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States retreat from covering drugs for weight loss

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Some states are rethinking their coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss as budgets tighten and Medicaid programs brace for the cuts included in President Donald Trump’s broad tax and spending law. As of Oct. 1, 16 state Medicaid programs covered GLP-1s for obesity treatment, up from 13 last year, according to a survey of […]
Shalina Chatlani

The History and Significance of Giving Tuesday

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What if one day could harness the collective power of millions of people worldwide to create meaningful change? Giving Tuesday is precisely that—a movement that transforms generosity into a global phenomenon, inspiring individuals, organizations, and communities to give back in tangible ways. The Birth of a Global Movement Giving Tuesday emerged in 2012 as a response to the commercialization of the post-Thanksgiving shopping season in the United States. While Black Friday and Cyber Monda

Crafting Creativity: Mastering the Art of DIY Holiday Decorations

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Did you know that nearly 70% of consumers express a preference for personalized holiday decorations over store-bought items? This trend reflects a growing desire to infuse homes with unique touches that tell personal stories, rather than relying on mass-produced décor. Creating your own holiday decorations not only saves money but also fosters creativity and provides a meaningful way to celebrate traditions. However, embarking on DIY projects can be daunting without a clear approach. Thi

PERSPECTIVE: STL Region Plagued By Old Question; What’s The Path to The Promised Land?

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by Tom Finan, Executive Director/Co-Founder, Construction Forum Over the past five years, the path to a better future for our industry and our region has taken on Biblical proportions. First came a pandemic. Then, this past spring, a tornado devastated thousands of homes — including my own, though our neighbors a few blocks north and […]

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Tom Finan

This Day in History on December 2: Napoleon Bonaparte Crowns Himself Emperor

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December 2nd holds a unique place in history, marked by events that have shaped the course of nations and influenced global movements. 1804 – Napoleon Bonaparte Crowned Emperor of the French On this day in 1804, Napoleon Bonaparte crowned himself Emperor in a lavish ceremony at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Defying tradition, he took the crown from Pope Pius VII and placed it on his own head, symbolizing his authority derived not from the Church but from himself. This event marked

Live updates: St. Louis traffic and weather

1 week 3 days ago
ST. LOUIS -- The snow moved on from St. Louis overnight, but the impact is still being felt on roads and in classrooms. Several districts are adjusting schedules after Monday’s snowfall, and the morning commute is slow in spots. Lambert Airport recorded more than three inches of snow, enough to slow traffic and close schools. [...]
Joe Millitzer

Missouri sports betting likely to change patterns, impact neighboring states

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On Sundays, Spencer Murry has been driving across the border into Kansas to place bets on sports. Murry, a Kansas City resident, said he’s always loved watching sports. When he learned about sports betting via social media, he started placing bets on the Chiefs. “I’ll go on Sunday mornings, so probably once a week, maybe […]
Ceilidh Kern

New age verification rule causes Pornhub to shut down access in Missouri

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Pornography sites that wish to operate in Missouri must now verify that users are adults before granting access to explicit content, under a new rule that went into effect Monday.  The change caused the porn industry’s largest website, Pornhub, to block access  in Missouri, issuing a statement calling the new rule ineffective and a potential […]
Jason Hancock

White House Launches Worthless And Whiny Taxpayer-Funded ‘Media Bias’ Tracker

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Not content with just filing baseless lawsuits against media companies who say mean things about our historically unpopular president, the Trump administration has unveiled a new lazy wrinkle in its war on journalism and free speech. The White House unveiled a new section of its website last week that claims to be tracking media outlets […]
Karl Bode