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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

HBCU Showcase: NCCU vs. NC A&T - Game Day Guide

This Saturday, get ready for a big basketball matchup as North Carolina Central (NCCU) takes on North Carolina A&T in the CBS Sports Classic: HBCU Showcase. The series between these two teams is a close one, with NCCU leading 84-76. NCCU is coming off a tough loss to Longwood, but they had been on

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Dec 27 2024POLITICS

North Carolina's Political Surprise: A Democrat Governor Emerges

Picture this: in a state that typically votes Republican, a Democrat wins the governor's race by a significant margin. This is the story of North Carolina's recent election. Josh Stein, a former prosecutor, clinched the victory with an impressive 15-point lead over his opponent. But how did a Democr

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Dec 26 2024HEALTH

Two Decades of Laparoscopic Surgery Videos: YouTube vs. WebSurg

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a common surgery globally, has seen a surge in educational videos online. Platforms like YouTube and WebSurg offer these videos, but their quality can be hit or miss. This study looked at how the quality of these videos has changed over the past 20 years and compared th

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Dec 25 2024HEALTH

Testing Larotrectinib: A New Hope for NTRK-Linked Cancers

Scientists are exploring a drug called larotrectinib to fight tumors with a specific gene issue. This drug has shown promise against certain cancers linked to a gene called NTRK. But how well does it work against cancers where NTRK is overactive, not just fused? A new clinical trial is trying to fin

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Is Rivaroxaban and Aspirin Together Worth the Cost for Heart and Leg Disease Patients?

Ever wondered if adding a drug called rivaroxaban to your daily aspirin routine could be cost-effective for heart or leg artery disease? Let's dive into a study that explored just that. The goal was to see if taking both rivaroxaban and aspirin (RIV+ASA) was more bang for your buck compared to just

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Do Obstetric Health Workers Like Tools for Shared Decision Making in Early Labor?

When it comes to maternity care, there's a lot happening behind the scenes. One tool that's been making waves is designed to help first-time moms (primiparous women) make decisions during early labor. But what do the professionals think about it? We decided to ask obstetric health care workers their

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

New Pain Solution for Surgeries: A Phase 3 Trial

Imagine having an operation and waking up with less pain and needing fewer strong painkillers. That's what VVZ-149, a new type of pain-blocking drug, aims to do. This small molecule targets two key components in our pain system – the glycine transporter type 2 and the serotonin receptor 5-HT2A. Re

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

High-Speed Chases: Are New Tech Solutions the Answer?

High-speed chases are dangerous, and the consequences can be devastating. A recent Department of Justice report highlights the risks, noting that these chases often end in crashes. In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a tragic incident on New Year's Eve 2022 claimed the lives of Caroline Gill and Maggie Dunn.

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

How a Single Gene Changes Carrot Color and Carotenoid Production

Did you know that carrots get their vibrant colors from a group of pigments called carotenoids? These pigments aren't just for show; they also have health benefits. Scientists have been studying how carrots make these pigments, but they didn't know much about a specific gene called DcCYP97C1 in carr

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

North Carolina Basketball: On the Rebound

North Carolina's basketball team is facing some bumps in the road this season. They've clocked in four losses in their first ten games, which isn't what they hoped for. Losing top players like Armando Bacot and Harrison Ingram has made things tough. But it's not like they've been losing to any old t

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