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Chronic Cannabis Users Are “Scromiting” in Emergency Rooms
They call it "scromiting." Screaming and vomiting simultaneously because the pain is so intense. Emergency rooms across the country have been seeing more of it over the past decade, and until October 1, doctors didn't even have a proper way to diagnose what was...
Why Cheap Items Are Now Cooler Than Designer Bags
People showed up with pepper spray. They camped out overnight in November cold. They called stores hundreds of times. All for a $44 glass cup shaped like a bear wearing a tiny green beanie. The Starbucks Bearista cup launched November 6 as part of the chain's 2025...
Social Media Breaks Work (Just Not How You’d Expect)
A new study published in JAMA Network Open tracked 295 young adults who took a week-long break from Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and X. The mental health improvements were significant: anxiety dropped 16%, depression symptoms decreased 25%, and insomnia...
Why You Should Try Nordic Walking This Winter
If you've noticed people clicking along sidewalks with ski-pole-looking sticks lately, they're not lost cross-country skiers. They're Nordic walkers, and this Finnish fitness trend is catching on in the United States as more people discover it's basically a full-body...
The Hidden Danger of Buy Now, Pay Later Holiday Shopping
Half of shoppers plan to use buy now, pay later services for holiday shopping this year, according to PayPal's latest report. That's a massive increase from previous years, and it makes sense on the surface. Splitting payments into four installments with no interest...
The Ralph Lauren Christmas Trend Is Missing the Point
If your TikTok algorithm has been showing you tartan-draped mantels, oxblood velvet ribbons, and vintage ornaments arranged just so, you've encountered the Ralph Lauren Christmas aesthetic. The trend has racked up millions of views across social media, with former...
Run Clubs Are Booking Patagonia Trips Now
Global run club participation jumped 59% last year, according to Strava's 2024 Year in Sport report. But the real story isn't just that more people are running together; it's what they're doing next. These groups aren't stopping at weekly neighborhood loops. They're...
“Blowing Off Steam” Worsens Your Anger, Science Says
Your friend just did something that makes your blood boil. You call another friend to vent. You rehash the whole story, getting more worked up as you go. Afterwards, you feel... better. Or do you? Turns out, that feeling of relief is a lie your brain is telling you....
The Neuroscience of Black Friday Panic Buying
That little red notification flashing "Only 3 left in stock!" isn't just informing you. It's rewiring how your brain makes decisions. Every countdown timer, every "12 people are viewing this item" alert, every flash sale pop-up has been carefully engineered to exploit...
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