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Hobbies can have a profound impact on physical and mental health. The National Institutes of Health says hobbies can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and may prolong life. Hobbies also enhance cognitive function and can foster social interactions that help to combat loneliness.
In a busy world...
When a person experiences a medical emergency, people may know the steps to take to get prompt assistance. Responding to an emergency typically involves administering first aid, calling trained emergency technicians and an ambulance, or driving to a hospital for care. But people may not know how to...
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As Minnesotans, we know how tough winter can be, and backyard birds face the same challenges. When the snow piles up and temperatures plummet, natural food sources become scarce. This is when bird feeders become a lifeline, providing...
Retirement is often characterized as a carefree time in life when adults who spent years in the workforce get to enjoy the fruits of their labors. But upon retiring, many retirees find themselves fighting boredom. A recent study from Indeed found that, as of March 2022, 3.2 percent of workers who...
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Serious gardeners who want to start large quantities of seeds will benefit from certain investments like artificial lights and heating pads. But for gardeners who are growing a small number of plants or just starting out, materials you...
Alcohol is ingrained in cultures spanning the globe. Whether it's a champagne toast at a wedding, a cocktails consumed in tribute at a retirement party or beers drank at a stadium tailgate, alcohol features prominently in many celebrations. But alcohol also is consumed outside special occasions,...
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Spring is spring-ing around the state. As asparagus grows and gets picked, asparagus beetles are showing up as well. This can be a tricky pest to manage, read on for tips on managing this beetle.
Asparagus beetles feed on spears...
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Cicada shells are easy to find on the side of trees and on sidewalks in the summer. Photo: Herbert A. 'Joe' Pase III, Texas A&M Forest Service, Bugwood.org
You may have seen on your social media that people are predicting a loud...
Dogs, particularly puppies, can be full of boundless energy. Channeling that energy into exercise with long walks or play sessions can help stem dogs' propensity to get into trouble around the house as they burn off extra adrenaline. Pets who don't have an energy outlet may chew off-limits objects...
Summer is peak travel season. Whether vacationers plan to travel internationally or domestically, they can expect to pay top dollar as they head off for parts unknown.
Much has been made of inflation over the last year-plus, as the cost of seemingly everything has risen considerably since early...
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