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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Delay issues in metastatic breast cancer: what you need to know

Ever noticed how people with early breast cancer often get quicker treatments? That's what scientists already know. But what about those with metastatic breast cancer (MBC), where it spreads to other parts of the body? Not much is known about why they face delays in getting care. This study is chang

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Measles Protection: A Look at Immigrants in Gwangju

You might think measles is a thing of the past, but it's still a big deal, especially for immigrants. These are folks who might not have gotten all the vaccinations they need. To keep measles from coming back, it's crucial to understand how many immigrants in Gwangju, South Korea, have measles antib

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

The Power of Breath: Exercise for Chronic Disease Patients

Ever wondered how breathing exercises can help those with long-term health issues? A recent look into different studies found that working our breathing muscles through something called "voluntary isocapnic hyperpnoea" can be a safe and helpful tool for patients with chronic diseases. This wasn't a

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Jan 07 2025CELEBRITIES

Fashion Flops: Golden Globes After Parties' Worst Dressed

Emma Chamberlain showed up to a Golden Globes after party in a mint-colored trench coat, looking like she was headed to the library instead. Veronica Ferres, on the other hand, seemed to be auditioning for a role in "Wicked" with her metallic outfit. FKA Twigs mixed it up with a unique combo of feat

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Jan 07 2025CRIME

Meta's Smart Glasses: A Tool in a Tragic Event

On New Year's Day, a devastating event shook New Orleans when a man drove a truck into a crowd in the French Quarter, leaving 14 people dead and 30 injured. The FBI revealed that the perpetrator, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, had used Meta's smart glasses to scout the area before the attack. These glasses, a

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Jan 07 2025BUSINESS

McDonald's Drops Diversity Targets After Court Ruling

McDonald's is rethinking its diversity policies. The fast-food giant announced it's ditching certain aims to boost diversity among its leaders. Why the change? A recent Supreme Court decision made affirmative action in college admissions illegal. Plus, there's been a conservative backlash against di

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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

Transforming Idesia polycarpa Maxim Cake Meal: A New Way to Extract Polysaccharides

Have you ever thought about what happens to the leftovers when oil is extracted from seeds? In the case of Idesia polycarpa Maxim (IPM) seeds, the cake meal, which is the by-product, is often just tossed away. But what if this waste could be turned into something useful? That's where IPM polysacchar

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Jan 07 2025EDUCATION

Why West Side Kids Need to Learn Trades

A lot of teenagers in Chicago's West Side know how to take over a Kia with a USB cable, but even more can handle construction equipment like excavators. Both skills take some know-how, but the paths they lead to are worlds apart. Some people might say that kids from tough neighborhoods turn to crime

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Jan 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nikki Glaser's Golden Globes Debut: The Good, the Funny, and the Unexpected

Comedian Nikki Glaser made a splash at the Golden Globes with jokes that hit just the right spot between humor and respect. She poked fun at celebrities like Timothée Chalamet for his unique eyelashes and Ben Affleck for his suggestive movie titles. Glaser also took some light swipes at politics and

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Four Years After: The Jan. 6 Capitol Mob

Four years have passed since the storming of the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The event has left a lasting impact, with nearly 1, 600 individuals prosecuted for their involvement. Some are still behind bars, facing serious charges like assault and seditious conspiracy. Others, charged with less

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