-HEALTH -

Moderate consumption of coffee and caffiene on a regular basis may help prevent cardiometabolic multimorbidity — or the co-occurrence of cardiometabolic diseases — which includes conditions such as type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and stroke, a new study suggests.

The research, published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, examined data from the UK Biobank, which is a broader database feature the health information of more than 500,000 people between the ages of 37 and 73.

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-YOUR MARRIAGE-

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In their newest book, three DU psychology professors break down how to avoid divorce using the basics of happy, communicative relationships.

Need a wedding gift for a happy couple in your life? 

Well, look no further—psychology professor Galena Rhoades has the perfect idea: her latest book, “Fighting for Your Marriage: Positive Steps for Preventing Divorce and Building a Lasting Love.”

The idea of “preventing divorce” and “fighting for your marriage” before it has even begun may seem like putting the cart before the horse, but Rhoades likens the book to a “how-to” handbook for relationships.

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FINANCE AND INVESTING TIPS FOR THE SANDWICH GENERATION
Generation X Is Turning 60, and Many Can’t Afford to Retire

Many Americans born between 1965 and 1980, often referred to as Gen X, are facing shortfalls in savings as they approach the traditional retirement age. Wall Street Journal reporter Hannah Miao joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why they are in a worse position than the previous generation’s baby boomers were at the same age.
J.R. Whalen: Here's your Money Briefing for Friday, August 23rd. I'm J.R. Whalen for the Wall Street Journal. The oldest members of Generation X will soon turn 60, but as they move closer to the traditional retirement age, many are still struggling to make ends meet.
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-YOUR KIDS-

Gen Z and Boomers Disagree on Who Should Discipline Their Kids

Only about one-third of elementary school students in the U.S. are reading at grade level, according to the recent National Assessment of Educational Progress. In response, many schools are rethinking how they teach kids to read.
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-CARING FOR PARENTS-
5 Tips for Sandwich Caregivers on How to Balance Children and a Parent with Dementia

For many families, late summer ushers in the annual ritual known as “back to school.” Dreaded by kids and celebrated by parents, the return to school marks a time of transition to more rigid schedules after a few months of fun and flexibility.

But for sandwich generation caregivers – those who are raising a family while caring for a parent – the new school calendar and all the activities associated with it can add to an already hectic schedule.

National surveys have found there are about 11 million sandwich generation caregivers, with about 2.2 million caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. The number of sandwich generation caregivers is expected to grow as Baby Boomers increasingly move into retirement age and live longer lives..
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-YOUR JOB and Career-
37% Of Recruiters Say Job Hopping Is A Red Flag In 2024—But Is It?

Job Hopping As A Red Flag

According to a recent LinkedIn survey of 1,024 hiring managers, 54% say they want candidates who are committed to learning and upskilling. Almost half (48%) report that they give extra consideration to candidates who can start as soon as possible and 40% to candidates who are willing to work in the office full time.

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