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Beethoven’s DNA reveals he just wasn’t that musical
Analysis of Beethoven’s DNA has revealed that he had a low genetic predisposition for beat synchronization, an ability that’s closely related to musicality. This is according to researchers who set out to show how making genetic predictions for individuals, including famous historical figures, can…
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Your smart TV is snooping on you. Here's how to limit the personal data it gathers
You can't stop your smart TV from snooping on you entirely, but you can opt out of some of it.
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Prefer listening to your books? It's not that different from reading, says prof | CBC Radio
Audiobooks are growing in popularity, but some people question whether listening to a book is the same as reading it.
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An Interview with Zac Gallen
Diamondbacks Ace Zac Gallen talks about managing his workload, what it takes to accomplish a scoreless inning streak, how he prepares for a long season, his biggest personal achievement – and chocolate.
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The story of the only 'Full House' episode filmed in San Francisco
"Full House" is one of the most iconic San Francisco TV shows. It was mostly filmed in Culver City and Burbank except for "Comet's Excellent Adventure."
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How to watch March Madness 2024: The best streaming options
To some people, it's spring. To others, it's March Madness, and the time of year when everything is about the college basketball championship. Here's how you can stream all your favorite team's games.
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Here's How Much Disney Has Made Off Marvel and Star Wars
Marvel and Star Wars have generated $11.6 billion and $13.2 billion in value, respectively, since their $4 billion acquisitions in 2009 and 2012
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Neil Young announces return to Spotify after Joe Rogan boycott
The singer said his decision to return was in light of Apple and Amazon "serving the same disinformation podcast features" he opposed at Spotify.
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How nonfiction authors can tell powerful stories
Margaret Atwood and John Grisham tell powerful stories. Non-fiction writers can learn from them.
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Libraries struggle to afford the demand for e-books and seek new state laws in fight with publishers
Libraries across the U.S. are struggling to cover the cost of e-books, which have grown in popularity.
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#Happy: The Dictatorship of Happiness on Social Media
We spend hours on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat, seduced by their promise: to be able to share our life and our opinions with the whole world. In this virtual world, everyone is happy. Everyone has perfect bodies, lives fulfilled lives in stylish houses surrounded by beautiful friends and family. Everyone shows off and everyone judges. But this irresistible quest for recognition can quickly turn into addiction, wreaking havoc on our mental health. And teenagers are the most susceptible. In this film, we examine the real dangers of the “happycracy” promoted on social networks and hear from some of its young victims.
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Earth, Kiss, and Fire - I Was Made for Boogie Wonderland
Music used in this mashup: * Kiss - I Was Made for Lovin' You * Earth, Wind & Fire - Boogie Wonderland * Wild Cherry - Play That Funky Music
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The Philadelphia Phillies are scrapping $1 hot dog nights following unruly fan behavior
The Philadelphia Phillies have scrapped their popular $1 hot dog nights for the 2024 season.
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Golf, and other men's hobbies, drive a 300% increase in ALS risk
Men who engage in recreational activities such as golf, gardening and woodworking are at higher risk of developing ALS, an incurable progressive nervous system disease, a study has found. The findings add to mounting evidence suggesting a link between ALS and exposure to environmental toxins.
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Razzie Awards: Megan Fox and Sylvester Stallone Win Worst Acting Prizes; ‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey’ Nabs Five Dishonors
This year's Razzie Awards were dominated by 'Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey,' while Megan Fox and Sylvester Stallone took home worst acting prizes.
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Lisa Gardner: 10 Lessons I Learned in 30 Years of Writing Suspense
When people first meet authors, they always ask the same question—how did you get started in this business? I’m a bit a rarity. Wrote my first novel at seventeen, sold it at twenty, hit the bestsel…
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'Lucky loser' Nardi stuns Djokovic at Indian Wells
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic was stunned 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 by "lucky loser" Luca Nardi in the third round at Indian Wells on Monday.
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I've published 60 novels - and these 5 free writing tools helped make it possible
From drafting manuscripts to tracking edits and creating book covers, I get the job done with the help of these indispensable - and free - apps.
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Co-authoring: twice as fun or double the trouble?
When it comes to co-authoring, what are some of the issues and complexities about writing a book with another author?
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Romantasies are steaming up the publishing world
A spicy, more adult take on the fantasy genre