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Dec 02 2024CRYPTO

Bitcoin's New Fans Face Unique Challenges

Imagine this—Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US now hold over a million tokens, roughly 5% of the total supply. That's almost the same amount the mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, owns! But here's a twist: a Senate ally of former President Trump wants to sell some Federal Reserve gol

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Dec 02 2024POLITICS

Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Gaza: Airstrikes and Stolen Aid

A series of Israeli airstrikes in the northern Gaza region on Saturday left at least 200 people dead, according to local health officials. This tragedy occurred as the United Nations announced a pause in aid deliveries through the main crossing point between Israel and Gaza, due to the theft of seve

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Dec 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Dangers in Zebrafish: Examining HFPO-TeA's Effects

When it comes to making fluorinated materials, hexafluoropropylene oxide oligomer acids (HFPOs) are becoming the go-to option. These substances are popping up more often in aquatic environments, including in zebrafish habitats. But what do we know about their safety? Not much, it turns out. This stu

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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

Mysterious Lights in the Sky: A New Perspective

For over half a century, people all around the globe have spotted strange lights and other peculiar things in the sky that scientists can't explain. These are known as Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). One hotspot for these sightings is Hessdalen, Norway, where scientists have been observing thes

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Dec 01 2024POLITICS

News of Hope and Defiance: Lebanese Return Home After Uneasy Truce

In the aftermath of a two-month war, the southern suburbs of Beirut hummed with activity as displaced residents like Hussein Mallah returned to repair their homes and businesses. The ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel was fragile, with both sides accusing each other of violations. Yet, despite t

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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Michael Jordan's Scoring Milestone and Other Sports History Moments

In 1996, basketball legend Michael Jordan joined an elite group in the NBA by scoring his 25, 000th point. He achieved this feat in just 782 games, second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 691 games. The Bulls celebrated with a win against the San Antonio Spurs, 97-88. Jordan's contribution was significant

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Nov 30 2024SCIENCE

Nature's Answer to High Cholesterol: The Anti-b Solution

Have you ever thought about how your body processes fats? Imagine if there was a natural way to help it manage cholesterol better. Enter Anti-b, a compound that scientists are buzzing about. They tested it on animals with high cholesterol and fatty livers, and guess what? These critters got healthie

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Nov 30 2024POLITICS

Tragedy Strikes Gaza: Aid Workers Caught in Conflict

On Saturday, an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including three workers from World Central Kitchen (WCK), a charity providing vital meals to those affected by the war. This is not the first time WCK has been caught in the crossfire. Earlier this year, another strike killed seven of the

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Nov 30 2024POLITICS

Why Israelis Aren't Rushing Back Home

In the quiet Israeli border town of Kibbutz Malkiya, Dean Sweetland, a gardener and security volunteer, looks out at the deserted streets. A year after fleeing due to Hezbollah rockets, the town remains empty despite a ceasefire. "The ceasefire is useless, " he says, shaking his head. "How can I ask

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

The CAPE: Patients' View on Emergency Tent Safety

Ever been in an emergency with an infectious disease worry? The Collapsible Aerosolized Particle Enclosure, or CAPE, is a tent designed to protect both patients and healthcare workers from airborne germs. This study chatted with emergency department patients to see what they thought of the CAPE. The

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