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Feb 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Saros: The Next Big Thing in Roguelike Games

Imagine exploring a world where every death brings you closer to victory. That's the promise of Saros, a new game from the creators of Returnal. But Saros isn't just another roguelike game. It's a spiritual successor, taking the best parts of Returnal and adding a fresh twist. Saros is set

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Power of PNAs: A New Weapon Against COVID-19

The fight against COVID-19 is far from over. New variants of the virus keep popping up, making it tough for existing treatments to keep up. Vaccines are great, but they aren't enough on their own. We need new drugs that can adapt to these ever-changing viruses. One promising approach is to target th

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Feb 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Eco-Friendly Manufacturing: The Good, The Bad, and The Balanced

Eco-design is a big deal in the world of manufacturing. It's all about creating products that are kinder to the environment, and it's catching on fast. Governments are throwing their weight behind it, setting up rules and incentives to make sure manufacturers get on board. These incentives can be en

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Feb 11 2025EDUCATION

Mixing It Up: Teaching Without Boundaries

Combining different fields of study could present exciting changes in norms of higher ed in classrooms around the world. Programs that cross multiple fields aren't new, but there's still a lot we don't know about the best ways to weave these disciplines together. This piece zeroes in on the latest

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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Pixel 9a: Goodbye Camera Bar, Hello New Look

Google has been teasing changes to its camera design for its upcoming Pixel 9a. This mid-range smartphone is getting a lot of attention for ditching the old camera bar. This move was spotted in leaked case designs. The case images, which are likely official, show the camera cutout on the left. And

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Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Dangers of Lake Victoria's Fishermen

Lake Victoria is Africa's largest lake and is a vital source of food and income for many communities. It is home to countless artisanal fishers who brave its waters daily. These fishers face many challenges and risks. Researchers wanted to know more about these risks and how they impact the lives

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Fighting Flu: A New Vaccine Approach

The influenza A virus is a persistent threat to public health, causing yearly outbreaks and occasionally, global pandemics. The usual countermeasures, vaccines and antiviral drugs, have limitations. One issue is that new virus strains can resist antivirals and make vaccines less effective. Tradition

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Feb 07 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fuel Cells: Solving the Big Picture with Tiny Details

Imagine trying to make a super-efficient car that runs on fuel cells. It's a big dream, and to achieve it, scientists have to understand every tiny part of how these fuel cells work. These fuel cells, called Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs), need to be better and last longer. Lots of

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Feb 07 2025SCIENCE

AI's prowess in creating new materials

Imagine blending the strength of steel with the lightness of foam. This is not Science Fiction, but the reality created by AI. It started when AI was tasked to help find the best structure for new materials. The usual way to find these materials is experimenting with different structures fo

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Feb 05 2025SCIENCE

MXene and MOF: A Power Duo for Pollution Control

Imagine chemicals that can break down pollutants in water. That's where MXene and MOF come in. These are super tiny structures, designed specifically to tackle the tough task of activating periodate (PI). PI is a strong oxidizing agent, so it can break down harmful substances in the water. But

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