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Jan 07 2026HEALTH

The Hurdles of Studying Cannabis with Human Subjects

Cannabis research with human subjects faces a big problem. The rules are not clear. This makes it hard for scientists to do their work. Many researchers want to study cannabis. But they hit roadblocks. The rules are not the same everywhere. This makes things confusing. Scientists often start their

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Jan 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

Venezuela's Oil: A Climate and Economic Challenge

Venezuela sits on a massive oil reserve, over 300 billion barrels, making it a tempting target for those eager to tap into its potential. The country's oil, however, is not just any oil. It's heavy, thick, and packed with impurities, making it one of the dirtiest oils in the world. Extracting this o

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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Big Pharma's Urgent Quest for New Drugs

Big Pharma companies are in a rush to buy biotech firms. Why? They face a huge problem. Many of their top-selling drugs will soon lose patent protection. This is called the "patent cliff. " By 2032, they could lose over $170 billion in sales. To avoid this, they need new drugs fast. That's where bi

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Jan 07 2026SCIENCE

How Scientists Built a Miniature Artery in a Lab

Scientists have figured out how to make tiny arteries in the lab that work like the real thing. They did this by copying how arteries stretch and move in the body. This is a big deal because it helps them study arteries and test new medicines. The team used two types of human cells: one from vein l

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Making Life More Affordable: A Realistic Plan

People are feeling the pinch. Everywhere they look, prices are high. Politicians are quick to promise solutions, but can they really deliver? Economists say no, not if they mean slashing prices across the board. That would take a major economic downturn. But people still want relief. So, what can p

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Jan 07 2026FINANCE

MicroStrategy Gets a Break: What's Next for Bitcoin Stocks?

MicroStrategy, a software company turned Bitcoin enthusiast, just got some good news. MSCI, a big name in finance, decided not to kick MicroStrategy out of its important stock index. This decision came after a lot of back and forth. MicroStrategy is known for holding a ton of Bitcoin. In fact, it's

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Jan 07 2026CRYPTO

Pulsesun Crypto Simplifies Mobile App for Better User Experience

Pulsesun Crypto has rolled out a new mobile app that's all about making things easier for users. The goal? To make the app simpler and more responsive. This isn't just about adding new features. It's about making the app easier to use. The app now has a cleaner look and feels more intuitive. Users

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Jan 07 2026FINANCE

Big Banks Bet Big on Bitcoin: What Morgan Stanley's Move Means

Morgan Stanley's recent decision to launch its own Bitcoin ETF has sparked a lot of talk in the financial world. This move is seen as a strong sign that Bitcoin is gaining more acceptance among big institutions. Here's why it matters and what it tells us about the future of crypto. Bitcoin is still

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Bacteria's Genetic Makeover: The Future of Precision Engineering

Bacteria are getting a high-tech makeover. Scientists are finding new ways to tweak their DNA with precision. This isn't just about changing a few genes. It's about completely redesigning these tiny organisms to do new things. For a long time, scientists have relied on a process called homologous r

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Bird Flu Found in Local Chickens

Bird flu has shown up in a small chicken group in Franklin County. This news came out on Tuesday from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The specific type of bird flu, called High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), is very contagious among birds. However, it poses a low risk

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