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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Upgrading M4 Mac mini to 2TB: A DIY Challenge

The new M4 Mac mini starts at a reasonable price of $599, but it comes with a storage problem. It only has 256GB, which isn't enough for many users. Apple makes upgrading tough by soldering the storage directly onto the logic board. This means you need special skills to upgrade it. YouTuber dosdude

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

South Africa's COVID-19 Response: A Lesson in Legislative Limits

Imagine having a roadmap to deal with disasters, like having a DRM legislation in place, but then a real disaster like COVID-19 hits and you find out your map has a few missing roads. That's where South Africa's experience during the pandemic can teach us a lot. Since 2002, the country has been prai

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

South Africa's 2024 Health Plan: Catching and Controlling Axial Spondylarthritis Early

In 2024, South Africa introduced new healthcare guidelines to tackle axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), a sneaky condition that's hard to spot. Early detection is crucial, but axSpA often gets overlooked or misdiagnosed. The new plan provides healthcare professionals with specific tools, like tests an

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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Matter 1. 4's Updated Plans: A New Hope for Smart Home Connectivity

Imagine a future where all your smart home devices just work together, no matter which tech giants are behind them. That's the vision Matter 1. 4 promises. This new update aims to bring more device types on board, improve cross-ecosystem workability, and manage energy-saving tech like battery backup

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Nov 09 2024SPORTS

A Weekend of Firsts for KC Current and CPKC Stadium

This weekend, Berkley Riverfront Park is hosting a series of firsts. The KC Current is playing their first NWSL Playoff game in the first stadium designed solely for a women's pro sports team. That's quite a milestone! Team President Raven Jemison thinks this is a big deal. They believe that the tea

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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Saving Energy at Home: A New Way to Control Heating Bills

Ever thought about managing your home's heating in a smart way? Well, one cool project did just that in Québec! The idea was to use models—called gray-box models—to figure out the best times to heat a house based on new electricity rates. First, let's talk about the place. It was a two-story resear

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

Affordable Insulin: A Game Changer for South African Diabetes Care?

Recently, some big names in the insulin business, like Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi, have cut prices on their long-lasting insulin types. This isn't just good news for South Africa's healthcare system—it's essential. Diabetes is a big problem here, especially pre-diabetes, and the country's E

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Nov 09 2024EDUCATION

School's Clever Data Backup Strategy

In our digital age, schools like LSP SV-IPB are entrusted with a ton of sensitive student data. Handling this information requires careful planning, which is why the school chose Synology NAS for their data storage needs. This system isn't your average storage solution; it's built to manage backups

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

The Surprising Secrets of Calf Health

Over the past few decades, scientists have been paying more attention than ever to calf health and welfare. Ten years ago, a review series discussed how important colostrum is for calves from birth to weaning. Even today, proper colostrum management is crucial to prevent sickness and death in calves

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

How Inguinal Hernias Can Ensnare Ureters and What to Do About It

Imagine this: a hernia that has captured a ureter, a rare but real occurrence. When a ureter finds its way into an inguinal hernia, it's like a secret passenger on a journey that could go south fast. A study explored this peculiar situation and how to handle it safely. Scientists combed through rec

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