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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Ramadan Fasting and Its Effects on Longevity and Metabolism in Rats

Ever wondered how fasting during Ramadan affects your body? Scientists decided to find out by studying rats. They split 48 male Wistar rats into two groups: those on a standard diet and those on a high-fat diet. After 12 weeks, they introduced Ramadan-style fasting — eating only from dawn to dusk —

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Power of UI Design in Fighting AI Bias

Ever thought about how the way we interact with AI can affect its decisions? turns out, it's a big deal, especially in healthcare. User interface (UI) design plays a crucial role in mitigating bias in AI-based clinical decision support (CDS). Imagine this: a doctor is using an AI tool to diagnose a

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Nov 21 2024OPINION

Heritage Rules: A Burden or Benefit?

You might think that having a historic home is a great thing, but for some, it comes with a big price tag. The City of Kingston is considering forcing owners of old buildings to keep their homes looking a certain way, even if they don't want to. This can cost a lot of money and might not be what the

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Nov 21 2024FINANCE

Big Crypto Gains Ahead? Why Robinhood Might Soar

Imagine if the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) turned pro-crypto. That's what analysts are banking on for Robinhood's stock to skyrocket. Gautam Chhugani from Bernstein sees a 44% upside for the online trading platform, especially with former President Donald Trump potentially easing regula

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Nov 20 2024SCIENCE

Light's Magic Trick: Turning Common Chemicals into Something New

Imagine using light to transform everyday chemicals into something extraordinary! Scientists have found a clever way to do just that. They're using visible light to change common compounds called 1, 3-enynes into allenes. This process, called photoredox catalysis, is like a magic trick in the lab. I

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Nov 20 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Cyber Chaos: De Niro's TV Debut as Ex-President

Imagine the United States in crisis. A massive cyber attack, known as a Zero Day event, has left the country in turmoil. Thousands have died, and disinformation is spreading like wildfire. Who do you call? Robert De Niro, of course! In Netflix's upcoming series, 'Zero Day', the legendary actor is ma

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Nov 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 16 Updates Wi-Fi QR Sharing with a Stylish Touch

In Android 16 Developer Preview 1, the Wi-Fi QR code sharing menu has been given a fresh look. This change aims to make it easier to connect devices using visuals that are more in line with Material You design principles. Instead of the usual square QR code, you'll now see a uniquely shaped one, fol

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Renal Denervation: A 10-Year Look into Managing Unrelenting High Blood Pressure

Think about a group of 65 people who couldn't get their high blood pressure under control, even with lots of medication. They decided to try something different: a procedure called renal denervation. This isn't a new movie plot; it's real life. These people had their blood vessels near the kidneys t

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Improving Diets for People with Hard-to-Treat Schizophrenia

Ever heard of treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS)? It's a tough mental health condition where patients don't get better with usual treatments. They face intense symptoms, struggle with thinking clearly, and have a high risk of heart and blood sugar problems. Guess what? Their diets might play a

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

What Happens When ACL Surgery Includes Cartilage Repair?

Ever wondered how cartilage damage affects the outcome of knee surgery for an ACL tear? Researchers decided to find out. They looked at studies where people had ACL reconstruction and also had small cartilage issues fixed at the same time. The question was: how does this combo surgery affect recover

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