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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

The Holy Healers of the Bladder and Beyond

Medieval times were heavily shaped by Christian beliefs. Within this era, saints were highly respected as figures who could help cure illnesses. When it comes to urology, six saints are particularly notable. First, there is Saint Margaret of Antioch. She is often shown wearing a belt around her kid

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Apr 23 2025CRIME

Kashmir's Deadly Day: A Mountain Resort Turned into a War Zone

In the heart of the Himalayas, a peaceful retreat turned into a nightmare. Gunmen stormed a resort in Pahalgam, a town often called the "Switzerland of India". Twenty-six lives were lost, and many more were injured. This was one of the deadliest attacks in Kashmir in recent years. The attack happen

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Apr 23 2025POLITICS

Kashmir's Peace Shaken: Tourists Targeted in Deadly Attack

The serene town of Pahalgam, nestled in the Himalayas, was shattered by violence. Twenty-six people lost their lives, and seventeen more were injured when armed individuals targeted a group of tourists. This event marks one of the most severe attacks on civilians in Kashmir in recent years. The regi

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Apr 23 2025BUSINESS

Oil Prices Dip Despite Inventory Surprises.

Oil prices took a hit recently, continuing a downward trend that started with the announcement of new tariffs. This drop happened even though there was a significant decrease in U. S. oil inventories, as reported by the American Petroleum Institute. The API noted a large draw of 4. 565 million barre

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Apr 23 2025SCIENCE

The Saltwater Secret of the Dinosaur-Eating Crocodile

The ancient terror crocodile, Deinosuchus, was a fearsome predator that roamed North America around 82 to 75 million years ago. This giant reptile had a body nearly as long as a bus and teeth the size of bananas. It was known for its wide, long skull with a unique, bulbous lump, unlike any other cro

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Apr 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

YouTube's Big 20: What's New and What's Next?

YouTube is marking its 20th anniversary with a look back at some impressive numbers and a sneak peek at new features coming soon. It is hard to believe that the first video, "Me at the Zoo, " was uploaded way back on April 23, 2005. Since then, the platform has seen a staggering 20 trillion video

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Apr 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Istanbul Shaken: A City on Edge After Earthquake

Istanbul, a bustling metropolis of 16 million, felt the ground tremble on a Wednesday afternoon. An earthquake, measured at a preliminary magnitude of 6. 2, struck the city and nearby regions, sending waves of panic through the population. The quake, with a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, had its ep

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Apr 23 2025SCIENCE

The Evolution of PI4P: From Obscurity to Versatility

PI4P, or phosphatidylinositol 4-phosphate, is a lipid that has gained significant attention in the world of cellular biology. It was once overshadowed by its more famous relatives, DPI and TPI. These were initially discovered due to their rapid turnover rates, which scientists observed through a tec

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Apr 23 2025LIFESTYLE

The Unspoken Stories: How Soviet Views on Homosexuality Shaped Lithuanian Lesbian Identities

The Soviet era left a lasting impact on many aspects of life in Lithuania. One of these was how society viewed and treated homosexuality, especially among women. This influence is still visible today in how lesbian women in Lithuania see themselves and talk about their experiences. The Soviet Union

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Apr 23 2025SCIENCE

How Different Countries Handle GM and Non-GM Crops

The way countries manage genetically modified (GM) and non-GM crops varies greatly. This is especially true since GM crops have become so common. Each nation has its own approach, considering factors like economics, politics, technology, and what the public thinks. In some places, like the United S

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