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Dec 20 2024SCIENCE

Fluidic Magic: Twisting Vortices Create Unique Energy Patterns

Imagine trying to create a crystal out of water. Sounds impossible, right? Well, scientists have just done something pretty close. They've made something called a "fluidic moiré superlattice" using swirling vortices in fluids. This is like a special kind of crystal made from water! Here's how they

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Dec 20 2024POLITICS

New Jersey Drones: Flight Restrictions on Key Spots

Drones are being grounded over certain areas in New Jersey. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has rolled out new rules that limit drone flights over important places like power stations and infrastructure. These rules only apply to drones and not to regular planes or helicopters. The move co

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Ex-Twitch Chief Creates Mystery AI Startup, Teaming Up with Goldstein

Imagine this: the former CEO of Twitch, Emmett Shear, is quietly diving into the world of AI. His new startup, Stem AI, is still under wraps, but public records show it's been around since June 2023 and has a trademark application from August. Shear's name pops up as the CEO in the documents filed i

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

U. S. Life Expectancy Bounces Back Post-Pandemic

Great news! The life expectancy in the U. S. has hit a new high since the pandemic started. In 2023, it climbed to 78. 4 years, which is almost a full year higher than the previous year. What's behind this positive change? A big drop in Covid-19 deaths played a major role. In just one year, Covid we

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Giving Politics a Break: Why It's Okay to Step Back

After the 2023 election, a notable conversation emerged. Jamal Bryant, the senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, had a unique message for the Black women in his congregation. His fiancée, now wife, Rev. Karri Turner, encouraged them to take a break from politic

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Europe's Updated S2k Guidelines: A Fresh Take on Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatments

Ever wondered how guidelines for treating skin conditions get updated? Well, Europe's latest S2k guidelines for hidradenitis suppurativa, also known as acne inversa, are out, and they're packed with new insights. This isn't just a revamp of the old 2015 S1 guidelines; it's a whole new ball game. Hi

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Does L-citrulline Really Boost Your Run in Heat? Let's Find Out!

You might have heard that L-citrulline is great for exercise. It's said to help with blood flow, endurance, and even cycling performance. But does it work for running in hot weather when you're dehydrated? That's what scientists wanted to know. They gave some people L-citrulline for a week and then

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Dec 19 2024SCIENCE

Understanding LRRK2: How One Protein's Actions Control Its Own Activity

Let's talk about a protein called LRRK2, which is linked to Parkinson's disease. This protein is like a multitool with seven different parts, including a kinase and a Roc G domain. Even though we know a lot about how it looks, we're still figuring out how it works. Scientists found out that the Roc

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Dec 19 2024SCIENCE

Creating Eco-Friendly Bone Tissues with Bacteria, Graphene, and Minerals

Bone tissue engineering faces challenges that require advanced materials. One strategy is to create composite scaffolds. These scaffolds need to support bone repair and have enough strength. Researchers tried making a scaffold from bacteria, mineral, and graphene. Each part is sourced from waste, li

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Dec 19 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Hydrogen Storage with Metal Mixes

Did you know that certain metals can be mixed to supercharge hydrogen storage? Let's dive into how swapping one metal for another can create a stronger, more efficient hydrogen storage system. Imagine a world where your car runs on hydrogen, a clean and renewable fuel. To make this happen,

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