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Hollywood Reacts to Donald Trump’s Guilty Verdict in Hush Money Case | THR News Video

Former president Donald Trump was convicted by a jury Thursday on all 34 counts of falsifying business records. Mark Hamill, Lynda Carter, George Takei and Sheryl Lee Ralph are among those in Hollywood who have taken to social media to share their reaction to the guilty verdict.

This Day in History: 'Star Wars' Opens (Saturday, May 25th)

This Day in History: , 'Star Wars' Opens. May 25, 1977. The first installment of George Lucas' saga "in a galaxy far, far away," premiered in the U.S. on Memorial Day weekend. Cinema would be forever marked by the premiere, described as an "earthquake" by Princess Leia star, Carrie Fisher. Months before the release, Lucas and 20th Century Fox co-ordinated an extensive marketing push. The anticipation for the film led to long lines, sold out showings and, ultimately, a pop culture phenomenon. Actors Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher became overnight stars and fan obsessions. Now under the helm of Disney, new 'Star Wars' films and streaming shows are scheduled well into the 2020s

Many Colorado Schools Have Yet to Address Lead Contaminated Drinking Water

Many Colorado Schools, Have Yet to Address Lead , Contaminated Drinking Water . 'Newsweek' reports that water contaminated with lead has been detected across ten of the largest school districts in Colorado. . According to an analysis by the Colorado Public Interest Research Group (CoPIRG), over 2,000 water fixtures tested positive for high levels of lead. . After a year of first detecting the contamination, over half have yet to be addressed. Kids may be out of school for the summer, but schools have a lot of homework to do to ensure sources of lead-contaminated drinking water are addressed before kids return in the fall, Kristin Schatz, Clean air advocate at CoPIGR, via 'Newsweek'. Exposure to lead can be particularly harmful to kids, with a significant impact on learning, growth and behavior. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, there is no level of lead exposure for children that is considered "safe.". According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, there is no level of lead exposure for children that is considered "safe.". 'Newsweek' reports that a 2022 state law required all elementary schools and child care centers serving grades preschool through fifth grade to test for lead. The results of those tests were made public in 2023, and schools were required to remediate any water sources with 5 parts per billion (ppb) or more of lead. The results of those tests were made public in 2023, and schools were required to remediate any water sources with 5 parts per billion (ppb) or more of lead. Of the 2,201 contaminated drinking water sources with lead levels of 5 ppb or more, only 36% of those sources have been addressed, according to CoPIGR's report. Knowledge is power. Parents armed with the state's lead testing results should have an easier time getting school administrators to 'get the lead out' and if they are not responsive, it should be easier to hold them accountable, Kristin Schatz, Clean air advocate at CoPIGR, via 'Newsweek'

Tips for Building an Outdoor Workout Routine

Tips for Building an Outdoor , Workout Routine. Associated Press recently spoke with experts about the benefits of exercising outside compared to in the gym. Spending time in nature has long been known to improve both physical and mental well-being, similarly to the known effects of regular exercise. According to Debbie Rhea, a professor in kinesiology at Texas Christian University, the combination of the two doubles down on what helps keep adults healthy. . We’ve got to get outside. We’ve got to be active. If we’re going to live long lives, this is what it’s about, Debbie Rhea, professor in kinesiology at Texas Christian University, Colorado, via Associated Press. Connie Sciolino, founder of the Alpine Training Center in Boulder, Colorado, suggests that those looking to start an outdoor workout routine look back to activities they used to enjoy. People who enjoy hiking or biking could use that to build an aerobic base by taking longer and longer walks or rides. Once that becomes easy, Sciolino suggests increasing the intensity of those workouts to build strength. If jogging is their main activity, I would send them to bleachers or do some up-down on stairs, either in sprint format or put a pack on their back, Connie Sciolino, founder of the Alpine Training Center in Boulder, Colorado, via Associated Press. According to the National Recreation and Park Association, one-third of park agencies have outdoor exercise equipment, ranging from pull-bars to rowing machines. According to the National Recreation and Park Association, one-third of park agencies have outdoor exercise equipment, ranging from pull-bars to rowing machines. This equipment, combined with body weight exercises like push-ups and squats, can help you build a complete outdoor workout routine.

Snacks Nutritionists Eat Every Day

Snacks Nutritionists Eat Every Day. 'Eat This, Not That!' asked 15 dietitian-nutritionists what they snack on every day. Here are some of their choices. Granny Smith Apple. Granny Smith Apples, specifically cut into thin slices, makes it more satisfying to snack on. They're sweet yet tart and crisp making them the perfect snack!, Julie Lichtman, RDN, LD, a Philadelphia-based registered dietitian. Lime Chips and Fresh Guacamole. The combination of flavors is so satisfying and with the healthy fat and whole-grain carbohydrate, it makes for a satisfying snack that holds me over to the next meal!, Christa Brown, MS, RDN, registered dietitian and owner of Christa Brown Dietitian LLC. Eggs. Hard-boiled with a little everything bagel seasoning or mashed with a little avocado, eggs are a daily part of my snacking life because they are so nutrient-dense!, Liz Shaw, MS, RD, LD, registered dietitian and author of 'Air Fryer For Dummies'. Hummus and Vegetables. Raw vegetables offer a satisfying crunch, and the protein in the hummus helps keep me full between meals, Brianna Baker, MS, RDN, LD, a Houston-based registered dietitian. Kiwis. ... data suggests that eating two of these fruits before bed results in falling asleep 42% more quickly when compared with people who don't enjoy these tasty treats at nighttime, Brittany Scanniello, RD, LD, a Colorado-based registered dietitian