economy
What happens when a female mosquito bites a human being?
As the mosquito is feeding, it injects saliva into your skin. Your body reacts to the saliva resulting in a bump and itching. Some people have only a mild...
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education insights
Can I get medical insurance with a pre-existing condition?
Yes. Under the Affordable Care Act, health insurance companies can't refuse to cover you or charge you more just because you have a “pre-existing con...
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policy
Why do private schools pay so little?
Basically, the main reason private school teachers get paid less is that there is less of a demand for private school teachers than public schools; lower ...
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economy
Do hives spread when you scratch?
First and foremost, don't scratch your itch! Hives can be extremely itchy, and the natural instinct would be to scratch the area that is bothering yo...
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investigative reporting
Can you wear white pants on a rainy day?
Avoid wearing white when you are going to a home or area that has animals. Animal hair shows up quite vividly on white. Also, avoid wearing white on rainy...
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economy
What does apricot look like?
Similar in shape to a peach, the fruit is nearly smooth, round to oblong in some varieties, and somewhat flattened but with little to no hairiness when ri...
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education insights
Why do you get rats in your garden?
Urban gardens are particularly hospitable to rats because they provide food, water, and safety. Rats will burrow into any available earthen space within c...
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culture
Who is Jesus in True Blood?
Jesús Velásquez (pronounced heh-soos) was a brujo on the HBO original series True Blood. Played by American starring actor Kevin Alejandro, Jesús makes hi...
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policy
Can I pump every 4 hours instead of 3?
Don't worry, if your baby is older than 3 months, your milk should be regulated and you can still maintain your milk supply by using your breast pump...
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technology trends
Why do earaches hurt more at night?
Pain is worse at night, again because of low cortisol levels. Lying down also backs up drainage into the middle ear, causing pressure on the eardrum and p...
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