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Why some countries are happier than others

January 24, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

Wysa analyzed data from the 2023 World Happiness Report and World Bank Group to see what factors correlated the most strongly with national…

20 iconic slang words from Black Twitter that shaped pop culture

January 24, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

Stacker compiled a list of 20 slang words popularized from Black Twitter that have helped shape the…

U.S. emergency departments see sharp increase in fitness-related injuries in January

January 24, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

With the new year upon us and many people resolving to improve their health and fitness, Monge & Associates looks into the sharp increase in…

This is the greatest risk factor of death in people with obesity, according to a new study

January 23, 2024 7:12 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 22 JAN 24 20:52 ET Updated: 23 JAN 24 07:05 ET By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Treating loneliness and social…

Are small towns actually safer than big cities?

January 23, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

Seeking respite in America’s smaller cities and towns has its appeal, but how much safer are small towns in reality? MoneyGeek analyzed crime…

24 soldiers killed on deadliest day for Israeli forces in Gaza combat

January 23, 2024 1:55 AM CNN

CNN By Amir Tal and Richard Allen Greene, CNN Jerusalem (CNN) — Twenty-four Israeli soldiers were killed during fighting in Gaza on Monday, the…

Police patrols increased on UW-Whitewater campus after group projected swastika image on dorm

January 22, 2024 10:56 PM CNN

WDJT, LARRY DICKENS, CNN By Brammhi Balarajan and Raja Razek, CNN (CNN) — The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has increased police patrols…

Modi hails a new ‘divine India’ as he inaugurates controversial Hindu temple ahead of nationwide elections

January 22, 2024 5:05 AM CNN

CNN By Helen Regan and Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) — Millions tuned in across India to watch the opening of a vast Hindu temple on Monday, in a…

Moscow blames Ukraine for strikes that killed at least 28 in Russian-controlled Donetsk; Kyiv denies attack

January 22, 2024 5:35 AM CNN

CNN, KHARKIV REGION PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE, TELEGRAM, @AVBOGOMAZ , AFPTV, MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, UST-LUGA ONLINE, Telegram/@avbogomaz / AFPTV By…

Netanyahu must be removed, top former Israeli national security officials say

January 22, 2024 7:51 AM CNN

CNN By Alex Marquardt, CNN (CNN) — More than 40 senior former Israeli national security officials, celebrated scientists and prominent…

Elderly couple stabbed to death in Brooklyn; suspect in custody

January 21, 2024 11:09 AM CNN

WCBS By Alecia Reid, Kristie Keleshian Click here for updates on this story New York (WCBS) — A 46-year-old man was…

Freezing rain and ice chills commutes in central US while blast of warm air thaws the east

January 21, 2024 11:12 AM CNN

CNN By Elizabeth Wolfe and Robert Shackelford, CNN (CNN) — Commuters in large swathes of the central US will face freezing rain and ice on Monday…

Genesis Silva charged with killing girlfriend Brittany Battaglia last summer

January 21, 2024 10:40 AM CNN

WBBM By Tara Molina Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (WBBM) — Months after Brittany Battaglia’s body…

Iran blames Israel for assassination of its military advisors in Damascus missile strike

January 20, 2024 3:32 PM CNN

CNN By Sarah El Sirgany, Adam Pourahmadi, Artemis Moshtaghian and Jonny Hallam, CNN (CNN) — At least five Iranian military advisors and a…

The 11 best electric vehicles for the entire family, according to Edmunds

January 20, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

The best family electric cars are safe, comfortable, and affordable to maintain. Edmunds put together a list of the 11 best electric family cars…

Biden signs short-term funding extension, averting government shutdown

January 19, 2024 11:39 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 19 JAN 24 13:30 ET Updated: 19 JAN 24 13:33 ET By Clare Foran, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden signed into law a short-term…

Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since May

January 19, 2024 7:08 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 18 JAN 24 12:00 ET Updated: 18 JAN 24 12:16 ET By Anna Bahney, CNN Washington, DC (CNN) — After moving higher the past…

Cases almost double as CDC expands warning of salmonella infections linked to recalled charcuterie meats

January 19, 2024 7:05 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 18 JAN 24 18:57 ET Updated: 18 JAN 24 21:59 ET By Amanda Sealy and Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — As cases of salmonella…

16 women abolitionists you may not know about

January 19, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

Stacker scoured archives and historical sources to compile a list of 16 lesser-known women who were heroes of the abolitionist movement.…

Increase in ballot errors coincides with turnover among county election officials in Pennsylvania

January 19, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

Votebeat’s Pennsylvania bureau looks at how during the 2023 general election more ballot errors occurred than in any election in the state’s recent…

Biden administration proposes rule that could save consumers $3.5 billion a year in bank fees

January 18, 2024 7:10 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 17 JAN 24 05:00 ET Updated: 17 JAN 24 11:48 ET By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — The Consumer Financial Protection…

Maine judge defers decision on Trump ballot question until Supreme Court rules

January 18, 2024 6:52 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 17 JAN 24 14:30 ET Updated: 17 JAN 24 15:07 ET By Marshall Cohen, CNN (CNN) — A Maine judge on Wednesday told state election…

Pakistan carries out military strikes on separatist targets in Iran following deadly attack on its own soil by Tehran

January 18, 2024 6:44 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 17 JAN 24 23:36 ET Updated: 18 JAN 24 07:38 ET By Azaz Syed, Adam Pourahmadi, Helen Regan and Sophia Saifi, CNN Islamabad,…

Arizona's federal-only voters are concentrated on college campuses, data show

January 18, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

The state requires proof of citizenship to register to vote, which disproportionately affects young college students, a Votebeat analysis…

What is the actual cost of crime in America's largest cities—and which spend the most and least per capita?

January 18, 2024 2:19 AM Stacker

An annual analysis from MoneyGeek looks at the most recent crime statistics from the Federal Bureau of Investigation to estimate the cost of crime in…

Freed Israeli hostage says she was held in Gaza hospital with dozens of others

January 17, 2024 6:49 PM CNN

CNN By Tara John and Jennifer Griffiths, CNN (CNN) — It has been more than 50 days since Hamas militants released Sharon Aloni Cunio and her…

Princess of Wales in hospital for up to two weeks after undergoing abdominal surgery

January 17, 2024 8:12 AM CNN

CNN By Max Foster, Sharon Braithwaite, David Wilkinson and Christian Edwards, CNN London (CNN) — Catherine, Princess of Wales, will spend up to…

Pakistan carries out military strikes on separatist targets in Iran following deadly attack on its own soil by Tehran

January 17, 2024 9:12 AM CNN

CNN By Azaz Syed, Adam Pourahmadi, Helen Regan and Sophia Saifi, CNN Islamabad, Pakistan (CNN) — Pakistan carried out a series of deadly…

It’s not just ‘Sephora kids.’ 20-somethings are paying up for cosmetic procedures to prevent aging

January 17, 2024 7:06 AM CNN Newsource

Originally Published: 16 JAN 24 06:44 ET By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — It’s been over 20 years since Botox was approved for cosmetic use by…

This holiday spam text season came with less aggressive promotion from brands

January 17, 2024 2:20 AM Stacker

Spokeo analyzed spam text message data from Robokiller to illustrate spam trends over the last…