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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE CAPITOL?

As the US Congress gets ready to finalize Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 presidential election, there’s a lot of history — and tension — in the air. Four years ago, on the same date, Trump’s supporters sparked chaos during the vote count. This time, everyone expects things to go smoothly. Kamala Har

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

How COVID Variants Delta and Omicron Latch On: A Closer Look

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a global challenge. Two variants, Delta and Omicron, have raised eyebrows due to their potential to spread more easily and dodge our immune system. This study used computer simulations to understand how these variants interact with a key receptor in our body, called AC

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

The Uncertain Future of January 6th Rioters: Will Trump’s Presidency Stop Prosecutions?

President Trump’s return isn’t until later this month, but it's already shaking up the Justice Department’s ongoing cases against the January 6th rioters. Over 1, 570 people have been arrested, making it the largest criminal probe in US history. However, the election results are making defendants de

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Jan 05 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Rice Genome Editing with New Cas9 Variants

Scientists have discovered a new way to make genome editing more efficient in rice. A protein called ScCas9, which comes from bacteria, can recognize a wider range of targets in the DNA than the commonly used protein, SpCas9. However, both ScCas9 and its improved version, Sc++, still don't work very

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Physiotherapists and Evidence-Based Knee Osteoarthritis Care: What's the Hold-Up?

Physiotherapists play a crucial role in managing knee osteoarthritis. But why don't they always follow the latest evidence-based treatments? A recent study dug into this question. Instead of diving straight into treatment methods, researchers first looked at what influences physiotherapists' decisi

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Biotin's Big Breakthrough: Macrocycles Explained

Ever wondered how scientists are pushing the boundaries of biotin? Well, they've come up with something fascinating: biotin macrocycles! Let's dive into what that means. Imagine biotin, a vital nutrient, now in a much bigger form. Scientists have figured out how to make biotin cyclic, creating thes

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

The Role of Physical Activity in Physiotherapy Training

These days, people aren't moving as much as they should. This inactivity is a big problem, and it's something that physiotherapists-in-training need to address. Physical activity is crucial for keeping our bodies healthy and strong. So, it makes sense that those who help others stay active should be

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Jan 02 2025SPORTS

Boston Sports in 2025: Predictions and Challenges

Let's talk about the future of Boston sports in 2025. This year, things might look a little different. The Patriots might have a new coach in town. Jerod Mayo, the current coach, could be on his way out. The team hasn't been doing so well, and it's time to think about what could be next. Maybe Mike

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Swift Bug Tests: Can They Help Docs Cut Antibiotics?

Rapid microbiological tests, done right at the patient's side, could help fight the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. But how can these tests help doctors in the UK, working in community clinics? Not much is known yet about how these tests could be woven into their daily work. These speedy

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Jan 01 2025SCIENCE

Fighting Superbugs: New Ways to Disrupt Drug Resistance

Imagine a world where antibiotics can't keep up with the bugs they're designed to fight. That's the challenge posed by carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPEs), a group of multidrug-resistant pathogens that are becoming increasingly hard to treat. These bacteria have plasmids, which are like

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