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Aug 08 2025SCIENCE

How Warm Water Changes Toxic Algae

Small changes in water temperature can have big effects on harmful algae. Alexandrium pacificum is a type of algae that makes toxins harmful to sea life and people. These toxins can build up in shellfish, causing poisoning when eaten. Recent studies show that as water gets warmer, these algae change

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Aug 07 2025SCIENCE

A Giant Spaceship for a Long Trip to the Stars

A team of engineers has come up with a plan for a massive spaceship that could carry thousands of people on a one-way trip to Alpha Centauri, the nearest star system to ours. This spaceship, named Chrysalis, is designed to travel an incredible distance of 25 trillion miles (40 trillion kilometers) i

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Aug 07 2025HEALTH

How Cancer Genes Influence Treatment Choices

Cancer is a shape-shifter. It doesn't stay the same. Neither do the genes that fuel it. One such gene, HER2, is well-known for its part in breast and stomach cancers. But it's not just limited to these. Around 3. 5% of all solid tumors have HER2 mutations. This makes it a potential target for treatm

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Aug 07 2025POLITICS

Debunking the Myths Around the UN's 2030 Agenda

In 2025, a video went viral featuring Michael Yeadon, a former Pfizer executive and anti-vaccine activist, making bold claims about the United Nations' 2030 Agenda. He asserted that the agenda would eliminate private property ownership, restrict travel, and ban commercial flights. The video gained t

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Aug 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Google Cloud is Tackling the Boring Side of Data Work

Data is crucial for businesses, but getting it ready for use is often a tedious task. Google Cloud has introduced AI agents to make this process easier. These agents can handle various data tasks, from creating pipelines to performing machine learning workflows. The goal is to reduce the 80% of time

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Aug 06 2025HEALTH

Kidney Stones and the Risks of Treatment

Kidney stones are becoming more common worldwide. In North America, about 13% of people have them. In Europe, it's around 9%. One way doctors treat these stones is with a procedure called ureteroscopy. This method is known for being effective and safe. However, it's not without risks. During ureter

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Aug 06 2025SCIENCE

Mapping DNA-Protein Interactions: A New, Simpler Approach

NanoTag is a new way to study how DNA and proteins work together. It's a big deal because it skips using IgG, a common tool in older methods. This makes NanoTag more flexible and easier to use. Most methods to study DNA-protein interactions, like ChIP-seq and CUT&Tag, rely on IgG antibodies. These

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Aug 05 2025POLITICS

Why the U. S. Wants to Change the Name of a UN Aviation Program

The U. S. is pushing for a name change and funding cut for a UN aviation program that supports women's involvement in the industry. The program, currently called the Gender Equality Programme, is managed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The U. S. wants to rename it to the Emp

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Aug 05 2025SCIENCE

How a Common Virus Can Turn Deadly in Certain Cancers

In parts of the world where it's common, a virus called Epstein-Barr (EBV) is found in over 90% of people with a specific type of throat cancer. This virus, the first known human DNA tumor virus, can cause big changes in how our chromosomes are organized. When EBV interacts with human DNA, it can re

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Aug 05 2025CRIME

A Solo Ride Turns Dangerous in Vernon County

In a recent incident, a young woman faced a tough situation while riding her motorcycle. On August 2, 2025, around 4:45 p. m. , emergency services got a call about a crash on State Highway 33, near Taylor Valley Road in rural Ontario, Wisconsin. The rider, a 24-year-old from Lannon, was heading sout

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