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Jan 04 2025SCIENCE

Mitochondria Matter: How EndoG Helps Male Mice Burn Fat Efficiently

You know how mitochondria are like tiny powerhouses inside your cells, helping your body break down food for energy? Well, there's this special protein called EndoG that plays a crucial role in this process, especially in male mice. EndoG helps these powerhouses work more efficiently by boosting the

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

The Magic of Mushrooms: How Modern Methods Keep Them Fresh and Healthy

There's a growing interest in functional mushrooms as people look for natural ways to stay healthy. These mushrooms are special because they have properties that can boost health beyond just giving us nutrients. The problem is, they don't last long after they're picked. This is where non-thermal pre

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

The Risks of Gooning: A New Masturbation Trend

Gooning, the practice of watching porn and delaying climax for hours or days, is a growing trend. While some people enjoy the psychological effects, experts warn about its potential downsides. Dr. Richard Viney explains that this habit can desensitize individuals to real sexual encounters, increasin

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Jan 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants and the U. S. Government: Reviving Nuclear Power

Big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are investing in nuclear energy to reduce their carbon footprint. The U. S. government is supporting this with funding for small modular reactors. Environmental groups are still concerned about safety and waste disposal. The U. S. Department of

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

COPD and Muscle Troubles: The Mitochondria Connection

Skeletal muscle dysfunction (SMD) is a serious problem for folks with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It affects how well they get better and live their lives. Mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells, play a big role in this. They keep their networks in check through something called mi

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Digital Health Tech: A Funding Story

These days, biomedical research and healthcare are getting a major boost from digital health technology (DHT). New tech, clever uses of old tech with AI and machine learning, and better data integration are making DHTs super useful. But how well are these tools being funded? A study dived into the N

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Jan 03 2025EDUCATION

DoJ’s Big Spend: $100 Million on DEI Programs in 4 Years

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has spent a whopping $100 million over the past four years on programs focused on restorative justice, social-emotional learning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This spending was revealed in a new report by Parents Defending Education (PDE), a right-leani

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Face Senate Republicans' Ire

Senate Republicans are openly critical of their counterparts in the House of Representatives. They're worried about the House's ability to function effectively, especially with a slim GOP majority and the looming threat of government shutdowns. Senate members like Sen. Josh Hawley from Missouri are

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

How Allergies Start: The Role of Cells and Viruses

You know how some people get allergies after being exposed to certain things in the air? Well, it turns out that this isn't just about what they're breathing in, but also about how their body responds to it. In people who are genetically more likely to have allergies, getting a virus or being around

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Jan 02 2025POLITICS

Canada's Tough Stance on Housing Speculation

In Canada, a unique approach is being taken to keep housing affordable. Ever noticed how the media talks a lot about Canada? That's because wealthy foreign investors, often from the U. S. , used to treat Canadian real estate like a game of Monopoly. Canada, however, has rules to stop that. We've al

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