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While I'm a self-proclaimed exercise addict (I was working out seven days a week at one point during the pandemic), sometimes life just doesn't allow me to do it. I recently got promoted to a new role, and juggling the added responsibilities has been tough. Regular travel and managing a workload that sometimes extends over weekends makes it increasingly difficult to stick to a training regime. Naturally, I gained weight and eventually I couldn't fit into my favorite pants. I had no intention of going back to my old, chubby self. Luckily, after some tweaking, I've found a few tricks…

It's been a tough year for the family of the late country music legend Loretta Lynn, and it got even tougher this week when her family announced that her eldest grandson had passed away.Lynn Massey's eldest daughter, Betty Sue Lynn, died this week.Want more country music news? Click here.”Loretta's first grandchild, Betty Sue's daughter Lynn Massey, passed away this week after a long and difficult illness,” a post on Lynn's official Instagram page read. “Our family is so grateful for all the prayers and love that has been showered upon us.”Taste of Country reported that Betty Sue died in 2013…

One of Greece's most famous islands, Mykonos, was surprisingly named “Europe's worst coastal town” in a recent survey.Despite its reputation as an attractive holiday destination with great beaches and picturesque streets, Mykonos Town was ranked bottom in Which? Travel's list, which rates seaside towns across the continent.The study took into account a range of factors including value for money, beach quality and overall visitor experience.Mykonos received high marks for its visual appeal, with its iconic whitewashed buildings and beautiful marina, but fell short in several other areas, resulting in a disappointing ranking.Mykonos has long been a popular destination for A-list…

Farah SiddiquiOhio News Connection As Ohio students return to school, mental health experts are emphasizing the importance of a sense of belonging in the classroom. A national poll by the Kids' Mental Health Foundation found that nearly half of parents worry that excessive screen time is preventing their children from forming meaningful relationships at school. Ariana Haught, executive clinical director of the Kids' Mental Health Foundation and a pediatric psychologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital, said the start of the new school year will be different for every child: Some will be excited, while others will be very nervous. “When kids…

This crucial indicator likely signals that the excitement around artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to fade. Since the start of 2023, no trend has propelled Wall Street's major stock indexes to new heights more than the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). The appeal of AI is the ability of software and systems to learn over time without human intervention. This allows AI-driven software and systems to perform tasks more efficiently and can evolve to learn new skills. With a target market spanning most sectors and industries, PwC analysts believe that AI will add a staggering $15.7 trillion in value to…

JERA Co., Ltd. (hereinafter, “JERA”) has signed a joint research agreement with Lotte Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter, “LFC”) to realize a low-carbon fuel value chain. Under this agreement, JERA and LFC will jointly accelerate the creation of a robust and resilient low-carbon fuel value chain through the following approaches: – Standardization of commercial frameworks – Collaborative research to increase operational flexibility and optimize each company's ammonia portfolio – Joint efforts to consult with both governments to build and expand low-carbon fuel value chains To guide this effort, the Government of Japan and the Republic of Korea (“Korea”) have launched…

Debbie Waldman KFF Health News In the 18 months since Francine Milano was diagnosed with a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she thought she had beaten 20 years ago, she has traveled twice from her home in Pennsylvania to Vermont, not to ski, hike or see the leaves, but to prepare for death. “I wanted to have control over how I left this world,” said the 61-year-old Lancaster resident. “I decided this was the option for me.” Medically assisted dying was not an option for Milano when she learned in early 2023 that her illness was incurable. At that point,…

ASTANA — Carlsberg plans to expand its operations in Kazakhstan and across Central Asia, it was revealed during a meeting between Kazakhstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Quantilov and Carlsberg Kazakhstan CEO Vyacheslav Maltsev on Aug. 22. The meeting was attended by Chairman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Gabidula Ospankulov and Chairman of the Kazakhstan Investment Corporation Erzhan Erekeyev. Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan The meeting was attended by Chairman of the Ministry of Investment Committee Gabidula Ospankulov and Chairman of Kazakhstan's State Enterprise KazakhInvest Erzhan Erekeyev. Mr. Maltsev highlighted Kazakhstan's favorable investment…

Professor Ian Toth, Director of the National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC) and the Scottish Plant Health Centre at the James Hutton Institute, has been appointed President of the European Association for Potato Research (EAPR) in recognition of his 35 years of pioneering work in potato research. According to a press release from the James Hutton Institute, for the next three years Professor Toth will lead the Association, which is made up of more than 200 individual members and other continuing members, with a network spanning Europe and beyond. For the next three years, Professor Toth will lead the Association, which…

AI is here to support the workforce, enhancing human potential by providing insights, knowledge and delivering results faster. But challenges include the complexity of implementing AI systems, concerns about data privacy and security, regulatory compliance and potential biases in AI models that can lead to unfair outcomes. Ensuring transparency and trust in AI decision-making will also be important if AI is to be more widely accepted in the sector. How can AI complement human efforts in financial services? Automating routine tasks like data entry, transaction processing and compliance checks allows professionals to focus on higher-value activities like strategic decision-making and…