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Colleen Hoover's best books deal with themes of heartbreak, estranged lovers, troubled marriages, and even modern romance with a touch of psychological suspense, making for addictive titles. Whether you're reading young adult novels or emotionally charged love stories, the more you read, the more fascinating Colleen Hoover's world becomes. Colleen Hoover is a dynamic member of BookTok (TikTok's book talk feature). In 2012, she self-published her first book, “Slammed,” and it became a huge hit, thanks to the rise of book bloggers and social media. That year, the book also made it onto the New York Times eBook Best Sellers…

Data Scribe Ezekiel Tovar and the Colorado Rockies will face off against the San Diego Padres with starting pitcher Joe Musgrove on Sunday. First pitch is at 3:10 PM ET at Coors Field. The Rockies are listed as +170 money-line underdogs in this matchup, while the Padres are the favorites (-205) to win. San Diego is the run-line favorite (-1.5). The game is projected to see a total of 10.5 runs.Check out everything you need to know about the run line, money line and totals, plus expert picks, from a betting perspective on the Padres vs. Rockies game.Padres vs Rockies…

SAN FRANCISCO — Health officials around the world are closely monitoring outbreaks of MPOX, formerly known as monkeypox, in Africa.More than 17,000 confirmed and suspected cases have been reported in Africa this year, more than the number of cases in all of 2023. The World Health Organization has now declared the situation a public health emergency.”The sudden increase in MPOX cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other African countries is a public health emergency of international concern,” said Farhan Haq, deputy spokesman for the UN Secretary-General. “WHO also warns of the potential for this MPOX virus to…

ALBANY, GA (WALB) – If you've eaten at a restaurant or gotten takeout food in the past week, have you checked the restaurant's report from the Department of Public Health?Environmental health specialists from the Georgia Department of Public Health routinely inspect each establishment twice a year. These inspections evaluate food safety and overall cleanliness. Restaurants are given a score out of 100; a score below 70 is considered a failing grade.Besides the overall score, there are two other important things to look out for in the report posted by a restaurant: Check the “Risk Factors” section and also look for…

A new social buzzword is becoming popular among young couples around the world: the new lifestyle of “dual income, no children,” commonly known as DINK. The DINK lifestyle does not have much importance in the Indian social system. (Shutterstock) The DINK lifestyle has gained popularity mainly through social media platforms. By uploading videos on TikTok, Facebook and other relevant social media sites showcasing the lifestyle of childfree couples, such lifestyle is celebrated and viewed millions of times. There are many popular young couples on such platforms who have gained a huge following by posting “DINK vlogs”, videos showcasing the daily…

Economists around the world expect U.S. economic growth to slow in the coming quarters, with some still predicting a mild U.S. recession. If interest rates remain at 23-year highs for an extended period of time, it may be difficult for investors to find reliable growth stocks to buy. Buying stocks is easy, but buying the right ones without a proven strategy is extremely difficult. So what are the best growth stocks to buy now or add to your watchlist? Inflation and the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hikes spooked investors last year, but the market defied expectations of hardship and delivered…

Health leaders warned that a failure to show solidarity with African countries at the epicenter of the polio outbreak puts the world at risk and undermines preparedness for future pandemics.The World Health Organization declared an international public health emergency on Wednesday after the virus saw a rise in cases beyond the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where it is endemic.Africa has reported more than 18,700 cases and over 500 deaths so far this year, already surpassing the number of cases in all of 2023. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared a public health emergency on…

Three local makers of Dubai's trending chocolate brand, 'Kataifi', aim to satisfy people's curiosity By the time you read this, you've probably already heard about Dubai's “buzzworthy chocolate” and seen the TikTok video of someone breaking open a chocolate to reveal a rich pistachio cream filled with tiny noodle-like particles. Influencers rave about its satisfyingly crunchy texture and sweet flavor that's not overly sweet. The original chocolate bar, sold by Dubai-based Fix Dessert Chocolatier, garnered global attention and demand. Sold for around 1,250 pesos each, people all over the world wanted to get a bite of the famous chocolate bar.…

BENNINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – A mobile dental and vision clinic has arrived in Bennington to provide free medical care to local residents.Remote Area Medical, a nonprofit that hosts pop-up clinics across the country, is holding a two-day clinic this weekend at Mount Anthony Union Middle School in Bennington.All services provided by the clinic are free of charge, and patients are not required to show identification or insurance card to receive care.Brad Sands, with the clinic, said he was approached by Bennington residents who thought there might be other people who needed medical help.”We're invited, we're not sent anywhere on our…

WESTERLY – The Westerly Mental Health Resource Center will celebrate its first anniversary in business on Aug. 23 with a special event.Located at 68 Pierce St., the center was established in partnership with Gateway Healthcare Services. Repurposed into a former police station, the center now provides vital mental health and substance abuse services to the community.Opening the centre was a major initiative by Westerly City Councillor Mary Sciarava. The centre is open five days a week and offers a welcoming environment.”Thanks to a grant from Gateway Emergency Services, the centre is now staffed with specialists working two shifts to provide…