TV viewing linked to complacent health habits study finds
A decade long study from the Annenberg School shows frequent television watchers, especially soap fans, tend to believe medicine is magical and neglect healthy behaviors. Researchers say TV cultivates complacency, elevates trust in doctors, and undermines prevention efforts, affecting nutrition and exercise habits.
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Fresno man formerly Terrill Williams changes name to God
Terrill C. Williams, a 42 year old unemployed Fresno bachelor and aspiring writer, had his name legally changed to God by order of Superior Court Judge Charles Hamilin. He says a vision and bolt of lightning prompted the move as part of his belief in a coming new age by 1982.
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