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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Solid Psychology: A Path Beyond Mandates

Some people think that making preregistration a rule is the way to go to fix the replication crisis in psychology. But I and others believe this isn't the best solution. Instead, let's focus on three key areas to create strong and long-lasting psychological research. First, we need to know how to c

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Dec 01 2024LIFESTYLE

Rebuilding After Lahaina Fires: A Struggle for Native Hawaiians

A year after the Lahaina fires, Native Hawaiian homeowners are still battling to rebuild their lives. Mikey Burke, a fourth-generation Lahainan, lost her home and now faces overwhelming costs. Rental assistance ran out months ago, and she was denied an extension. Many residents are now at a crossroa

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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

The Plant That Loves Wet Feet: How a Small Change in Arabidopsis Helps It Thrive

Ever wondered how plants handle both wet and dry conditions? Let's chat about the Arabidopsis thaliana plant. This little guy can flourish in both environments, thanks to a special gene called WRKY22. WRKY22 has a unique instruction zone, known as the promoter region. A tiny tweak in this region all

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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Why Sculpting Sports Stars Can Be a Challenge

Sculpting statues of sports stars might seem like a straightforward task, but it turns out there's more to it than meets the eye. Take a look at some famous examples: the Harry Kane statue in London was compared to a comic strip character, the Dwyane Wade sculpture in Miami resembled actor Laurence

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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Michael Jordan's Scoring Milestone and Other Sports History Moments

In 1996, basketball legend Michael Jordan joined an elite group in the NBA by scoring his 25, 000th point. He achieved this feat in just 782 games, second only to Wilt Chamberlain's 691 games. The Bulls celebrated with a win against the San Antonio Spurs, 97-88. Jordan's contribution was significant

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Religion's Impact: How Beliefs Shape Suicide Thoughts

Suicide is a complex issue that has been discussed for ages. Scholars often look at religion to understand how it can influence personal choices, like deciding to take one's own life. But religion isn't just one thing. It's made up of many parts that can affect people differently. For example, being

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Nov 30 2024SPORTS

Ohio State's History with Michigan on November 30: Wins, Scuffles, and Close Calls

November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899

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Nov 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Top Mech Games You Can't Miss!

Mech games often get overlooked, but they offer a ton of variety. They first appeared in old novels and gained fame through manga and anime. Today, they're a staple in sci-fi games. Some top picks include titles like BattleTech, where you command mechs in a Game of Thrones-like war. Daemon X Machina

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Nov 30 2024POLITICS

Biden's Last-Minute Push to Secure His Major Achievements

With just days left in office, President Joe Biden is on a mission to safeguard his key policy wins. High on his to-do list is the CHIPS and Science Act, which has ramped up domestic production of memory chips. Economic experts warn that if incoming President Donald Trump decides to axe this program

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Nov 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

Real or Fake: Which Christmas Tree is Greener?

Christmas trees, real or fake? It's a tricky choice for eco-conscious folks. Real trees are natural and can be recycled, but cutting them down isn't great. Fake trees last longer, but they're often made of toxic plastic. Experts don't agree on which is better. Tim O'Connor from the National Christma

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