Author: Laura Pence

Meatheads
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The ‘Meathead’ Stereotype Might be Wrong

According to research, the classic “meathead” stereotype, muscular guys being less intelligent, doesn’t hold up.
Laura Pence,

Turns out the old “brawn over brains” stereotype might be less science and more sitcom writing. The classic “meathead” stereotype…muscular guys being less intelligent…doesn’t hold up, with research suggesting men with more traditionally masculine body types can actually score higher on intelligence measures. In other words, the guy bench-pressing next to you might also be mentally bench-pressing complex ideas. Researchers…

Cereal Toys
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Kellogg’s is Bringing Toys Back to Cereal Boxes

For the first time in more than a decade...cereal-lovers will find collectible toys tucked inside the boxes.
Laura Pence,

Kellogg’s is serving up a blast from the past. For the first time in more than a decade…cereal-lovers will find collectible toys tucked inside the boxes. It’s part of a special promotion tied to Disney and Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 5.’ The limited-edition boxes hit shelves nationwide on Sunday ahead of the film’s release on June 19th. Click here for more from…

Canadian
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Is There a Chance You’re Secretly Canadian?

Millions more Americans might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship right now.
Laura Pence,

Is there a chance you’re secretly Canadian? Do you love maple syrup, hockey, winter, ketchup chips, and always say, “Sorry, eh”? There’s been a new rule change in Canada, where “Millions more Americans” might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship right now. Previously, Canadian citizenship-by-descent could only be passed down one generation, from parent to child…but now, you could qualify if…

Senior Helpers
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Senior Helpers Can Assist Seniors with Creating a Safer Home Environment

For more information on what Senior Helpers offers, visit SeniorHelpers.com.
Laura Pence,

Amy Petersen-Smith, the Chief Excellence Officer with Senior Helpers of Charleston, Murrells Inlet & Summerville was in the studio to talk about common household tripping hazards that seniors should be aware of as well as safety precautions older adults should take. Amy also talks about the physical and mental health benefits of an organized home.  Senior Helpers can assist those…

Ollis
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Local Author Shares Details on Her Debut Children’s Book ‘Olli’s Cave of Treasures’

To learn more about Linda and her book, visit LindaMurphyBooks.com.
Laura Pence,

Jason sits down with Linda Murphy, a local author who shares details on her very first children’s book! Murphy is a Myrtle Beach-based author and former educator who consistently witnessed how early kids start to believe that “more” equals happiness or self-worth—and how that mindset follows them home. Her debut children’s book, Olli’s Cave of Treasures, brings that idea to…

Beach Sweep
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Kingston Resorts Hosting Annual Earth Day Beach Sweep

If every person who lives in Myrtle Beach picked up 5 pieces of trash every day for a year, they'd collectively clean up 73 million pieces of garbage.
Laura Pence,

Haley Grace-McCormick of Nature’s Negotiators was in the studio with detials on Kingston Resorts’ Annual Earth Day Beach Sweep. Wednesday, April 22, Kingston will host a free educational workshop with speakers from the SC Department of Natural Resources and the Bureau of Coastal Management to discuss beach habitats, sea turtle ecology and nesting as well as the adopt-a-beach program and coastal outreach. Following the…

Videos
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Want to Cut Out Junk Food? Just Watch Videos about Junk Food

Researchers call it "cross-modal satiation"...
Laura Pence,

A new study might have found a way to curb your craving for junk food. All you have to do is watch a video about junk food. The study found that people who are trying to abstain from unhealthy foods end up watching more about them online…and then, surprisingly, they eat less of it afterward. Researchers call it “cross-modal satiation”…basically,…

Dream Mood
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Do Your Dreams Affect Your Mood?

If you have a bad dream, you could likely wake up in a nasty mood...
Laura Pence,

Researchers say your dreams could affect your mood in the morning. If you have a bad dream, you could likely wake up in a nasty mood…but on the flip side, dreams with a mix of fear and joy increased the odds of waking up in a mellow mood. Dream sleep which is called rem or rapid eye movement is the…

Teal Tues
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It’s the 10th Anniversary of Giving Teal Tuesday at CCU

Show your Teal spirit and visit GivingTealTuesday.com.
Laura Pence,

  Teal Nation is celebrating 10th Anniversary of Giving Teal Tuesday, Coastal Carolina University’s 24-hour day of generosity. This year, the goal is 800 donors in 24 hours. Every gift moves the University closer and fuels scholarships, strengthens programs, and supports the future of CCU. Show your Teal spirit and visit GivingTealTuesday.com. Click here for more from WFXB.

Starbucks
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Starbucks and AI Will Pick a Drink for You Based on Your Mood

The tool lets users ask for recommendations based on mood, cravings, or even a photo.
Laura Pence,

Starbucks is testing a new A.I.-powered feature that suggests drinks based on how you’re feeling. The tool, now in Beta inside ChatGPT, lets users ask for recommendations based on mood, cravings, or even a photo. It’s one of the first examples of a major restaurant chain using A.I. to shape how customers decide what to order. The move reflects a…

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