Chemical residue can be a primary cause of stiff towels and products like fabric softener can often be to blame.
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Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
Was the project doomed by the economic realities of globalization, the competitive landscape in the smartphone business, or were Google’s shifting corporate priorities ultimately to blame?
Unplug Illinois is a campaign created by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association to encourage people to put down their electronic devices and instead play, explore creative fun and enjoy friends, according to city website information.
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Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
Many put down roots while others moved on, restless to find even more land, fewer people, more freedom, and better soil.
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