Opportunities for legal gambling have exploded since a 2018 Supreme Court decision. But research on gambling addiction and treatment for the problem lags. PM Images/Digital Vision/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption PM Images/Digital Vision/Getty Images For most people, betting on sports is recreational and responsible. But not for everyone. And for people who have an addiction to gambling, the March Madness NCAA tournament can be a particularly challenging time. “Everyone I know that gambles just goes crazy this time of year,” says a man named Scott. “From the conference tournaments through the national championship game.” For Scott, problem gambling contributed…
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When it comes to the Texas two-step, I am partial to the Valero Texas Open, as I lived in San Antonio for a decade and met my wife there. Those are my cards on the table. That being said… I love that the Texas Children’s Houston Open is a thing in our lives once more. I’m a Texas dude through and through, and when it comes to Major League Baseball, I root for the Houston Astros. I say this because I went to Opening Day last week and the vibes/energy in Clutch City were all over the place with the…
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The cryptocurrency sector ended the first quarter on a sour note, with several of its mega-cap coins recording double-digit losses. What happened: The total cryptocurrency market capitalization shrank from $3.26 trillion on Jan. 1 to $2.68 trillion at the end of the quarter, marking a 17% decline. Market barometer Bitcoin BTC/USD slid 11% year-to-date. Ethereum ETH/USD, the second most valued cryptocurrency, recorded a much sharper decline of 44%. Top altcoins such as Solana SOL/USD, Dogecoin DOGE/USD, and Cardano ADA/USD also failed to escape the downturn, all shedding more than 20% of their value since 2025 began. The sector struggled largely…
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In today’s health-conscious world, lean protein has become a cornerstone of many diets. Fitness enthusiasts, wellness advocates, and everyday consumers alike often prioritize protein intake, typically focusing on lean muscle meats (such as steaks, chicken breasts, ground turkey, and deli meats) or opting for whey protein powder shakes. But what if this narrow approach to animal protein is missing a crucial component of our ancestral diet? What if the parts we’ve been discarding hold the key to better health? The Missing Piece — Collagen and Gelatin If you examine most standard modern diets, you’ll notice they’re typically high in muscle…
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Kenyan President William Ruto (L), flanked by former arch-rival and veteran politician Raila Odinga (R) addresses his supporters after they officially signed a political cooperation deal in a bid to boost his presidency after months of turmoil, in Nairobi on March 7, 2025. Agence France-Presse NAIROBI — Kenya’s President William Ruto sparked protests recently after donating some $150,000 to a Nairobi church just months after saying such hand-outs fueled corruption. Ruto’s pledge of 20 million shillings to the Jesus Winner Ministry Church led to protesters gathering there a week later, demanding the return of what they called “stolen tax money”,…
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New tests of blood and spinal fluid can show how far Alzheimer’s has progressed and how fast a patient’s memory will decline. MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: New tests of blood and spinal fluid can identify people experiencing memory loss from Alzheimer’s disease. NPR’s Jon Hamilton reports that the experimental tests could eventually help doctors diagnose the disease and could predict which patients will benefit from drug treatment. JON HAMILTON, BYLINE: Current blood tests can show whether a person’s brain contains the sticky amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease. But Dr. Randall Bateman of Washington University in St. Louis says that’s…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Running a business is by no means an easy career path. From managing resources to keeping staff happy and delivering a consistently high-quality product or service, it’s a constant effort that breeds many highs and lows. No matter how well you finish one year and start the next, it’s vitally important to examine your business performance over the past 12 months. By celebrating the wins and critically assessing the shortcomings, you can develop a robust plan not just to survive but thrive. Make a list of what is and isn’t working Taking…
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The NFL dropped one of my favorite things of the offseason: The official coach’s photo. Each year the league asks that all 32 coaches join together for a class photo during league meetings, and it never stops being entertaining. What makes the coach photo special is that there’s seemingly never a plan for this thing. Guys just rock up in whatever clothes they happened to throw on and get herded like cats to get this shot. As a result we get a sense of their true personalities, and today we’re breaking down the real jobs of all these coaches in…
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CEBU CITY, Philippines — The mayor of Dalaguete, several government officials of the town and private contractors were charged before the Office of the Ombudsman-Visayas for violation of Republic Act No. 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, malversation of public funds or property, and grave misconduct. The National Bureau of Investigation-Central Visayas (NBI-7) asked the Ombudsman to investigate Dalaguete Mayor Ronald Allan Cesante, Municipal Engineer Expedizitas Lenares, James Osorio from the Municipal Engineering Office (MEO), Chief of Construction section of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-7 2nd Engineering District Sergio Bendulo Jr. and Junior project engineer…
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Gainers SharpLink Gaming SBET stock increased by 37.5% to $0.4 during Monday’s after-market session. The company’s market cap stands at $2.7 million. Sportsman’s Warehouse SPWH stock rose 15.68% to $1.15. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $43.6 million. PVH PVH stock moved upwards by 15.51% to $74.67. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.1 billion. The company’s, Q4 earnings came out today. Lazydays Hldgs GORV stock increased by 14.05% to $0.37. The company’s market cap stands at $40.6 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. MKDWell Tech MKDW shares increased…