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Telehealth abortion provider now accepts Medicaid, addressing access gaps for low-income patients in Illinois

Hey Jane, a telemedicine provider that helps people access medication abortion care, will now be covered by Medicaid in Illinois.

Giving Tuesday: What It Is and How To Celebrate

Giving Tuesday takes place on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. We’ve compiled a guide on celebrating this annual tradition of giving back.

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18 Ideas to Celebrate Small Business Saturday

Get your reusable tote bags ready! Small Business Saturday takes place on the weekend following Thanksgiving in the United States. Here are some pointers for shopping small this season.

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'Sewage beer' craft brew made from treated wastewater offers unique solution to water scarcity issues

Since 2002, Singapore has been recycling its wastewater into high-grade reclaimed water. Today, that same water is used to make a new type of craft brew.

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Mattel debuts first-ever gender-fluid doll modeled after fashion icon Harris Reed

The Monster High Doll is called ‘The Witch Weaver,’ which Harris says is a symbol for one’s ability to shift and transform identities.

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Pine cone collectors hope to stave off future forest fires: 'We need to do something now'

To regenerate forests, pine cone collectors are replanting one seedling at a time.

USPS takes Santa's workshop online, partnering with Toys R Us to fulfill wishes for children in need

The new online platform makes buying and shipping gifts to children and families in need a breeze.

3 Bombas Products: Men's Vintage Strips Calf Sock, Men's Premium Weight T-shirt, and Men's Sunday Slippers

Men's Gift Guide: 8 Most Underrated Bombas Items To Get Him Instead of Plain Old Socks

Bombas is known for its give-back ethos and comfy socks, but here are a few other items to consider while shopping for the men in your life.

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Meet the newest Barbie: Maria Tallchief, America's first prima ballerina and member of Osage Nation

With the release of the doll, Mattel will also make a donation to the Center for Native American Youth.

3 Of The Best Bombas Products For The Woman In Your Life: Sunday Slippers, Bow Quarter Socks, and Ultra-Stretch Calf Socks

Gifts for Her: 9 Best Bombas Products for Every Woman in Your Life

Bombas is known for its give-back ethos and comfy socks. Here are our recommendations for the best Bombas items to get for the women in your life.

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As the South continues recovering from Helene, volunteers bag 50,000 of food for families in need

Nearly two months after Helene, families in South Carolina are still feeling the affects of the disaster as Thanksgiving approaches.

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Donate a pound of food to shelter animals just by writing a letter to Chewy Claus (aka the Santa for pets)

Chewy is also partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to offer free adoptions during Thanksgiving weekend.