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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Training the brain: How neurofeedback impacts shooting performance

Ever wondered how you can improve your aim? Scientists decided to find out by training some young air pistol shooters using something called neurofeedback. This method teaches the brain to control specific waves, known as alpha waves, in the temporal region of the cerebral cortex. They wanted to see

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

US Government Unveils Moon Navigation and Research Plans

The Biden administration recently shared some final space policy papers focusing on activities and technology advancements in the area between Earth and the moon, known as cislunar space. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) issued a policy memo on December 18, which instru

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

NBA Fans Divided Over Inside the NBA's Critical Approach

Last week, Shaquille O'Neal made a bold statement during the NBA Cup quarterfinals, saying, "They watch us. " Charles Barkley and the crew at ESPN have often explained why fans love Inside the NBA, and fans themselves have made it clear to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver that they won't watch the NBA w

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

Malika Andrews on Balancing Coverage and Criticism

Malika Andrews, a prominent ESPN analyst, has faced intense scrutiny over her reporting on Black NBA players. Critics often accuse her of being biased, highlighting mistakes with Black athletes while overlooking those of white players. Andrews recently opened up about this on "Dinners with DeMar, "

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Heart Health: Breast Cancer Survivors' New Battlefield

Breast cancer survivors often grapple with a higher risk of heart disease due to the heart strain caused by cancer treatments and shared unhealthy habits. Enter the Pathways Study, which seeks to unveil how regular exercise can protect these survivors from heart issues. Isn't that intriguing? We're

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

All-Star Games: A New Format or a Flop?

The NBA is shaking things up for the 2025 All-Star Game in San Francisco. Instead of the traditional East-West matchup, they're introducing a one-night tournament with four teams. Three teams will be made up of eight All-Stars, chosen by NBA legends Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Strength Training to Prevent Falls in People with Alzheimer's

A study recently explored whether resistance exercises could help lower the risk of falls among individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The focus was on how such workouts might improve muscle strength, reduce the fear of falling, and enhance the ability to perform daily tasks. Additionally, the study

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

How Different Types of Exercise Affect Heart Disease in People with MYBPC3 Variants

You might know that certain genetic variants, like the ones in MYBPC3, can cause heart problems. But did you know that not all types of exercise affect people with these variants the same way? Scientists decided to look into this and found something interesting. They grouped exercises into two types

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Gibbs’ Unlikely Mentor: His Cranky Landlord

It’s not every day that a TV show decides to diverge from its usual crime-solving plot to tell a heartwarming story. This week, NCIS: Origins did just that. The episode "Blue Bayou" revealed that Gibbs' tough-as-nails landlord Ruth played a big role in his career path. Gibbs, played by Austin Stowel

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

What Do People Think About COVID-19 Care Rationing?

Imagine you're in a hospital during a big pandemic. There aren't enough beds for everyone who needs them. That's where triage protocols come in. They're rules to help decide who gets the best care. But they're not easy decisions. People worry if they'll be picked based on their age, health, or socia

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