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6 days ago

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

1 week ago

Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.

1 week ago

6 therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year

Rula offers six therapist-approved mental health tips for the new year, emphasizing self-reflection, energy management, and setting achievable goals.

1 week ago

The coolest technology from Day 1 of CES 2026

Nvidia, AMD and Intel all had important chip and AI platform announcements on the first day of CES 2026, but all audiences wanted to see more of was...

2 weeks ago

Out with the old: With 2026 nigh, here’s some wide-ranging intel on managing transitions

It's that time — December's waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. How's our health? What's up with our money? What about the country? Will the coming year look like the departing one year, or be something entirely different? Are we ready?

2 weeks ago

Where are the wackiest New Year’s Eve drops in the US?

Why let New York City have all the fun with its Times Square ball drop on New Year's Eve? Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes. Many have a hometown flair.

2 weeks ago

Unleash the hounds! And terriers and lapdogs. The American Kennel Club adds 3 breeds

They're ready to embark on 2026. Three more dog breeds joined the American Kennel Club's roster of recognized breeds on Tuesday, making them eligible for many U.S. dog shows and likely increasing their visibility to the pet-loving public.

4 weeks ago

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.

4 weeks ago

Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors

After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.

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JMU Women’s Basketball uses dominate start to roll past first-place Marshall, 80-43

Bree Robinson (19), Peyton McDaniel (18), and Ashanti Barnes (18) combined for 55 points as James Madison women's basketball connected on 46.2% (30-of-65) to hand Marshall its first Sun Belt loss this season with a wire-to-wire 80-43 victory on Thursday evening inside the Atlantic Union Bank Center.

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James Madison Men’s Basketball falls at App State, 80-65

App State sprinted out to a 12-0 lead in the opening minutes and never looked back, downing James Madison 80-65 on Thursday night in Sun Belt Conference men's basketball action at the Holmes Convocation Center.

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Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Thursday, 1/15

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