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Are Study Breaks Biologically Necessary?

By Katie DrummondOct 18th 2010 – 4:06PM
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(Oct. 18) -- Your cat naps, candy runs and little Oprah reposes aren't actually helping you ace that cramming session. In fact, a new study suggests that the necessary nature of "study breaks" is little more than mind over matter. First, the conventional wisdom: "Students who may already have trouble studying are being...

Report: Mavericks Have a 'Done Deal' With Rick Carlisle

By Matt MooreMay 9th 2008 – 11:21PM

According to a report by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the Dallas Mavericks have their man. The paper is reporting that a verbal deal is in place with Rick Carlisle to become the new head coach of the Mavericks. It will be his third head coaching job in the NBA, this time succeeding Avery Johnson who was fired after...

Background on break

Breakbeat (sometimes breakbeats or breaks) is a term used to describe a collection of sub-genres of electronic music, usually characterized by the use of a non-straightened 4/4 drum pattern (as opposed to the steady beat of house).

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