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Nov 16 2024BUSINESS

McDonald's Invests Big After Onion Scare

McDonald’s is pouring $100 million into its business to win back customers after a recent E. coli outbreak. The outbreak was linked to onions used in their Quarter Pounder burgers. The hardest-hit franchises will receive $65 million of this investment. The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Preve

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Nov 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Arcane's Season 2 Finale Sets the Stage for Future Adventures in the League Universe

Arcane is wrapping up with its second season, but the showrunners' interest in continuing stories within the League of Legends world hasn’t faded. In fact, a quiet scene from midway through Act 2 hints at exciting possibilities. Arcane’s second season welcomed fans with a glimpse into Singed’s expe

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Nov 16 2024ENVIRONMENT

Groundwater vs. Surface Water: How Soil Changes Over Time

When we're short on freshwater in dry areas, farmers often turn to salty groundwater. But, what does this do to our soil and the tiny critters living in it over the long term? Researchers took a close look at a goji berry field split in two—one watered with salty groundwater and the other with surfa

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

Unique Differences in Ethiopian Cow Breeds: A Genome Study

Did you know that cows have tiny changes in their genes that help them adapt to different places? These changes are called copy number variations (CNVs), and they're like blueprints for survival in specific environments. Ethiopia is home to some amazing cow breeds, like Abigar, Fellata, and Gojjam-

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

Uncovering DNA Changes in Dog Blood: A Look Across Different Breeds

DNA methylation, a crucial process where specific genes are turned on or off, mostly happens at cytosine bases paired with guanine (CG). This process can tell us a lot about the health and environment of different body tissues in mammals. In particular, the genetic variety among dog breeds makes the

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

The Dark Side of Light: How Phototoxicity Affects Intestinal Organoids

Live imaging is a powerful tool in life science, helping us see how cells and tissues work. But it comes with a hidden hazard—phototoxicity. This happens when light used for imaging damages cells. Researchers, using small intestinal epithelial cells grown in 3D, called enteroids, found that even low

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Nov 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Opinion Rewards Changes: What You Need to Know

Google Opinion Rewards is undergoing a significant change. Users are now prompted to agree to share their location data to continue receiving local surveys. This shift is due to Google's decision to store location data locally on devices instead of servers. Previously, the app relied on your device'

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Meet Alex Sarr: The French-Senegalese NBA Rookie

The Washington Wizards have big hopes for their new rookie, Alex Sarr. Picked second in this year's NBA Draft, Sarr is seen as a future cornerstone for the team. But his journey hasn't been without bumps. In the Summer League, he struggled, going 0 for 15 against the Trail Blazers. Fans quickly dubb

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Tiger Woods' Health Concerns Rise as He Cheers for Son Charlie

Charlie Woods, just 15 years old, has been making waves in high school golf championships. He recently helped his team, Benjamin High School, climb to the second spot in the Class 1A Florida High School State Championship. Charlie's performance was impressive, with five birdies, including a crucial

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

App Use and Risky Sex: What College Students Need to Know

Ever thought about how dating apps might affect your love life and health? A recent study found that college students using dating apps are more likely to have multiple partners and have sex under the influence of alcohol. This can put their health at risk, as they're also more likely to test positi

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