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Why Your Health Insurance Costs Keep Rising
The Brief October 22, 2025 SNAP benefits at risk due to the government shutdown, the AG putting Big Tech on trial, and more Skip backward 15 seconds Length: Long Speed: 1.0x Skip forward 15 seconds Jacob McDonald knows he’s lucky to have a good health insurance plan through his employer, a tech company. But when…
Read MoreThe Worst Thing to Say to Someone With ADHD
We’ll save you the trouble of wondering: Yes, people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have considered using a planner, setting an alarm clock, and creating reminders on their phone. No, those suggestions aren’t helpful. In fact, these are among the worst things you can say to someone with ADHD, which is characterized by symptoms like having…
Read MoreIs 4,000 Steps Enough? A New Study Suggests It May Be
You’ve probably heard this one a few times before: Research suggests that exercise is linked to a longer life. What’s more surprising is that a tiny amount of activity could have a noticeable effect, according to a study published Tuesday in the British Journal of Sports Medicine that included more than 13,000 women with an…
Read MoreWhat Do Sexual Dreams Really Mean?
If you’ve ever woken up from a sexual dream feeling hot and bothered or utterly mystified by what just happened (with your ex, your boss, or some celebrity) while you were sleeping, you’re not alone. Sexual dreams are common: In a 2019 study of nearly 3,000 adults, people estimated that 18% of their dreams were…
Read MoreTrans Texas college students bearing more hostility as officials push binary gender definitions
For mental health support for LGBTQ youth, call the Trevor Project’s 24/7 toll-free support line at 866-488-7386. For trans peer support, call the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860. You can also reach a trained crisis counselor through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. This story first published on The Texas Tribune on October 21, 2025. (The Texas Tribune)…
Read More10 Items You Need for a November Home Refresh: Amazon, Brooklinen, Free People & More
If you’re not quite ready to start decorating for the holidays and want to extend the fall vibes just a little longer, you’re not alone. As we ease into November and the rest of the fall season, it’s a great time to refresh your home. November marks the start of a new month, so why…
Read MoreJennifer Hudson Reveals What Makes Her Relationship With Common Work
The one where fans had no idea their favorite Friends couple actually had feelings for each other. During the iconic NBC series’ HBO Max reunion special, Aniston and Schwimmer admitted they nursed crushes on each other during the first season. As Schwimmer explained, “Yeah, the first season we—I had a major crush on Jen.” Aniston countered, “It…
Read MoreFall marks the perfect time to start planting wildflowers
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Don’t put away the gardening tools just yet. As fall sets in, the season offers a prime opportunity for planting various species to ensure a vibrant garden come spring. Dr. Michael Arnold, Professor and Director of the Garden at Texas A&M University, emphasizes that fall is an ideal time for planting as…
Read MoreRyan Seacrest Reveals His New Wheel of Fortune Rule After Derek Hough’s Mishap
DWTS’ Derek Hough May Have Accidentally Revealed Sex of First Baby With Hayley Erbert Ryan Seacrest can buy a vowel, but not a new wheel. The American Idol host—who began his Wheel of Fortune hosting duties last year—has now also taken over Pat Sajak’s Celebrity Wheel of Fortune gig, where he recently welcomed Dancing With…
Read MoreTexas voters decide on homestead exemption increases in constitutional election
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — On the top of each ballot this election are 17 constitutional amendments voters will need to decide on. A majority of those propositions are related to the state’s tax code. Two of the propositions, 11 and 13, would increase the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000 for the average homeowner, and up…
Read MoreAmazon cloud outage takes down many online services around the world
LONDON (AP) — A problem with Amazon’s cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world Monday, taking down a broad range of online services, including social media, gaming, food delivery, streaming and financial platforms. The disruption and the ensuing exasperation it caused served as the latest reminder that 21st century society is increasingly dependent…
Read MoreShahs of Sunset’s Mercedes Javid Files for Divorce From Tommy Feight
It’s over for Mercedes “MJ” Javid and Tommy Feight. The Shahs of Sunset star filed to divorce her husband after seven years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split, according to documents obtained by TMZ. Mercedes listed the date of separation as Oct. 17 and wants to block the court’s ability to award spousal…
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