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If I could go anywhere: Greek cake shops, the Athenian countryside and the sanctuary of Artemis at Brauron

In this series we pay tribute to the art we wish could visit — and hope to see once travel restrictions are lifted. In Book Two of the Republic, Plato famously describes the “fevered” city, a town [...]
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Video gaming can bolster classroom learning, but not without teacher support

One highlight of my Grade 3 life was dying from dysentery at the hands of a video game. I was ahead on schoolwork, and allowed to use the classroom computer to pioneer a family across [...]
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AI chatbots are still far from replacing human therapists

Imagine being stuck in traffic while running late to an important meeting at work. You feel your face overheating as your thoughts start to race along: “they’re going to think I’m a horrible employee,” “my [...]
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Florida Ranks 2nd Nationally for Mold-Prone Homes in The US

Florida sits uncomfortably close to the top of every list nobody wants to lead: states where homes are most likely to harbor or develop mold. Recent analysis from Anderson Air, cross-referencing climate records, housing ages, [...]
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3 ways to unlock the power of food to promote heart health

Your diet — the foods and drinks you eat, not short-term restrictive programs — can impact your heart disease risk. Evidence-based approaches to eating are used by dietitians and physicians to prevent and treat cardiovascular [...]
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Bye-bye Back Pain: Discover Natural Relief from Back Pain

Back pain can be debilitating, affecting your ability to enjoy everyday activities. The good news is, you don’t have to rely solely on medications to find relief. At livingnwell.com, we believe in the power of [...]
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A Guide to the Dominican Republic: Exploring Interesting Places from Punta Cana by Rental Car

The Dominican Republic is not just about stunning beaches; it’s full of unique places that reveal the country from a completely different perspective. If you’re staying in Punta Cana, you can easily turn your vacation [...]
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Benefits of Active Kinetic 1 in Sport Wearables? A New Era of Wearable Tech with Active Kinetic 1

Active Kinetic 1 technology is revolutionizing technology by providing a sustainable and efficient way to power various devices. This innovative tech harnesses natural sources of movement and transforms it into usable free electricity. How Does Active [...]

Discover the Pinnacle of Luxury Properties in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Punta del Este, often referred to as the “St. Tropez of South America,” is a prime destination for luxury living and an attractive market for discerning buyers worldwide. With its breathtaking coastline, vibrant social scene, […]

Renovating your home could ruin your relationship … but it doesn’t have to

Many Canadians have turned to home renovations to find space — both literally and metaphorically — after a year of working, learning, exercising and doing just about everything else from home. As we head into spring and […]

What adds value to your house? How to decide between renovating and selling

The government’s HomeBuilder scheme allows certain home owners to apply for a tax-free grant of A$25,000 if they are spending between $150,000 and $750,000 renovating a home or building a new home. Eligibility criteria are strict. The scheme has […]

PFAS detected in dolphin milk may pass from mothers to calves

Researchers have found that a group of chemicals known as PFAS can be transferred from mother dolphins to their nursing [...]
Warmer streams may be draining river food webs by sending more carbon into the air

Rising stream temperatures may be weakening the foundation of river food webs by altering how carbon moves through these watery [...]
Want to restore oyster reefs? Find a site where they don’t wash away or become buried under the sand

Restoring once abundant oyster reefs in temperate marginal seas such as the North Sea is a challenging task. New research [...]

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