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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

The Fix: Screws vs. Pins for Broken Knuckles

Metacarpal neck fractures are common injuries, especially among young, active individuals. These breaks often occur during sports, fights, or accidents. When these fractures need surgery, doctors have two main options: retrograde intramedullary screw (IMS) fixation and closed reduction percutaneous

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Feb 20 2025SCIENCE

Invasive Hornets Meet Their Match: A Parasitic Showdown

In South Korea, a new player has entered the scene of the invasive hornet, Vespa velutina. This hornet, first spotted in 2003, has been causing trouble for beekeepers, ecosystems, and even human health. Until 2020, no one had found any parasites or parasitoids on these hornets. Then, in Andong City,

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Feb 20 2025LIFESTYLE

Love's Digital Dance: Valentine's Day on Dating Apps

Love is in the air, and it's on the apps. As Valentine's Day approaches, dating apps see a surge in activity. People are swiping, messaging, and matching more than ever. Hinge, known for its "designed to be deleted" slogan, saw a 28% increase in likes and a 17% rise in matches and dates in the two w

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Feb 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Meet The Thing: Marvel Rivals' Newest Bruiser

The Thing, a beloved character from Marvel Comics, is making his debut in Marvel Rivals. This powerful hero will join the game on February 21, 2024. He is a tank, which means he is designed to take a lot of damage and dish out plenty of his own. His main attack is a series of punches, and he has

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Trump's About-Face: A Sudden Shift in Russia Policy

The political world was taken by surprise when President Trump suddenly changed his tune on Russia. Just a few weeks ago, he was tough on Russia, saying that they would face new sanctions if they didn't start peace talks. He even posted on social media, saying, "We can do it the easy way, or the h

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Family Life Under the Spotlight: How PWS Affects Parents and Siblings

Living with a family member who has Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) can be challenging. PWS is a rare genetic disorder that affects appetite, metabolism, and behavior. People with PWS need constant care and supervision. This can be a heavy burden for parents and siblings. They often face high levels of

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

When Bones Break: The Truth About Fixing Collarbones

Young athletes often face the challenge of a broken collarbone. Doctors frequently use special tests, known as randomized controlled trials, to determine the best treatments. These trials are highly regarded for their reliability. However, they often depend on a measurement called a P-value to judge

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Middle Schoolers: Moving Less, Sitting More

Middle school is a tough time. Kids are growing, learning, and changing. But there's a big problem. They're not moving enough. Experts say that physical activity is super important for these students. But guess what? The amount of physical activity among middle schoolers has been dropping. This is a

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Feb 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Street Fighter: A New Director for the Live Action Film

The Street Fighter live-action movie has a new director. Kitao Sakurai will be taking the helm. He is known for his work on The Eric Andre Show and has directed two feature films, Aardvark and Bad Trip. He is also an executive producer on the upcoming season of Netflix’s Beef. This is a big deal

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

The Future of Cell Production: Aceman System's Game-Changing Approach

The world of regenerative medicine is buzzing with excitement over a new player in the game. This player is the Aceman System, a cutting-edge solution that's shaking up the way we produce mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). MSCs are like the superheroes of regenerative medicine, but making them in large

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