-state special interests from influencing Ohio’s constitution. […]
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New national monument comes after more than a decade of advocacy by Native nations
President Biden is announcing a new national monument in Arizona targeted at protecting Native American sacred sites that spans nearly a million acres of federally-owned land. Context: Only one tribe, the Havasupai, actually lives within the Grand Canyon and has been advocating for land protection for decades, especially after President Obama put a 20-year ban […]
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There’s money in Magic: The booming business of rare game cards
The business of collecting rare game cards, such as Magic: The Gathering, is booming with sales reaching seven-figure totals and celebrity purchases driving up market interest. Record-breaking purchase: Pop star Post Malone recently bought a unique Magic * This marked the first time a card from Magic: The Gathering crossed the million-dollar mark, raising the […]
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At Fancy Farm, old jabs at McConnell take on new meaning amid health concerns
Sen. Mitch McConnell faced calls for his retirement at Kentucky’s Fancy Farm picnic amid growing health concerns. Event Recap: Sen. Mitch McConnell faced a lively crowd at the 143rd Fancy Farm picnic, a major political event in Kentucky where Republicans and Democrats pitch to voters. * Amid the typical cheers, boos, and political jabs, McConnell’s […]
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Trump’s legal team offer more lax rules for a proposed protective order in Jan. 6 case
Former President Donald Trump’s legal team proposes less restrictive guidelines for a potential protective order in the Jan. 6 criminal case against Trump. Clash of priorities: Trump’s lawyers are negotiating less restrictive rules over what details can be publicly disclosed, while federal prosecutors wish to keep cases details under restricted view. * Trump’s legal team […]
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Tuesday’s Mega Millions now at $1.55 billion, the 3rd-largest in U.S. lottery history
Tuesday’s Mega Millions prize has reached $1.55 billion, making it the third-largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history. Driving the news: The estimated $1.55 billion prize has been growing due to 31 consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner. * The last jackpot win was on April 18. * Each drawing without a winner pushes the prize […]
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Only 1 in 5 people with opioid addiction get the medications to treat it, study finds
A recent study found that only one in five people suffering from opioid addiction in the US receive proper medications for their condition. Key Findings: The study revealed that only 20% of people with opioid use disorder receive medications like methadone, buprenorphine, or extended-release naltrexone, which are considered gold standard for opioid treatment. * These […]
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England beats Nigeria despite a red card, and Australia advances as Sam Kerr returns
In the latest Women’s World Cup updates, England narrowly wins against Nigeria despite losing a player to a red card, while Australia moves on with the return of star player Sam Kerr. In the spotlight: England battled Nigeria in a high-stakes match which ended in England’s victory despite being down a player. * England played […]