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Feb 21 2025SCIENCE

Hot and Strong: How Lithium Slag Boosts Recycled Concrete

Imagine a world where waste materials are transformed into something strong and useful. That's exactly what happened when researchers decided to tackle two problems at once: the massive piles of lithium slag (LS) and the need to improve recycled concrete's strength after it's been exposed to high te

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Feb 21 2025LIFESTYLE

Winter Fun in the Bay of Quinte: More Than Just Skiing

Winter in the Bay of Quinte region is far from boring. With a mix of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and cozy spots to warm up, there's something for everyone. Let's dive into what makes this region a winter wonderland. First off, there's plenty of outdoor fun. If you're into skii

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering Remote Areas: The Best Mix of Green Energy

In the quest for sustainable energy, especially in far-off places, a recent study took a deep dive into a unique energy system. This system combines solar power, wind energy, biomass, and batteries in a single setup. The goal? To figure out the best way to size up these components for the lowest cos

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Can Listening Alone Change Your Mind?

Immigration is a hot topic with lots of different opinions. A recent experiment looked into whether listening to others can change their minds. 1, 400 people in the U. S. had video chats with trained canvassers. The canvassers either shared a story about an undocumented immigrant, listened carefully

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Canada's Global Push for Inclusion: A Fresh Look at SOGIESC Rights

Canada has been making waves internationally with its feminist approach to global policy. This approach includes a focus on sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). But how exactly does Canada promote these ideas on a global scale? Let's dive in. F

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Feb 20 2025SPORTS

UFC 315: A New Face for the Welterweight Title

UFC 315 is set to be a thrilling event in Montreal, Canada, on May 10, 2025. The main event has changed. Shavkat Rakhmonov, the undefeated Kazakh fighter, is out due to injury. This means Jack Della Maddalena, an Australian boxer, will fight Belal Muhammad for the Welterweight title. This is a big d

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Feb 20 2025FINANCE

Palantir: A Tech Titan on the Rise

Palantir, a software giant, is making waves in the artificial intelligence (AI) market. Loop Capital, a financial firm, has given it a thumbs-up with a buy rating and a price target of $141. This means they think the stock could jump by more than 25% from its current price. The firm believes Palanti

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Trump and Zelensky: A Tale of Public Spat

In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump publicly criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This criticism came after Zelensky's public statements about the US excluding Ukraine from talks with Russian officials. Trump's response was swift and harsh, accusing Zelensky o

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Virtual Reality: A New Hope for Newborn Care

In many parts of the world, doctors and nurses face a tough challenge. They need to be ready to save newborns, but they might not get much practice. This is where virtual simulations come in. These aren't your typical video games. They're tools that let healthcare workers practice life-saving skills

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Obesity Trials: It's Not Just About the Scale

Obesity trials have traditionally focused on weight loss. But now, researchers are shifting their focus. They want to understand how weight loss affects people's daily lives and overall well-being. This is a significant change in how obesity is being studied. Imagine being part of a clinical trial

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