Don’t Give Donald Trump’s Half-Baked Elections Plans More Juice Than They Deserve
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Don’t Give Donald Trump’s Half-Baked Elections Plans More Juice Than They Deserve

This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and news analysis. An early episode of South Park features a subplot in which tiny gnomes sneak into the houses of South Park residents in order to steal their underpants. When asked why, they explain that collecting underpants is just the beginning: “Well, Phase 1, we collect underpants.” “What about Phase 2?” “Well, Phase 3 is profit.” When pressed, they explain again: “You see, Phase 1, collect underpants. Phase 2 … . Phase 3, profit.” It’s a beautifully crisp lampooning of half-baked ideas, built for business plans but readily adaptable to any sort of scheme. And it’s profoundly relevant to the current electoral conversations. Last month, President Trump...
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Don’t use cannabis during pregnancy or breastfeeding, leading OBGYN group says
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Don’t use cannabis during pregnancy or breastfeeding, leading OBGYN group says

A leading OBGYN group has strengthened its guidelines surrounding the use of cannabis just before and during pregnancy, as well as during breastfeeding.(Image credit: Jamie Grill via Getty Images)People who are pregnant or lactating should not use cannabis, newly updated guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) stress. The professional group, which in a 2017 report already encouraged OB-GYNs to advise their patients against cannabis use during pregnancy, now recommends that clinicians systematically ask about, or "screen for"cannabis use by their patients before, during and after pregnancy. The updated guidelinespublished in September, also say clinicians should educate their patients about the drug's potential risks.ACOG recommends universal screening for cannabis through interviews, self-reports and other validated tools, but the professional group advises against biological testing, which uses hair or urine samples to detect cannabis...
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‘Don’t Go Broke Trying To Compete With People Who Steal Money’ –  Singer Efya Warns Fans
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‘Don’t Go Broke Trying To Compete With People Who Steal Money’ – Singer Efya Warns Fans

Lifestyle NewsGhanaian singer Efya has shared an important message on social media, warning her followers not to compete with people who have made their money in dishonest ways. She said that trying to keep up with those who live lavish lifestyles can lead to financial trouble. In her tweet, she wrote: “Don’t go broke trying to compete with people that steal money…”Efya’s warning is especially relevant today, as many young people feel pressure to match the flashy lifestyles they see on social media. They often don’t know how these people got their money.Known for her strong voice and meaningful lyrics, Efya encouraged her fans to live within their means and avoid comparing themselves to others. She highlighted that it’s important to focus on being financially stable rather than trying to look rich.Her message reminds everyone...
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