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TL/DR - The US has urged Israel to protect civilian lives amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza, although US officials, including national security adviser Jake Sullivan, have yet to publicly criticize any aspect of Israel's current military effort. Communication between the two countries has continued, with President Biden reiterating support for…

TL/DR - Costco has partnered with online health marketplace Sesame to offer Costco members low-cost medical visits. Members will have access to both in-person or virtual visits, including a $29 virtual primary care visit, a $79 virtual mental health therapy visit, and a $72 health assessment, among others. However, the article suggests that while…

Maintaining Fitness During Winter Winter, the season of warmth and comfort, typically doesn't inspire early gym sessions or evening jogs. However, studies suggest that you tend to cut your training hours short and spend more time being inactive during winter. However, there are effective ways to keep up with your fitness routine during the cold…

TL/DR - Don Hicks, a father from Ann Arbor, Michigan, has published a children's book called "Frankenwalnut," inspired by stories he used to tell his son Alex at bedtime. The book, which takes about half an hour to read, is about the adventures of Frankenwalnut and his friend Cassius Cashew in a world full of mixed nuts. Hicks says a key theme in…