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More than 150 people arrested in Florida sex sting, Georgia cop resigns

NEWYou can now listen to Originol articles! A sex sting operation in Florida led to 160 arrests of sex workers and those who solicit their services, including a top cop from Georgia, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday. The week-long sting, called “Operation Fall Haul II,” was designed to find victims of sex trafficking,

Why Meghan Markle might not attend Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral: It ‘may not be possible,’ royal expert says

NEWYou can now listen to Originol articles! Meghan Markle might not be present for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, according to a royal expert who spoke to Originol Digital. Former British public affairs official Shannon Felton Spence explained that Markle and Prince Harry were already traveling in Europe when the monarch died on Thursday, but she

Tesla changes leadership and sets new goals at Nevada Gigafactory

Tesla changes leadership and sets new goals at Nevada Gigafactory

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is trying to buy Twitter and manage multiple companies at the same time. James Glover II | Reuters Tesla has shaken up leadership at the Gigafactory, its sprawling battery plant outside of Reno, Nevada, and is setting new goals for the facility. Former Vice President of Gigafactory Operations, Chris Lister, left

Acne scars: Is microneedling more effective than chemical peels?

Acne scars: Is microneedling more effective than chemical peels?

Share on PinterestIt is best to see a professional for microneedling treatment to reduce acne scarring. ohlamour studio/Stocksy A new study compared two dermatological treatments—microneedling and chemical peels—to see which works best for treating acne scars. The researchers focused on people with darker skin and randomly assigned them to receive one of the two treatments.

Statins for cardiovascular health: Latest guidelines and evidence

Statins for cardiovascular health: Latest guidelines and evidence

Share on PinterestStatins can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood. clubfoto/Getty Images Statins were first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1987. Updated guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) suggest that statins benefit those ages 40 to

2.5 hours of moderate exercise per week linked to reduced risk of COVID-19

2.5 hours of moderate exercise per week linked to reduced risk of COVID-19

Share on PinterestExercise has a protective effect against COVID-19, a review found. Image credit: BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy. Regular physical activity may be linked to a lower risk of developing COVID-19. Individuals who exercise regularly may be less likely to experience severe symptoms of COVID-19 and less likely to be hospitalized or die because of the disease. 2.5

Why heat makes you tired, according to science

Why heat makes you tired, according to science

Share on PinterestThe reason you are feeling tired in the middle of the day may be linked to weather, according to research. Crispin la valiente/Getty Images A recent study suggests that the desire for a mid-afternoon nap could be biologically determined and affected by external temperatures. Northwestern University scientists discovered that the fruit fly is

Simple musical test predicts cognitive decline in older adults, study shows

Simple musical test predicts cognitive decline in older adults, study shows

Share on PinterestMusical tests combined with EEG recordings could predict cognitive decline in older adults, offering implications for earlier detection. Cavan Images/Getty Images Age-related cognitive decline can be a risk factor for dementia but is currently underdiagnosed. A new pilot study shows that simple musical tests combined with EEG recordings could help to predict cognitive

Psilocybin-assisted therapy could help reduce heavy drinking, study finds

Psilocybin-assisted therapy could help reduce heavy drinking, study finds

Share on PinterestNew research shows that psychedelic drugs like psilocybin combined with psychotherapy could help treat individuals with alcohol use disorder. The Washington Post/Getty Images Currently, approved medications for alcohol dependence or alcohol use disorder are modestly effective, and there is a need for novel, more effective drugs. A small randomized clinical trial shows that

Drinking just 2 cups of black tea a day may lower mortality risk

Drinking just 2 cups of black tea a day may lower mortality risk

Share on PinterestDrinking black tea daily may lead to a longer life, according to an analysis of tea-drinking habits of almost half a million people from the U.K. Biobank. Lidia Puica/EyeEm/Getty Images Apart from water, tea is the most widely consumed drink worldwide. Tea contains caffeine, which can be harmful in large quantities, so people

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