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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

A Student's Freedom at Stake

A recent graduate from Columbia University, Mahmoud Khalil, found himself in a tough spot. He was taken into custody by ICE. This happened just as he was returning home with his wife after breaking their fast during Ramadan. Khalil, a Palestinian born in Syria, had been a vocal figure in campus prot

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

Standing Up for Mahmoud: A Protest at Trump Tower

In the heart of New York City, a powerful demonstration unfolded at Trump Tower. Hundreds of protesters gathered to demand the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist who was detained by federal immigration agents. The protest, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, aimed to raise awareness

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Mar 13 2025SCIENCE

Exploring the Infrared Powers of Bi2Te3: Thickness Matters!

Bi2Te3 is a material that has caught the attention of scientists. The reason? It's great for detecting infrared light, which is useful for things like night vision and thermal imaging. This material has a super small bandgap, which makes it perfect for this job. It also has a special structure calle

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Mar 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Retired Firefighter's Gold Rush

The day was like any other for Mark Sell, a retired firefighter from Norfolk, England. He was out in a field with a friend, metal detector in hand, hoping to find something interesting. Little did he know, his day would take an extraordinary turn. The metal detector beeped faintly, signalin

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Mar 13 2025POLITICS

A Fight for Freedom: Student Activist's Detention Sparks Controversy

A Syrian national with Palestinian roots, Mahmoud Khalil, is at the center of a legal battle. Khalil, a lawful permanent resident, was arrested and sent to a detention facility in Louisiana. This move has sparked a debate about free speech and the rights of activists. Khalil was initially a

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Mar 13 2025HEALTH

Keeping It Real: How to Spot Fake Data in Online Health Surveys

Online surveys are great for reaching lots of people, especially when it comes to health research. But there's a big problem: fake data. This is a huge issue when you're trying to get honest answers from Black cisgender women. These surveys often offer rewards, which can tempt some people to cheat.

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Mar 13 2025SCIENCE

Life's Little Movers: Spotting Microbes in Extreme Places

In the vast, often inhospitable world of extreme environments, scientists have found a way to spot tiny, living things. They used special cameras to watch how these microbes move and look. These places are not your average swimming pool. They include super-salty water, freezing cold ice, an

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Mar 13 2025SCIENCE

Graphene Sensors: A Game Changer in Rapid Virus Detection

Scientists have come up with a clever way to detect viruses quickly and accurately. They used a special technique to create super-thin layers of graphene. This material is like a superhighway for electrons, making it perfect for sensing tiny particles. The process involves spraying graphene oxide on

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Mar 13 2025SPORTS

Marvin Vettori: The Italian Fighter's Journey

Marvin Vettori, the UFC middleweight contender, has had his share of ups and downs. His last five fights show a 2-3 record, which has knocked him out of the top 5. This weekend, he is set to face Roman Dolidze in a rematch at UFC Vegas 104. Despite his recent struggles, Vettori is known for his seri

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Mar 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Weather's Role in Almond Disease

Almond orchards face a significant threat from a fungus called Diaporthe amygdali. This fungus causes two nasty diseases: twig canker and shoot blight. Researchers wanted to understand how weather affects this fungus in Mediterranean climates. They created a special test using quantitative PCR (qPCR

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