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Young adults may experience a lack of drive stemming from underlying depression or anxiety. A noticeable decline in academic or work performance indicates that a young adult may be struggling. Parents need to explore what’s driving conflicts and how to address them. Navigating adulthood can be daunting, especially in...

9 Red Flags Your Adult Child May Be Struggling

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Excessive gambling can have a detrimental impact on the lives of people addicted to the activity, as well as their families and loved ones. Unlike other addictions, the addiction to gambling may remain hidden for years, allowing the person affected to accumulate significant debt or in some cases even run into legal trouble, considering that some people consider unlawful activities to fuel their gambling.

New Mom’s Life Shattered after Discovering Husband’s $128K Gambling Loss

Sometimes people end up getting the best advice from the most unexpected places. The advice might not even be meant for the person, but it could fit their situation like a glove. A similar thing happened with a man who overheard a conversation between two young friends on a train and it might just have healed him. Jeronimo, who goes by @jeronimoooo0000 on TikTok, took to the platform to share the advice the boy so wisely gave his friend on a random morning.

Man overhears kid on train giving his friend the best relationship advice: 'It’s curing me'

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"Randy had a carefree suburban childhood. ... He played sports, had lots of friends and had a stable home life. I believed my boy was safe."

My Son Died Of A Fentanyl Overdose. Here's What No One Is Telling You About This Crisis.

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Los Angeles, CA

Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

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Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state as a tropical system appears almost certain to develop. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that a tropical wave has a 90% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression over the next seven days. Most models show it moving into the Gulf of Mexico and then coming ashore and crossing the state, possibly moving over Northeast Florida.

Tropical system is nearly certain to develop

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“Dukes of Hazzard” actor John Schneider, 64, and his new wife Dee Dee Sorvino fell in love after sharing the experience of losing a spouse. They admit they felt a sense of guilt loving again due to their deep love for their lost spouses.

‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star John Schneider, 64, and New Wife Dee Dee, 57,  Share a Sense of Guilt After Losing Spouses – Coping After Losing Loved One After Cancer

L.A. TACO

Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

SATURDAY, Aug. 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- As kids and teens prepare to head back to school, parents might not have protecting their child's lung health on the top of their to-do lists. But experts say it should be. “A new school year often means a new environment for students...

Back-to-School Tips to Helping Your Kids Breathe Easier

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Denver, CO

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Orange County, FL

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On July 14th, an unsettling incident occurred in Orange County that has captured the community’s attention and sympathy. Two dogs were abandoned in a most distressing manner, pushed out of a moving vehicle. The situation took a turn for the worse when one of the dogs was hit by the car, resulting in serious injuries.

Two dogs were dumped and pushed out of a car in Florida, and one of them screamed

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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What red flags did you notice that no one else did?

Former Bridesmaids And Groomsmen, Tell Us The "Red Flags" That Made You Realize Your Friend's Marriage Would End In Divorce

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The writer's son said he wanted to drop out of high school to teach himself. She let him, and he explored his love of travel and filmmaking.

My son dropped out of high school to teach himself and later decided against college. I supported him every step of the way.

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Schaumburg, IL

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As we get closer to the fall months, I love finding places that serve comforting, hearty meals. One of my favorite types of food is Polish cuisine, which brings me to my next stop: Bacowka in Schaumburg.

My Favorite Restaurant for Authentic Polish Cuisine is in Schaumburg:

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Student and teacher launch ‘one of a kind’ Staten Island business offering classes for kids and adults

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- As a student in Darren Corona’s pottery class, Diana Ferdinando became passionate about her new hobby that allowed her to create unique...

Student and teacher launch ‘one of a kind’ Staten Island business offering classes for kids and adults

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