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May 17 2026HEALTH

Propofol and Fat Levels: A New Look at ICU Nutrition Risks

Critically ill trauma patients often need continuous feeding while under sedation. A common drug used for this purpose is propofol, which contains a fat emulsion that can raise blood triglyceride levels. The study examined how often these patients developed high triglycerides and what factors might

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Phone Cameras: Why the Bump Keeps Growing

The shape of a phone’s back has changed a lot over the last twenty years. Early mobile devices had camera modules that sat flush with the rest of the body, giving a smooth look. By 2016 even flagship phones started to show a raised camera area. Today, the newest iPhone and Samsung models have the bi

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Health Insurance in Nepal: A Quick Look at Its Challenges

The national health insurance program started in 2016 with the aim of giving everyone access to medical care. The idea is to cover all citizens, but it still struggles to reach many people. Nepal has made some gains in letting people see doctors and get treatments, yet the numbers of those who sign

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Can humans regrow lost limbs? Scientists are getting closer

Every year, over a million people lose arms or legs due to accidents or diseases like diabetes. Unlike some animals, humans can’t just grow new limbs. But research on creatures like salamanders, fish, and mice is uncovering clues that might change that. Axolotls, small pink salamanders, can regrow

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May 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Books that capture the same grit as The Wire

Crime fiction doesn’t get much sharper than the work of the writers behind The Wire. These authors turned their firsthand experience into gripping stories long before they shaped the show’s legendary writer’s room. Dennis Lehane’s Mystic River, for instance, drops readers into a childhood friendship

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May 17 2026POLITICS

U. S. and Nigerian forces take out ISIS leader hiding in Africa

A high-stakes operation in Africa last week removed one of the world\'s most wanted terrorists from the battlefield. Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, who sat just below ISIS\'s top leader, was killed in a joint strike carried out by American troops and Nigerian soldiers. The mission, described as carefully plan

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May 17 2026WEATHER

Why this week’s weather feels like a mood swing

This week’s weather pattern reads like a seasonal mood ring—changing fast and not always pleasant. Tonight stays unusually warm for a spring evening, with clouds rolling in and temperatures refusing to dip below the mid-60s. It’s the kind of night that might make you question if winter ever left. T

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May 17 2026SPORTS

When injuries and illnesses strike, athletes still push to compete

Track stars are expected to perform at their peak, but Anavia Battle proved that sheer determination can beat tough conditions. At the Shanghai Diamond League in May, the 27-year-old American sprinter lined up for the 200m final while battling a bad cold. With rivals like Sha’Carri Richardson and Sh

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Success Starts With a Strong Base

The first step to making AI work is to make sure the rest of your business runs smoothly. If the network is shaky or apps keep lagging, AI will only make those problems faster and more obvious. It won’t fix broken connections or slow servers; it will simply push bad data into decisions. Next, think

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Health Choices After Cancer: What Really Works for Young Adults?

Surviving cancer as a young adult brings unique challenges, especially when it comes to staying healthy afterward. Many young adults deal with long-term effects from treatment, so eating well and staying active are key goals. But what actually helps them follow these healthy habits? A recent study l

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