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Jul 07 2025EDUCATION

College Students and Grief: The Unfinished Business

Grief is a heavy burden for many college students. Losing someone close can shake up their world. This study looked at how unfinished feelings and keeping bonds with the deceased affect grief over time. Researchers followed students who had lost someone in the last three years. They checked in with

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Jul 07 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Power of Skin Care Chemicals: How Some Ingredients Work at the Cellular Level

In the world of skin care, some chemicals do more than just sit on the surface. They dive deep into cells and mess with important signals. Three of these chemicals are lawsone, juglone, and plumbagin. They are found in many skin treatments and cosmetics. But how do they really work? Scientists want

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Jul 06 2025RELIGION

Pope Leo XIV Returns to Castel Gandolfo After a Long Break

Pope Leo XIV made his way to Castel Gandolfo, a historic retreat south of Rome, for a six-week stay. This marks the first time in over a decade that a pope has visited this summer getaway. The town, known for its scenic views of Lake Alban, was buzzing with excitement as residents and visitors lined

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Jul 06 2025CELEBRITIES

Emma Bunton: The Timeless Style Icon Shines at Mel B's Wedding

Emma Bunton, known to many as the ever-youthful Baby Spice, made a stunning appearance at Mel B's recent wedding. The 48-year-old singer, famous for her role in the iconic '90s girl group, embraced her signature pink theme with an outfit that reminded everyone of her Spice Girls days. The wedding t

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

Khamenei Resurfaces After Iran-Israel Conflict

The leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, finally showed up in public after staying hidden during the 12-day fight between Iran and Israel. He appeared at a special event to remember a significant figure in Islam, Hussein, who died a long time ago. This event is a big deal for Shiite Muslims, who

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

How Teeth Age: A Look Inside

Teeth aren't just for chewing. They have a living part inside called pulp. As people get older, this pulp changes. It's not as lively as it used to be. There are fewer cells and blood vessels. This makes it harder for teeth to heal when they get damaged. The pulp also gets tougher. It makes more co

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Jul 06 2025SCIENCE

Lab-Grown Meat: Tastes Like Chicken, But Not Quite

Lab-grown meat is getting better, but it's not quite ready to replace the real thing. Scientists have been working hard to make it taste and feel like traditional meat. They've looked at lots of studies to see how close they've gotten. One big problem is the texture. Lab-grown meat is often softer

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Life on the Edge: Health Hurdles in Thailand's Border Provinces

Life near the border can be tough. Tak and Mae Hong Son (MHS) provinces in Thailand know this well. These areas share a boundary with Myanmar. Many people cross over for work or medical help. But things have gotten harder lately. The COVID-19 pandemic hit these regions hard. It wasn't just a health

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

A New Way to Spot Aldosterone Issues

Diagnosing a condition called primary aldosteronism (PA) can be tricky. Right now, doctors use methods that are either not very accurate or involve invasive procedures. This is where a new idea comes in: creating special tracers for imaging that can target a specific protein, CYP11B2, which is more

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Fighting Cancer and Dreaming of Motherhood: A Tough Balance

Women facing gynaecological cancer often find themselves in a tough spot. They're not just battling a serious illness. They're also worried about their chances of becoming mothers. This struggle is real and can be overwhelming. It's like having to deal with a brick wall suddenly appearing in your li

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