Columbus, OH

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Tom's Guide

A guide to everything you need to know about removing stains from your mattress without risking damage to it

How do you get stains out of a mattress without damaging it?

Since it is summer, expect to see a lot of mosquitoes. This season brings an increase in mosquito activity, particularly after rainfalls. These insects thrive in warm weather, but don’t be complacent, as it will likely continue until fall. They are not only annoying but also pose a danger, as they can easily spread diseases. They can bite you any time of the day, so make sure to stay protected.

Mosquitoes Hate This Smell

Bed bugs are a nightmare, but certain essential oils can help you get rid of these pests and leave your mattress looking and smelling like new.

Mattress cleaning: 3 essential oils that get rid of bed bugs fast

Well+Good

If you've been researching the latest and greatest health supplements on the market, you may have recently stumbled upon info about colostrum benefits for adults. Often referred to as "liquid gold," colostrum is the first liquid a mammal produces after giving birth, even before milk. If you're chestfeeding or know someone who is, you might have heard them talk about the health benefits of giving their baby colostrum. That said, products sold today are often made out of bovine (cow) colostrum and come in powder or capsule form.

Do Colostrum Supplements Actually Have Health Benefits for Adults? Experts Weigh In on the ‘Liquid Gold’

Las Vegas, NV

Homes & Gardens

Using essential oils can actually make a bed bug infestation worse

Pest control pros warn never to treat bed bugs with essential oils – and what to do instead for true success

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

There’s nothing quite like cleaning the load of clothing that’s been piling up in your laundry basket. While you may like the natural scent your linens have post-wash, there are several scented laundry detergent options that can elevate your laundry experience. Choosing the best laundry detergent to suit...

The 8 Best-Smelling Laundry Detergents, Tested by BHG

Real Simple

Shoppers Are Obsessed With These ‘Soft as Silk’ Cooling Sheets With More Than 7,600 5-Star Ratings

News broke yesterday that Daisy Ridley, an actor best known for her roles in the recent Star Wars trilogy and this year's Young Woman and the Sea, has Graves' disease. Ridley was officially diagnosed with the autoimmune condition in September 2023, after seeing an endocrinologist about hot flashes and fatigue—symptoms not commonly associated with an otherwise healthy, active 32-year-old.

Actor Daisy Ridley Announces She Has Graves’ Disease—Here’s What to Know About the Condition

Yesterday, a small new study out of the Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute compared the effects of the artificial sweetener erythritol versus sugar and landed on grim results—specifically, that erythritol increased the risk of blood clots and heart disease. If you’ve ever tried to cut back on your...

A New Study Links a Popular Zero-Calorie Sweetener to Blood Clots and Heart Disease. Here’s What a Cardiologist Wants You to Know

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

FinanceBuzz

Dreaming of a cozy retreat? Explore 13 ingenious 'tiny homes' on sale at Home Depot from $699.

13 Tiny “Homes” You Can Buy at Home Depot (Starting at $749?)

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	Going off to college represents a major life transition, marking one of your first big steps into adulthood. No matter if you’re a freshman or a transfer student, leaving home for the school year means you’re going to need to stock up on dorm essentials to make your space feel more comfy. You don’t want to succumb to the discomforts of the mattress that comes with your dorm room, but rather than splurge on a luxurious mattress pad, Amazon is offering its bestselling mattress topper for just $32.Walmart's Bestselling 8-In-1 Air Fryer Grill 'Makes Everything So Easy' & It's Currently...

College Students Are Calling This Bestselling Mattress Topper ‘Comfier’ Than Their Bed at Home (And It’s On Sale for $32)

For most people who menstruate, getting your period on vacation is bound to happen at some point. You may prep by packing just the right amount of tampons and pads, but then end up getting it a few days later than expected. What gives? Well, if you've traveled across time zones, your internal "menstrual clock" can actually get thrown off. But how long jet lag can delay your period? That's a whole other question.

Yep, Jet Lag Can Delay Your Period. Here’s When to Expect Your Cycle to Adjust

As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life. Applying the adage to foodie experimentation is a fantastic way to expand your palate and delight your taste buds… especially where dessert is involved. The next time you’re in the mood to make an ice cream sundae—whether for yourself, a friend, your significant other, or the whole family—we suggest whipping up a tamari caramel sauce to drizzle on top for sweet-meets-salty, oh-so-rich umami flavor (with perks for your gut and greater health, to boot).

This Tamari Caramel Sauce Delivers Sweet and Salty Flavor and Might Help Boost Your Gut

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You spend about a third of your life sleeping, which means your bed should be the coziest place in the house. One thing that can help with that? Buying the best bed sheets you possibly can. While that sounds simple, shopping for sheets and other kinds of bedding can be a little overwhelming. We don’t blame you for feeling this way. There’s an endless number of different fabrics to choose from (who among us really understands the difference between bamboo, cotton, and cotton percale, anyway?). And not to mention, a vast array of colors, designs, weights and thread counts to...

The Best Bed Sheets Money Can Buy, According to Editors & Experts

You’re not imagining it: News anxiety or news-related stress is real. In other words, just reading or hearing about what's going on in the world outside your front door can have a direct effect on your mental health. And it's nearly impossible to avoid, with alerts constantly at our...

8 Things to Do in the Moment if You Feel Overwhelmed by the News Cycle

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It’s Repellent Season, and an MD Is Weighing In on the Benefits (and Biggest Myths) Around DEET

Name a bigger nuisance than a bug bite. (We’ll wait.) Around-the-ears buzzing and up-at-night itching might be summer’s least pleasant duo—and figuring out how to make...

It’s Repellent Season, and an MD Is Weighing In on the Benefits (and Biggest Myths) Around DEET

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