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Health Implications of Wearing Shoes Indoors: An Examination
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Shoes can carry bacteria, heavy metals, and pesticide residues into the house. Removing shoes at the door can limit the spread of germs and potentially toxic dust. Keeping the home dust-free, using wet mops instead of brooms, and regularly cleaning horizontal surfaces can help reduce toxins. CDC Warns of Deadly Monkeypox Strain Spreading Rapidly
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023The CDC has issued a warning about a deadly and fast-spreading strain of the monkeypox virus known as Clade I. The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported over 12,500 monkeypox cases and nearly 600 suspected deaths since January. The virus variant in the DRC is more virulent and has a higher fatality rate than the previous variant. Health officials in Rhode Island and Nashville, Tennessee, have also reported a surge in monkeypox cases. NFL Week 14: Key Matchups and Predictions
Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023The Buffalo Bills face a crucial game against the Kansas City Chiefs, where a win keeps their slim playoff hopes alive The predictions for Week 14 are based on a model that projects every game 10,000 times to generate win probabilities The Cincinnati Bengals, led by Jake Browning, are expected to perform impressively The Buffalo Bills are predicted to defeat the Chiefs, which is a bold prediction considering the current standings Nicki Minaj Releases 'Pink Friday 2', 13 Years After Original
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Nicki Minaj has released her fifth studio album, 'Pink Friday 2', 13 years after the original. The album was released on her 41st birthday. The album features 22 tracks and includes collaborations with Drake, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, Lil Uzi Vert, and Future. Minaj's fans, known as Barbz, created 'Gag City', a pink AI metropolis inspired by the album's cover. Bond Yields Rise as Strong U.S. Jobs Report Spurs Market Reactions
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Swap contracts now show a 40% probability of a rate cut in March, down from over 50% prior to the report. U.S. two-year yields jumped 11 basis points to 4.71%, and the dollar gained. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield rose about 10 basis points after the release of November's payrolls report, jumping to 4.27% from 4.18% just before the release. Public Opinion Shifts on Biden's Handling of Israel-Hamas Conflict
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023Older Americans are more likely to approve of Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict than younger Americans. 59% of Democrats approve of Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, up from 50% in November. Many young progressives are protesting the administration's stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. LeBron James Leads Lakers to NBA In-Season Tournament Final
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023LeBron James led the Lakers to a dominant victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA In-Season Tournament semi-finals. The Lakers will now face the Indiana Pacers in the tournament final. James scored 30 points, provided eight assists, and collected five rebounds in less than 23 minutes on the court. In the other semi-final, the Indiana Pacers defeated the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks. Controversial Penalty Contributes to Steelers' Loss to Patriots
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the New England Patriots in a game marked by a controversial penalty. The penalty was called on the Steelers' long snapper, Christian Kuntz, for a false start, despite his body not moving prior to the snap. The Steelers have now lost consecutive games to teams with records at least eight games below .500. The loss has put the Steelers' playoff chances in jeopardy. Sophie Turner Confirms Relationship with British Aristocrat Peregrine Pearson
Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023Sophie Turner is in a relationship with British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson. Peregrine Pearson is the eldest son and heir of Michael Pearson, the 4th Viscount Cowdray. Sophie Turner is currently going through a divorce process with her estranged husband, Joe Jonas. Emma Stone's 'Poor Things': A Journey of Self-Discovery and Liberation
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023The film 'Poor Things' is directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and is based on the 1992 novel by Alasdair Gray. Emma Stone plays Bella Baxter, a Victorian woman who undergoes a mother-daughter cranial transplant. The film explores themes of sexual liberation, control, and self-actualization. The film is visually stunning, with a futuristic, candy-colored vision of the 19th century. The film is rated R for gore, disturbing material, graphic nudity, language, and strong sexual content. It will be released in theaters on December 8, 2023.