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Apr 19 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Symmetry of Your Wrist Bones

The scaphoid bone in the wrist has a tricky shape. This can make injuries tough to heal, sometimes leading to big problems like non-union or avascular necrosis. These issues can require complex surgeries. Doctors often use scans of the opposite wrist to plan surgeries and create custom implants. Thi

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Apr 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Cannabis Detection: A Deep Learning Breakthrough

Cannabis detection is a vital task for law enforcement and forensic labs. These groups are tasked with identifying cannabis and its look-alikes. They have to deal with a lot of plant material every year. Accurate identification is crucial for legal cases and fighting drug crimes. The problem is that

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Apr 18 2025BUSINESS

Netflix's Big Shift: Focusing on Money Over Subscribers

Netflix has decided to stop sharing how many subscribers it has every three months. This change might seem odd, but the company is still doing great. In the first three months of 2025, Netflix made $10. 54 billion, which is 12. 5% more than the same time last year. Each share of the company's stock

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Haiti's Unpaid Bill: The Price of Freedom

Haiti is demanding that France pay up for a massive debt that has been dragging the country down for centuries. This isn't just about money. It's about acknowledging the harm caused by slavery and colonization. The debt started back in 1825, when Haiti agreed to pay France 150 million francs. This w

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Apr 17 2025EDUCATION

75 Years of Making Work Easier

The Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors is marking a significant milestone this year. It's been 75 years since the organization was founded. The group is known for its work in making tasks more comfortable and efficient for people. They focus on how people interact with their surroun

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Apr 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: How It's Affecting Young Americans' Minds

Climate change is no longer just a distant threat. It's a real and present issue that's taking a toll on the mental health of young Americans. This is especially true for those who have experienced climate-related events firsthand. These experiences can lead to a mix of emotions, from concern and fr

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Newtown's Budget: Where the Money's Going

Newtown's Board of Finance had a busy night. They met to talk about money. They approved some changes to the budget. They also accepted some grants for the police department. The meeting happened on April 14 at the Newtown Municipal Center. The board's chair, Steve Goodridge, led the meeting. Not al

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Apr 16 2025HEALTH

Cats with Thick Hearts: A New Way to Check Their Pumping Power

Feline hearts can get thick. This is a condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It is a common issue in cats. It affects how their hearts work. A recent study looked at a new way to check how well a cat's heart is pumping. This method is called tissue motion annular displacement or TMAD. It i

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

Waterbury's Century-Old Hardware Store Seeks New Owner

A well-known hardware store in Waterbury is on the market. The store has been a mainstay for a century. It is now looking for a new owner. The store, located on Chase Avenue, is up for sale for just under $2. 8 million. This includes the hardware store, a garden center, and a repair shop

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Apr 15 2025BUSINESS

The Evolution of Pharmacy Tech Standards in 30 Years

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is marking three decades of setting standards in the pharmacy world. It is a moment to reflect on how far the field has come and where it might be headed. The board was established in 1995. It was a time when the role of pharmacy technicians was not a

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