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Feb 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Smoke Signals: What's Happening in Dibrugarh's Air?

Dibrugarh, a city in the northeastern part of India, has been under the microscope for its air quality. Scientists have been keeping an eye on tiny particles called aerosols that float around in the air. These aerosols can mess with the environment in both the short and long term. Understanding how

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Feb 27 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: Why the Odds of Impact Keep Changing

In the vast expanse of space, scientists are keeping a close eye on asteroid 2024 YR4. This space rock, first spotted in December 2024, has been a hot topic due to its potential to hit Earth in 2032. The European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA have been tracking 2024 YR4 closely. Initially, th

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Feb 27 2025POLITICS

Big Shake-Up in US Foreign Aid

The current administration in the US is making huge changes to how the country gives aid to other nations. The plan is to cut more than 90% of the contracts from the US Agency for International Development. This means that a lot of the money that was going to help other countries will now be stopped

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Feb 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Wearable Tech: The Future of Interactive Clothing

Imagine wearing a shirt that can control your virtual reality game just by moving your arm. Or a helmet that can monitor your safety without any buttons or switches. This is not science fiction anymore. It is all possible with a new kind of technology called overbraided magnetoresistive sensors. Th

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Feb 27 2025BUSINESS

U. S. Manufacturing Boost: Eli Lilly's Big Bet

Eli Lilly has just announced a massive investment of $27 billion to construct four new manufacturing sites across the U. S. This move is driven by the surging demand for their popular weight loss and diabetes injections, as well as their plans to develop new drugs for various conditions. This invest

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Feb 27 2025SCIENCE

A Close Call with a Cosmic Rock

A huge rock from space, named 2024 YR4, was first spotted in 2024. Scientists had a close look at it for two months. They found out that it won't hit Earth in 2032. The chances of it hitting Earth were very low, just 0. 0017%. This means it will fly by our planet without causing any harm. The Europe

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Feb 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Remembering Michelle Trachtenberg: From Child Star to Iconic Roles

Michelle Trachtenberg, a beloved actress known for her roles in popular TV shows and movies, has passed away at the age of 39. Her journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age, and she quickly became a fan favorite. Trachtenberg's big break came with her role in the 1996 film "Harriet

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Feb 27 2025RELIGION

Pope Francis' Health: Rome's Rollercoaster Ride

The Gemelli Hospital in Rome has become a hub of activity and emotion. People from all walks of life have gathered outside, hoping to catch a glimpse of Pope Francis or simply to show their support. A makeshift shrine adorns the statue of John Paul II, complete with candles, flowers, and balloons. T

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Feb 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Hidden Gems of Reality TV: It's Not Just About the Money

Reality TV has been a big deal for a long time. Back in the early 2000s, winning a million bucks on a show like "Survivor" was a life-changing event. But today, a million dollars doesn't go as far as it used to. Inflation has made that prize worth less, about $534, 850 in today's money. People stil

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Feb 27 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to See Light: The Power of Metasurfaces

Picture this: a tiny, cleverly designed surface that can absorb almost all the light that hits it. This isn't science fiction; it's a real thing called a metasurface. Imagine a surface that has a unique half-ring, half-square split design. This design allows it to absorb light incredibly well, reach

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