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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Smart Tech for Doctors: How Imaging Decision Tools Can Help or Hinder

Doctors often need help deciding when to order scans like X-rays or MRIs. A tool called a clinical decision support system (CDSS) is designed to assist with these choices. The MIDAS trial tested one such tool, ESR iGuide, in four big German hospitals. But using new tech in hospitals isn't easy. The

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

EMDR: A Game-Changer for PTSD Treatment?

PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a serious condition that can happen after someone goes through a very scary or dangerous event. It can make people feel anxious, scared, and stuck in the past. But there's a treatment called EMDR that's been getting a lot of attention lately. EMDR, or Eye

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Exploring New Avenues in Epilepsy Treatment: The PHGDH Connection

Epilepsy is a challenging condition, especially for those who don't respond to standard medications. This is known as drug-resistant epilepsy, and it's a significant issue that needs new solutions. Scientists have been investigating a protein called PHGDH. This protein is found in brain cells and p

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

How AI is Helping Doctors Spot MS Earlier

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a tricky disease. It messes with the brain and nerves. It can cause big problems if not caught early. Doctors use MRI scans to find MS. But telling MS apart from other brain issues is hard. AI is stepping in to help. A new tool uses deep learning to look at MRI scans. It

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Jul 05 2025WEATHER

Coastal Carolinas Brace for Tropical Storm Chantal's Arrival

A tropical storm named Chantal has formed near the South Carolina coast, causing concern for residents and beachgoers. This storm, with winds reaching 40 mph, is moving slowly northward and is expected to strengthen before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring its progress clo

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

Tax Changes Favor Some Wealthy Schools Over Others

The recent tax bill signed into law has some surprising twists for private colleges. While big names like Princeton, MIT, and Harvard will see higher taxes on their endowment earnings, smaller schools with significant wealth are getting a break. This shift comes from a change in the rules that now e

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

A Star's Call for Unity and Sacrifice

During the 59th Karlovy Vary Film Festival, actor Peter Sarsgaard grabbed attention with a heartfelt speech about unity and division. He pointed out that the U. S. is splitting into smaller groups based on politics, race, and other factors. He warned that this kind of division is a common tactic use

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Jul 05 2025CRIME

Melbourne's Synagogue Attack: A Call for Justice

In Melbourne, a synagogue came under attack when a man allegedly set fire to its front door. This happened on a Friday night while around 20 people were inside having dinner. Luckily, everyone got out safely, but the incident has raised serious concerns. Police are now investigating whether this at

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

North Carolina Senate Race Gets a Shake-Up

Senator Thom Tillis' decision not to run again has changed the game in North Carolina's Senate race. This move has big effects on who might win control of the Senate in the next elections. Democrats need to win four more seats to take charge, and North Carolina is a key place for them to start. In

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Talks: A Game of High Stakes

President Donald Trump has put pen to paper, signing letters to a dozen nations about tariffs on their exports to the U. S. These letters, set to be dispatched on Monday, outline the financial hit these countries might face. Trump kept the identities of these nations under wraps, promising to reveal

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