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The productivity playlist: An upbeat list of songs to keep you motivated through your workday

A little music can go a long way. When it comes to workplace productivity, playing some tunes can get you in the groove, get your creativity flowing and help you get your work done. Everyone has their own unique preferences when it comes to workplace music. Many like to stick with a specific genre like country or rock when working. …

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Meat pie, spiders and a toupee: Uber dishes on weird things left behind in rides this year

Losing your belongings on the go can be irritating – especially if they’re valuable or sentimental. Uber drivers are accustomed to items being left behind in their rides, some more unique than others. The rideshare’s eighth annual Lost & Found Index, released on Wednesday, surveyed drivers for the most common and surprising possessions left in cars by their passengers. ‘STEAK …

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Finding New York: 500th anniversary of Giovanni de Verrazzano historic voyage of discovery

For many people around the globe, New York City is just a flight away. With three major airports, tunnels, bridges and cruise ship terminals, the Big Apple is easily accessible to millions of visitors each year. People flock here to experience the bustling city life, to snap a selfie with the Statue of Liberty, to see a Broadway show, to …

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12-year-old girl hooks multiple fishing records, plus our latest American Culture Quiz

‘ON A ROLL’ – Julia Bernstein, 12, set at least four different fishing records in Florida since January and will be awarded the Fleming Species Award. One of her world records is pending. Continue reading… NO RUSH TO BRUSH – A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after revealing the three surprising times you should not brush your teeth. Continue …

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Rare species of rodent captured on West Virginia trail camera

An elusive rodent considered to be a “sensitive species,” has been spotted on a West Virginia trail in the Allegheny mountains. Officials of Monongahela National Forest, a unit of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, posted a video on Facebook last week showing a small creature moving around in the darkness. The trail camera had captured a 17-inch-long rodent …

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Oklahoma boy's pet octopus is TikTok sensation: 'Wildlife is magnificent'

A 9-year-old Oklahoma boy’s unorthodox choice of pet has gone viral on TikTok as he’s adopted an octopus that he named Terrance. Cal Clifford’s parents said their son wanted an octopus as a pet more than anything in the world, starting when he was just a toddler, according to The Associated Press. While they attempted to fulfill his little-boy dreams …

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3 surprising lessons after losing a spouse and trying to move forward in life: 'Still evolving'

New York City-based author and essayist Warren Kozak, who lost his beloved wife to cancer on Jan. 1, 2018, has written “Waving Goodbye: Life After Loss” (Post Hill Press, April 2024), a new book that describes his wrenching experiences and the continuing fallout from the loss of his wife, Lisa Krenzel, his best friend and mother of their now-grown daughter. …

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Circus performer follows in parents' footsteps as human cannonball, feeling 7 G's with each launch

The circus is full of compelling acts, dangerous stunts and entertaining performers. One performer who is part of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey is Skyler Miser, who stars as the Ringling Rocket. During the show, in some cases three times a day, Miser acts as a human cannonball — she’s blasted through the air out of a rocket. Even …

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US Air Force uncovers ancient campsite on New Mexico base: 'Marks a pivotal moment'

United States Air Force (USAF) service members recently discovered an ancient campsite that dates back over 8,000 years, according to officials. The millennia-old ruins, which were found on Holloman Air Force Base, are believed to have been inhabited by the earliest settlers of New Mexico. USAF officials say that the 8,200-year-old campsite was discovered buried around two meters deep, according …

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20 bikes for every type of bike rider

If you’re looking to get back into bike riding, or you’re someone who has been riding for years and needs an upgrade, we’ve created a long list of options in a variety of price ranges. Whether you want a bike to help you on your daily commute or you want to go off-roading, one of the bikes on our list …

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