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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

Rising Heat and Dengue Risk in Nepal's Mid Hills

The risk of dengue fever has been growing in Nepal's mid hills. This is due to rising temperatures, which create ideal conditions for mosquitoes to thrive. To understand this better, researchers looked at satellite data and temperature trends from 2001 to 2020. They focused on two types of mosquitoe

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Apr 25 2025SCIENCE

How Genes and Upbringing Shape Kids' Behavior

The role of genes and environment in shaping a child's behavior has long been a topic of interest. A recent investigation dug into this by comparing two groups of children: identical twins adopted together from China and same-age, unrelated siblings raised together, often called virtual twins. The

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Apr 24 2025POLITICS

The Millionaire Tax Debate: Who's Paying the Price?

The idea of raising taxes on millionaires is facing strong opposition from top Republicans. President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson have both spoken out against it. They argue that such a move could drive wealthy individuals out of the country. Trump pointed out that with modern transp

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Apr 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Next Big Thing in Flip Phones: Motorola's Upcoming Razr Lineup

Motorola is gearing up to launch three new Razr flip phones. The company dropped a hint with a video showing three models, all glowing in a blue light. The video also had the tagline "make it iconic, " and a date: April 24, 2025. The new models are expected to be announced soon, and fans are eage

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

The Rise of Genetic Studies in Lung Cancer Research

Mendelian randomization (MR) has become a hot topic in lung cancer (LC) research. This method uses genetic variations to figure out if certain factors cause disease. Yet, there hasn"t been a thorough look at how this field has grown worldwide. This is where a recent study steps in. It dives into

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Apr 24 2025SCIENCE

Drugs and Telomeres: A New Look at Autism Treatment

Telomeres are tiny parts of our chromosomes that get shorter as we age. They play a big role in how our cells age and work. Scientists have found that people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have shorter telomeres. This has led researchers to wonder if the drugs used to treat ASD might affe

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Apr 24 2025EDUCATION

How Friends' Mental Health Can Affect School Dropout Rates

When teens have friends with diagnosed mental health issues, it can affect their own chances of finishing school. This impact is not just about personal struggles but also about the influence of peers. The focus of the study was on how having classmates with mental health diagnoses in ninth grade

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Burden: How CMV Affects IBD Patients in Hospitals

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a sneaky virus that can cause real trouble for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) when they are in the hospital. It can lead to serious problems and extra, unplanned trips to the healthcare system. A recent study took a close look at how CMV affects IBD patients

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Apr 24 2025SPORTS

Jimmy Butler's Injury Complicates Warriors' Playoff Run

The Golden State Warriors are facing a significant challenge after Jimmy Butler got injured in a recent game against the Houston Rockets. The team suffered a 109-94 loss in Game 2, but the bigger concern is Butler's health. He took a tough fall in the first quarter and had to leave the game with a p

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Apr 24 2025SPORTS

Patriots' Draft Plans: Who's Catching Their Eye?

The New England Patriots have been busy behind the scenes, meeting with a bunch of college football stars. These meetings are a big deal because they give a hint about who the team might pick in the upcoming NFL draft. The Patriots have had more than one chat with 22 players, showing they're really

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