A map showing the drunkest and driest counties in the United States. (intoxicstates.com)
Read MoreTeen drug and alcohol use reached a record low this year, according to survey results released this month. The downward trend began during the widespread isolation of the pandemic. Delaying first-time substance use until after adolescence could decrease addiction, researchers said.(Rubin, Axios) Read more>>
Read MoreRabbi Fixler is among a growing number of religious leaders experimenting with A.I. in their work, spurring an industry of faith-based tech companies that offer A.I. tools, from assistants that can do theological research to chatbots that can help write sermons. (Tan, The New York Times)
Read MoreWhile Gen Alpha members became familiar with smart technology and early iterations of artificial intelligence, McCrindle says Gen Beta will experience artificial intelligence and automation in every aspect of life, more so than previous generations. (CBS Miami)
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions actually go back to ancient times! So, before you pooh-pooh the idea, let’s explore what’s behind this tradition and more practical ways towards self-improvement. Plus, we also compare the top 10 resolutions from the 1940s to those of today! Are you surprised? (Boeckmann, Almanac)
Read MoreCarter, who died Sunday at 100, was widely known as a man of faith, especially after his long post-presidency became defined by images of the Baptist Sunday School teacher building homes for low-income people and fighting diseases across the developing world. (Barrow, AP News)
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