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Feb 17 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: A Close Encounter with Earth?

Asteroid 2024 YR4 is currently making headlines. This space rock is estimated to be between 131 and 295 feet wide. It was spotted by the Gemini South Telescope in Chile on February 7, 2025. The telescope is located high in the Andes mountains. This telescope is a powerful tool for spotting objects i

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Zinc to the Rescue: A New Way to Make Ethylene

Imagine cutting down on energy use while making a crucial chemical. That's what scientists are trying to do with a process called electrocatalytic acetylene semi-hydrogenation, or EASH for short. The big issue? It uses a lot of energy and has some unwanted side reactions. This is where zinc comes

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

Baby Breathing: Video vs. Traditional Laryngoscopes

Airway management in babies is a tough job. Doctors often need to perform intubation, which is a procedure to open the airway. This is especially tricky in newborns and infants up to 6 months old. The Besdata video laryngoscope is a new tool that might make this process easier. It's designed to help

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Feb 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stellar Saturday: Zodiac Signs Shining Bright on February 15, 2025

On February 15, 2025, five zodiac signs are set to have a fantastic day. The stars align in a way that encourages boldness and creativity. Venus in Aries is the star of the show, pushing everyone to chase their dreams and create new paths. However, Mars Retrograde in Cancer advises taking breaks and

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Feb 15 2025SCIENCE

Space Rock 2024 YR4: What's the Deal?

Imagine a space rock, named 2024 YR4, cruising through the cosmos. Scientists have given it a 2% chance of hitting Earth in 2032. That might sound alarming, but let's break it down. First off, this asteroid is not a "planet-killer. " It's much smaller than the one that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 mi

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Feb 15 2025CRIME

Mixed Signals: What Went Wrong in the Sky?

In the busy skies near Ronald Reagan National Airport, a tragic event unfolded on January 29. An Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet collided, resulting in the loss of 67 lives. The National Transportation Safety Board (N. T. S. B. ) is now digging deep into what went wrong. The

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Long-Term Cancer Journey: How Japan's Patients Cope

Cancer is a tough battle, especially when it's advanced and you're fighting it for years. In Japan, not much is known about how patients handle this long-term struggle. A recent study took a closer look at how patients' experiences change over time, from 3 to 6 years after their diagnosis. First, l

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Feb 13 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking Hidden Bacteria: A New Way to Test for Water Pollution

Imagine trying to find out if water is safe to drink or if soil is contaminated. Scientists have been using special tests for a long time. These tests look for certain enzymes, like β-D-glucuronidase, which are often found in harmful bacteria. The usual methods involve watching these enzymes break d

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Feb 13 2025SCIENCE

Shining Bright in the Dark: A New Kind of Light

Imagine a light that can see through things and is invisible to the human eye. That's what near-infrared (NIR) light can do. It's like a secret agent of the light world, sneaking through materials and doing its job without being noticed. This special light is made possible by something called NIR ph

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Feb 13 2025HEALTH

Smoking and COPD: A Double Trouble

COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a challenging lung condition. It's like dealing with multiple problems at once, such as struggling to breathe, constant coughing, and dealing with mucus buildup. This happens because the airways or tiny air sacs in the lungs are not working properly

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