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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Hearing Hazards for Student Musicians: The Hidden Risks

Musicians, especially students, are at a higher risk of hearing loss due to loud, continuous exposure to music. This study looked into the early signs of hearing damage in young musicians who pass regular hearing tests. It focused on how noise affects the way their ears process sounds and their abil

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Eye Muscle Swelling: A Surprising Link Between Two Conditions

Imagine this: two very different health issues can make the muscles around your eyes swell up similarly. We're talking about Graves' orbitopathy and acromegaly. Recently, scientists compared these conditions by examining CT scans of patients. They measured the size of the muscles on the top, bottom,

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Noise Impact on Military Hearing: What You Should Know

Did you know that noise can mess with your hearing? Well, it's a big deal for military folks. A recent study looked into how much noise soldiers are exposed to each year and how it affects their hearing and ability to focus on sounds. It turns out, loud noises can really do a number on your ears. Y

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Is Death Row Inmate Robert Roberson III's Testimony Actually Happening?

Texas lawmakers have been trying to get death row inmate Robert Roberson III to testify in the Capitol. Roberson was sentenced to death in 2003 for allegedly shaking his daughter to death. His lawyers argue that the science used to convict him is unreliable. Lawmakers were hoping he could testify ab

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Dec 19 2024ENVIRONMENT

Meet the River Guardians: A Fresh Look at Water Health in Myanmar

Have you ever wondered how scientists keep track of the health of our rivers? In Myanmar, researchers are using tiny river creatures called macroinvertebrates to monitor the quality of tropical rivers. These tiny guardians are like secret agents, giving clues about how clean or polluted the water is

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

Republicans Target Liz Cheney After Capitol Attack Investigation

Recently, House Republicans concluded their own investigation into the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Their findings, released on Tuesday, suggest that former Rep. Liz Cheney should face legal consequences for her role in probing the event. This comes as former President Donald Trump ramps up his

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

Cleveland Police Shooting: What Happened When They Found a Teen Suspect?

Last weekend, Cleveland police found themselves in a tense situation. They were chasing a 14-year-old boy suspected of a string of car break-ins. Around 4 AM on Saturday, the police came across the teen in a car at the 800 block of East 146th Street. At first, they thought he was unconscious. But su

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

Discovering New Surfactants to Protect Steel Pipes

In the world of oil and gas, corrosion is a big problem. It costs a lot of money, can harm people, and pollutes the environment. To fix this, scientists are always looking for better ways to protect steel pipes. In a recent study, two new surfactants were made. These surfactants, called 2C n coesT

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Ultrasound During Labor: A New Way to Predict Delivery Outcomes

Imagine trying to predict how a baby will be born. Over the past decade, doctors have been using ultrasound during labor to help figure this out. This technique is called intrapartum ultrasound (ITU) and it's gaining attention worldwide. However, it's not as common in low- and middle-income countrie

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Dec 17 2024TECHNOLOGY

Upgrade Your Gaming Setup: Why the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 is a Steal at $600

Thinking about upgrading your gaming setup? The Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 is a fantastic choice, especially now that it’s $300 off at B&H Photo Video. Normally priced at $900, you can snatch it up for just $600, and even cheaper at $600 if you clip a $50 coupon. This deal won’t last forever, so if you

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