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Restricting Sleep During the Week Negatively Affects Cardiovascular Health New research led by Penn State reveals that insufficient sleep during the week and attempting to catch up on sleep over the weekend is not enough to normalize cardiovascular health measures, such as heart rate and blood pressure. The study, published in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine, demonstrates a potential mechanism for …

Historic Promotion for New Haven Firefighter NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Shakira Samuels, a dedicated firefighter in New Haven, has made history as she was promoted to the position of deputy fire marshal. This achievement is particularly notable as Samuels now holds the distinction of being the highest-ranking woman of color in the history of the New Haven Fire Department. …

Riding Opportunities for Women Motorcyclists on the Rise STURGIS, S.D. – As the number of women motorcyclists increases, so does the availability of riding opportunities. The inaugural “Pearl’s Girl’s Ride” took off on Wednesday, offering a scenic journey through the beautiful Black Hills. Named after Pearl Hoel, the wife of Sturgis Rally founder Pappy Hoel, the Pearl’s Girls Ride was …

The Gothic Cathedral of Santa Maria in Palma, Mallorca I had the opportunity to visit the beautiful island of Mallorca in Spain when a friend of a friend asked me to look after her five cats in exchange for staying at her house for two weeks. I jumped at the chance, as I had never done anything like this before. …

Five Pac-12 teams featured in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Five teams from the Pac-12 conference have earned spots in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, a testament to the strength of the conference this season. With impressive performances in recent weeks, these teams have cemented themselves as formidable competitors in college basketball. Oregon Leading the way for the …