Hugimals World: Former Journalist Launches Successful Anxiety-Relieving Toy Brand
Former journalist Marina Khidekel launched Hugimals World, a brand of weighted stuffed animals designed to relieve anxiety, in 2022; the company has achieved $1.4 million in first-year sales and expanded internationally, with products sold through various retail channels, including Amazon, The MoMA ...
Hugimals World: Former Journalist Launches Successful Anxiety-Relieving Toy Brand
Former journalist Marina Khidekel launched Hugimals World, a brand of weighted stuffed animals designed to relieve anxiety, in 2022; the company has achieved $1.4 million in first-year sales and expanded internationally, with products sold through various retail channels, including Amazon, The MoMA ...
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12% Bias Score
Berlin App Connects Strangers for Dinner, Combats Urban Loneliness
Timeleft, a Berlin-based app, organized a dinner for five strangers—a Russian, an American, a German, a Slovenian, and a Georgian—who bonded despite age and background differences, showcasing the app's attempt to combat urban loneliness.
Berlin App Connects Strangers for Dinner, Combats Urban Loneliness
Timeleft, a Berlin-based app, organized a dinner for five strangers—a Russian, an American, a German, a Slovenian, and a Georgian—who bonded despite age and background differences, showcasing the app's attempt to combat urban loneliness.
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44% Bias Score
FCT Parks Overflow as Nigerians Opt for Affordable Christmas Celebrations
Despite Nigeria's economic challenges, FCT parks overflowed with families celebrating Christmas due to high transportation costs and the long holiday, boosting local vendors' business.
FCT Parks Overflow as Nigerians Opt for Affordable Christmas Celebrations
Despite Nigeria's economic challenges, FCT parks overflowed with families celebrating Christmas due to high transportation costs and the long holiday, boosting local vendors' business.
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48% Bias Score
Slipper Review: Best Slippers for 2024
Ellie Bramley, a Guardian fashion editor, reviews various slippers for men and women in 2024, categorizing them by use case (winter warmth, entertaining, outdoor use, etc.) and noting features, price, and brand, based on personal experience.
Slipper Review: Best Slippers for 2024
Ellie Bramley, a Guardian fashion editor, reviews various slippers for men and women in 2024, categorizing them by use case (winter warmth, entertaining, outdoor use, etc.) and noting features, price, and brand, based on personal experience.
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56% Bias Score
Retirees Share Diverse Post-Work Experiences: Planning for Fulfillment Beyond Finances
This article details the varied experiences of several retirees, illustrating the challenges and joys of post-work life, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful planning beyond financial considerations for a successful retirement transition.
Retirees Share Diverse Post-Work Experiences: Planning for Fulfillment Beyond Finances
This article details the varied experiences of several retirees, illustrating the challenges and joys of post-work life, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful planning beyond financial considerations for a successful retirement transition.
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40% Bias Score
South Korea's Matchmaking Boom: A Response to Declining Marriage Rates
Matchmaking agencies in South Korea are experiencing a 30% increase in clients, driven by the pandemic and changing perceptions, with some couples even starting businesses together after meeting through such agencies; however, the high cost and impersonal nature pose challenges, alongside broader so...
South Korea's Matchmaking Boom: A Response to Declining Marriage Rates
Matchmaking agencies in South Korea are experiencing a 30% increase in clients, driven by the pandemic and changing perceptions, with some couples even starting businesses together after meeting through such agencies; however, the high cost and impersonal nature pose challenges, alongside broader so...
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44% Bias Score
California Professor's Water Conservation System Reduces Usage by Two-Thirds
Oakland resident Eric Haas installed a \$15,000 rainwater and greywater system, reducing his household's daily water usage to 39 gallons and saving approximately \$220 annually on his water bill, highlighting the need for sustainable water practices in drought-stricken California.
California Professor's Water Conservation System Reduces Usage by Two-Thirds
Oakland resident Eric Haas installed a \$15,000 rainwater and greywater system, reducing his household's daily water usage to 39 gallons and saving approximately \$220 annually on his water bill, highlighting the need for sustainable water practices in drought-stricken California.
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36% Bias Score
Most Americans to Quietly Ring in 2025 at Home
A new poll reveals that most U.S. adults (60%+) will celebrate New Year's Eve at home in 2025, with many planning to make resolutions focused on health and finances; younger people are more inclined to go out but often find events expensive.
Most Americans to Quietly Ring in 2025 at Home
A new poll reveals that most U.S. adults (60%+) will celebrate New Year's Eve at home in 2025, with many planning to make resolutions focused on health and finances; younger people are more inclined to go out but often find events expensive.
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36% Bias Score
Active Aging in the Netherlands: A Demographic Shift
The Netherlands is experiencing a surge in the number of active older adults (3.7 million 65+), challenging stereotypes of aging and prompting a reassessment of workforce and social policies.
Active Aging in the Netherlands: A Demographic Shift
The Netherlands is experiencing a surge in the number of active older adults (3.7 million 65+), challenging stereotypes of aging and prompting a reassessment of workforce and social policies.
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36% Bias Score
Insufficient Sleep During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
A Northwestern University study of 3,922 women revealed a link between sleeping less than seven hours during pregnancy and the postpartum period and a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, increasing the likelihood of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Insufficient Sleep During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
A Northwestern University study of 3,922 women revealed a link between sleeping less than seven hours during pregnancy and the postpartum period and a higher risk of metabolic syndrome, increasing the likelihood of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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48% Bias Score
France Updates Children's Health Booklet with Mandatory 6-Year Check-up
France introduces a revised children's health booklet on January 1st, 2024, mandating a 6-year check-up, including advice on screen time, healthy eating, and neurodevelopmental disorder detection, with digital integration planned by 2026.
France Updates Children's Health Booklet with Mandatory 6-Year Check-up
France introduces a revised children's health booklet on January 1st, 2024, mandating a 6-year check-up, including advice on screen time, healthy eating, and neurodevelopmental disorder detection, with digital integration planned by 2026.
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24% Bias Score
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
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32% Bias Score