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Jan 22 2025LIFESTYLE

Discovering Magic Empanadas: A Story of Taste and Tradition

Imagine walking into your local library and finding a mouthwatering surprise. That's exactly what's happening at the Boston Public Library with the arrival of Magic Empanadas, the brainchild of Edward Jerez, a 37-year-old longtime restaurant server from Dedham. Edward is on a mission to introduce th

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Jan 17 2025SCIENCE

The Battle Against Cell Culture Contaminants: Kicking Out Mycoplasma

You might be familiar with the tiny, tricky organisms called mycoplasmas. These guys can sneak into cell cultures and cause big problems. Researchers often face up to 35% contamination in their cell lines. Cleaning up these cultures with antibiotics is usually a breeze, except when it comes to bacte

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Unlocking the Power of Slow-Release Fertilizers in Modern Farming

Farming is a big deal in any country's economy. To grow plants well and get more crops, farmers need to water their fields and give the soil the right nutrients. With more people in the world, we need more food. So, farmers use synthetic fertilizers to help plants grow faster. But these fertilizers

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Watching Bats Over California's Rice Fields: A Closer Look at Pest Control

Imagine a world where bats, those winged creatures of the night, are busy munching on our agricultural pests. A recent study used weather radars to keep an eye on these helpful critters in California's Northern Central Valley during the peak season of 2019. This area is known for its valuable crops

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Boosting Lebanon's Healthcare: How Culture Builds Loyalty

Did you know that the way a healthcare organization treats its employees can make a big difference in how well it functions? In Lebanon, where the economy and politics are always changing, keeping good staff is a huge challenge. This study looked at how the culture of healthcare organizations affect

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Whoopi Goldberg and Carrie Underwood: A Performance and a Perspective

In a recent episode of "The View, " Whoopi Goldberg defended Carrie Underwood's decision to perform at Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration. Goldberg, aged 69, stated that everyone has the right to choose where they perform. She respects Underwood's choice, even though she won't be watching the even

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

Iowa Senator Proposes Buying Part of Minnesota

Imagine this: an Iowa state senator has a unique idea to grow his state. Instead of building new towns or attracting more residents, he thinks Iowa should buy a chunk of Minnesota. Senator Michael Bousselot suggested this in a post on X, starting with "Make Minnesota Iowa Again! " He believes that l

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Jan 15 2025HISTORY

What Happened After the Civil War: Nurses and Veterans

Did you know that female nurses played a significant role during the American Civil War? But what about after the war ended? This period, known as the postwar period, is often overlooked. It was a time of emotional turmoil and mental adjustment for many people. Let's dive into this lesser-known sto

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Herbicides on Babies: A Closer Look

The rise of genetically modified (GM) crops that withstand herbicides led to a massive increase in glyphosate use across the United States. Over two decades, the amount of glyphosate used surged by over 750%. Though it's a hot topic, the effects of glyphosate on human health are still debated. Scien

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Alcohol and Cancer: What Australians Need to Know

Drinking alcohol is deeply ingrained in Australian culture. About 77% of Australians consume it, often more than recommended limits. But did you know that alcohol can increase your risk of getting cancer? Oncologists have known this for years, but it's not something most people talk about. A big st

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