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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Hand Eczema in Italy: What Dermatologists Really Do

Chronic hand eczema, or CHE, is a tricky skin issue. It's got various causes, looks different on each person, and has no one-size-fits-all treatment. Plus, it can really mess with your life, affecting your mood, ability to work, and overall health. This study looked into how Italian dermatologists h

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Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Unsung Heroes: Women Trailblazers in Ageing Research

When we think about the history of ageing research, we often hear about the men who made significant discoveries. However, many women have also made extraordinary contributions to our understanding of ageing, but they haven't always gotten the recognition they deserve. Let's shine a light on some of

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Counting Deaths Differently: Brazil's New Method for Understanding Violence

Violence is a major concern in Brazil, but understanding the true extent of it has been tough. The Brazilian Mortality Information System (SIM) is a key source of data, but it's not always perfect. Researchers have been working on a new way to make sense of this information. They call it the GBD-Bra

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

The Power of Eucalyptus: Fighting Superbugs

Have you ever thought about how some plants could help fight tough bacteria? Scientists have been looking into this, and one plant that's showing promise is Eucalyptus camaldulensis. They tested its methanolic extract against some nasty bacteria like E. coli, Bacillus cereus, and Staphylococcus aure

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Colorectal Cancer and the Surprising Role of CPT1A in Radiation Sensitivity

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is becoming more common and deadly around the world. One of the biggest issues with treating advanced CRC with radiotherapy is that cancer cells can become resistant to radiation, leading to the cancer coming back or spreading. Scientists are trying to figure out how cancer c

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Uncovering Antibiotic Use in Argentina's Beef Farms

Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern for livestock industries worldwide, and beef farming is no exception. When it comes to beef production and consumption, few countries can match Argentina. Despite this prominence, the details of antibiotic use in Argentina's beef industry remain murky. This

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Nov 28 2024HISTORY

Unveiling Cyprus: A Map Journey Through History

Let's take a trip back in time to the late 19th century. When British officials first stepped onto the island of Cyprus, they meticulously documented its features. This historical geospatial dataset, crafted from maps made between 1878 and 1883, gives us a snapshot of Cyprus's past environment. The

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Nov 28 2024BUSINESS

Is Big Tech Back on the FTC's Radar? Microsoft Under Scrutiny

Microsoft is the latest big tech company to find itself in the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The agency has been looking into Microsoft's cloud and software businesses, particularly how the company bundles its services. This isn't the first time Microsoft has faced such scrutiny.

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Nov 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Sora Sneak Peek: When Testers and AI Company Clash

Last Tuesday, things got heated between OpenAI and a group of artists known as PR Puppets after they briefly shared OpenAI's Sora video generation platform online. This leak caused a stir because it gave people a free look at Sora, which can create high-resolution videos. The group's aim was to prot

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Nov 28 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Jenna and Joey's Dancing Glory: A Partnership to Remember

Last night's Dancing With the Stars finale was a whirlwind of emotion, talent, and surprise. The big winners were Bachelor star Joey Graziadei and his professional partner Jenna Johnson. They've been dancing their hearts out for the past 13 weeks, and it paid off! The judges, Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek

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