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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

Hockey Hits Home: Carolina Hurricanes Games on Local TV!

Are you ready for some high-speed hockey action right in your living room? Palmetto Sports & Entertainment is teaming up with the National Hockey League to bring you the Carolina Hurricanes games live! This Thanksgiving week, get ready to cheer on the Hurricanes from your couch. The first game kicks

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Malaria in Malaysia: Who's at Risk?

In the lush landscapes of Peninsular Malaysia, a sneaky parasite called Plasmodium knowlesi is causing trouble. Scientists wanted to figure out who's most likely to get infected and why. They did a case-control study, comparing people who got malaria with those who didn't. Guess what? More men than

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Nov 25 2024WEATHER

Snow May Spice Up Your Thanksgiving Dinner in Chicago

Chicago, get ready for a cool Thanksgiving! The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures in the mid-30s on the holiday. A weather system sweeping through on Wednesday could bring rain or snow, lasting into Thursday. The heaviest snowfall is likely Wednesday afternoon and night. Travelers migh

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Nov 25 2024BUSINESS

Will Google's Ad Tech Be Called a Monopoly?

A big decision is coming up for Google. A judge in Virginia, U. S. , will soon decide if Google's advertising technology is a monopoly. This isn't just any judge, but Judge Leonie Brinkema, who’s expected to give a written ruling by the end of the year. If she finds Google has done something illegal

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Nov 25 2024SCIENCE

Calmodulin's Surprising Role in Controlling TRPV5 Traffic

Ever heard of calmodulin (CaM)? It's a tiny protein that plays a big role in our bodies. One of its jobs is to help control a specific channel called TRPV5, which is crucial for keeping our calcium levels balanced. You see, TRPV5 is like a tiny gate that lets calcium into our kidney cells. But CaM h

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Ukrainians' Trust in NATO and EU Membership Wanes

As the war with Russia drags on, Ukrainians are becoming less hopeful about joining NATO and the EU, according to a recent poll. The survey, conducted by Gallup, found that fewer Ukrainians believe their country will join these Western alliances anytime soon. The number of people thinking Ukraine wi

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

Why Time Matters in Solar Wind Forecasting

The sun constantly releases a stream of plasma and magnetic field, known as the solar wind, that fills the solar system. This wind can cause space weather that affects our technology. Scientists use models to predict solar wind conditions a few days ahead. These models rely on observations of the su

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Nov 24 2024WEATHER

'Unpredictable Weather Ahead: Thanksgiving Travelers Beware! '

Listen up, travelers! This year's Thanksgiving might not be all about turkey and family gatherings. Forecasters are warning about some "yucky" weather that could interfere with your plans, especially if you're in the eastern part of the United States. Buckle up, because we might see some of the cold

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

The Mystery of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis: When the Body Turns Against the Brain

Ever thought about your own body attacking you? It might sound like a horror story, but it's a real medical condition called autoimmune encephalitis. One such type is anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, where the immune system goes rogue and produces antibodies that disrupt the brain's normal function.

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Trump's Sentence Hit Pause Button

In an unexpected turn, a New York judge has pushed back Donald Trump's sentencing. Why the sudden change? Trump was found guilty of 34 crimes linked to a "hush money" case before the 2016 election. His team isn't pleased and wants the case thrown out. They argue that if the judge agrees, a new trial

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