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The Verdant Refuge of India’s Sacred Groves

A herd of goats makes its way through a stubbly, dry grassland to a hilly grove. As they get closer, the air becomes noticeably cooler, the vegetation denser, the grass greener. A couple of buffalo wallow in a shallow pool of water, and beyond, a forest path leads to a... The post The Verdant Refuge of India’s Sacred Groves appeared first on Reasons to be Cheerful.

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the sun shines brightly through the trees and grass

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Health Medical Xpress Apr 13
PEPITEM 'replacement therapy' shows potential for early-stage inflammatory arthritis

Scientists investigating the naturally occurring immunopeptide PEPITEM have shown reductions in arthritic joint swelling to a degree comparable to the current standard of care, and reduce the inflammatory changes that cause joint damage.

Boston, MA WBUR Apr 13
Mitt Romney returns to Massachusetts to mark the 20th anniversary of landmark health reform law

The law made insurance mandatory for most individuals, fined some employers who didn’t provide it and created subsidized health plans for low- to moderate-income residents.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 13
Dear Abby: My friend’s husband is sexting with other women on the side

Dear Abby advises a woman on how to handle a friend's husband's inappropriate behavior.

Boston, MA WBUR Apr 13
Brittney Griner to sign with Connecticut Sun, AP source says

The 35-year-old Griner is from Houston and the Connecticut franchise is moving there in 2027. The 6-foot-9 forward won a WNBA title in 2014 with Phoenix and was the league's leading scorer in 2017 and 2019.

Albany, NY NEWS10 ABC Apr 13
Vintage fashion meets 3-on-3 hoops in Second Sunday Showdown

A unique blend of culture and competition came together on Sunday afternoon at the Gary Bynon Athletic Center in Clifton Park -- as the vintage market Second Sunday partnered with HalfCourt for more than just a basketball tournament.

Miami, FL NBC Miami Apr 13
Live updates: Today's South Florida News

Find live updates of the latest breaking news across South Florida. For a deeper dive, check out our home page or local collection.

Washington, DC NBC4 DC Apr 13
Storm Team4 Forecast: April heat wave to kick off Tuesday

4 things to know about the weather: Getting hot this week Near record high temperatures Dry most days Shower chance Friday, storm chance Sunday After a few light showers, we are back to dry conditions that will continue for most of the week. Get ready for a taste of summer. Afternoon highs will be near 90 for the next few days, with the possibility of reaching or beating record highs. With mild mornings and hot afternoons, you will want to be smart about when you enjoy outdoor activities. Early in the morning or late in the evening will be best for strenuous activities. Practice heat safety and stay hydrated. If you are looking for rain, it will be hard to find this week. There is a chance for a shower or two Friday, and the next best chance for rain comes with a cold front Sunday. Showers and storms are likely Sunday. Stay with Storm Team4 for the latest. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather ra

USA NPR Apr 13
Rory McIlroy wins the Masters for second year in a row

Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 13
‘Duck Dynasty’ star Sadie Robertson speaks out about the moment her eight-month-old daughter choked and stopped breathing

Sadie Robertson is opening up about a terrifying moment in which her baby daughter Kit choked and briefly stopped breathing.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 13
Nets accomplished their two season goals — with lottery fate all that remains

The Nets ended the season with a 136-101 loss in Toronto.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 13
CBS bashed for botching Rory McIlroy’s Masters-winning shots

There is nothing like watching Rory McIlroy win a back-to-back Masters for golf fans -- that is if you actually see the winning shots.