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Apr 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway's Big Names Talk Truth, Art, and Standing Up

George Clooney and Patti LuPone have a lot in common. They both have a passion for their craft. They both have a strong sense of social responsibility. And they both have a knack for making people laugh. But they also have a lot to say about the state of the world and the role of art in it. For Cloo

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Apr 22 2025FINANCE

Tariffs Take Flight: Big Hits for Major U. S. Manufacturers

The aerospace industry is bracing for a financial storm. Two major players, RTX and GE Aerospace, are expecting a significant financial blow due to tariffs on imported goods and materials. This is not just about numbers; it's about the ripple effect on the global supply chain and the prices consumer

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Apr 22 2025SPORTS

Quarterback and Tight End: Two Paths in San Francisco

The 49ers offseason workouts are underway, and the team's key players are taking different paths. Brock Purdy, the 25-year-old quarterback, is actively participating in the voluntary workouts. Meanwhile, George Kittle, the 31-year-old tight end, is notably absent. Purdy is in the spotlight this off

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Why Some People Are Skeptical About Dengue Shots

Vaccines for dengue, a nasty mosquito-borne illness, face a tough crowd. Safety worries are a big reason why some people hesitate to get vaccinated. To tackle this problem, smart plans are needed to break down the walls that stand in the way. To get a handle on this, a deep dive into current re

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Apr 22 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Hydrogen Peroxide Production with a Sweet Twist

The quest to make hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) through electrochemistry is tough. It needs a stable and high-performing electrode-electrolyte interface. A recent breakthrough used glucose to tweak the environment around this interface. This was done by sticking glucose onto graphite felt. The result? A

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

Metals and Parkinson's: The Hidden Links

Parkinson's disease is a big deal. It's the second most common brain disorder that causes problems with movement. It can really mess up a person's life. Scientists have been looking into how metals in our bodies might play a role in this disease. They checked out 8 metals that our body needs and 2 t

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Apr 22 2025BUSINESS

The Battle of Fair Trade: How One Businessman is Fighting Back

In the heart of Savannah, Georgia, a unique story unfolds. It is about a man who started a clothing line while serving in the military. Tyler Merritt founded Nine Line Apparel in his garage, focusing on honoring service members. This brand quickly gained popularity, appealing not just to veterans bu

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Apr 22 2025SCIENCE

Soybean Leaf Disease Detection: A New Approach

The ability to spot soybean leaf diseases quickly and accurately is key to boosting both the amount and quality of the crop. Traditional methods of identifying diseases from images often fall short. They struggle with small targets and similar-looking diseases in complex environments. A new model,

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

The Future of Free Preventive Care: A Legal Showdown

The highest court in the land is currently grappling with a case that could have big implications for millions of Americans. The issue at hand is whether people will have to start paying out-of-pocket for certain preventive care services, like diabetes screenings and HIV-prevention drugs. These serv

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

How Social Media and Physical Health Interact

Social media's impact on women's body image is a hot topic. A recent investigation dug into how excessive social media use affects self-objectification and body image issues. It also looked at how physical activity and dieting intensity play a role in this dynamic. The study also considered the ment

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