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Dec 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

Warmer Seas, Busy Worms: How Temperature Boosts Marine Activity

In the Wadden Sea, tiny critters are making a big difference. These worms and small animals, known as benthic infauna, mix up sediment in a process called bioturbation. This mixing matters because it connects the seafloor with the water above, helping nutrients move around. But what happens when the

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Dec 13 2024CRIME

Unbelievable Tale: The Ricin Plot and Its Shocking Twists

Curious about the story behind Kevin Curtis, an Elvis impersonator, and Everett Dutschke, a karate instructor? It starts in Tupelo, Mississippi, where Curtis found a severed head in a hospital fridge. That began a series of crazy events – a feud with a funeral director and politician, Steve Holland,

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Dec 13 2024CRIME

The Hidden Forensic Challenge: Indoor Dog Scavenging

Scavenging, where animals consume body tissue after death, happens indoors too. It might not sound like a big deal, but for forensic experts, it complicates their job. Dogs, especially, can mess up evidence by scattering or destroying body parts. This makes it hard for forensic pathologists and vete

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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Top Picks on Prime Video: A Crime Drama and Holiday Favorites

Prime Video has a massive library of movies, making it hard to choose what to watch. Luckily, their top 10 list has some great picks right now. One standout is "The Bikeriders, " a cool crime drama set in the 1960s. It's light on plot but heavy on atmosphere. The movie follows members of a motorcycl

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Brain Power: Fueling Future Economies

Imagine a world where our brains are the key drivers of economic change. That's the idea behind the brain economy, which emphasizes brain health and brain skills for a smoother transition into new economic landscapes. We're talking about major shifts like the bioeconomy, green economy, care economy,

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Dec 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Power of Green Money: How Banks and Bonds Boost Renewable Energy in Developing Nations

Imagine you're in a classroom learning about how money can help save the planet. This study dives into how green finance—money specifically set aside to help the environment—affects renewable energy in developing countries. Think of it like a big puzzle with pieces called green bonds, investments in

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

U. S. Education Department's Spending on DEI: $1 Billion Since 2021

The U. S. Department of Education has spent over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives since 2021. Researchers found that $490 million went to DEI hiring, $343 million to DEI programming, and $170 million to DEI-related mental health services. This spending has benefited u

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Dec 13 2024EDUCATION

Honouring Janice Hill: A New Space for Indigenous Connection

Imagine a spot on Queen’s University campus where people gather to learn and connect with Indigenous ways of knowing and being. This special place is the Outdoor Indigenous Gathering Space. It’s going to be named after someone very special: Kanonhsyonne, also known as Janice Hill. She’s been a key p

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

How Neuroscientists Decode a Fly's Brain

Imagine decoding the complex wiring of a tiny fly's brain. That's what neuroscientists are attempting with the innovative FlyCircuit method. The idea is straightforward: neurons that look alike are likely responsible for similar tasks. Scientists start by grouping these similar neurons into smaller

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Dec 13 2024CELEBRITIES

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco: From Secret Dates to Engaged

A surprising love story unfolded between singer Selena Gomez and record producer Benny Blanco. The couple announced their engagement on Instagram late Wednesday, with a picture showing Gomez's new marquis-cut diamond ring at a Taco Bell picnic. The caption read, "Forever begins now. " Fans and celeb

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