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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Lebanon's Post-War Cleanup: A Daunting Task

Ahmad Mehdi, 20, has been living in a partially destroyed home since October. An Israeli airstrike in his Beirut neighborhood flattened the building next door, reducing it to a pile of rocks, dirt, and steel. His own home, on the fifth floor, lost its kitchen and living room. He and his family are e

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Jan 28 2025SCIENCE

Building a Better Phantom: A Tetrahedral Mesh for Chinese Women

Creating detailed surface phantoms of Chinese women of childbearing age is great, but they can't be used directly in Monte Carlo simulations. Instead, these surface phantoms have to be turned into voxel phantoms, which might lose some of their initial advantages. So, the goal of this study is to bui

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Jan 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Fresh Face of WWII Gaming: Meet the New Hero

Get ready to meet Harry Hawker, the newest hero in the world of World War II gaming. The latest addition to the Sniper Elite series, The Resistance Uprising, is set to shake things up. This game doesn’t just dip its toes into history—it explores it in-depth. The environments and enemies are so metic

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Jan 27 2025WEATHER

Wet Relief Arrives for Drought-Stricken Southwest

After enduring a dry spell that fueled deadly wildfires, Southern California and the Southwest are finally welcoming some much-needed rain. A slow-moving low-pressure system is spreading showers across the region, including Los Angeles and Las Vegas. This system could bring the first significant rai

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Jan 27 2025SPORTS

Track Stars Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman: Love, Support, and a Fresh Start

Sha’Carri Richardson, known for her speed on the track, is showing off a new look and a new love. She recently shared a picture of her loose, curly hair and a red bag, which turned out to be a gift from her rumored boyfriend, Christian Coleman. The two athletes, who are training together for the 202

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Jan 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Score Big with the Razr (2024) at Motorola's Discounted Deal!

Feeling adventurous about the foldable phone trend? Now's the time to give it a shot with Motorola's latest deal. The spiffy Razr (2024) is marked down by $100, making it yours for just $599. 99. If you’re already into foldables and have an older Razr (2023), trading it in could save you an addition

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Boosting Transplants for Seniors: Can Pre-Surgery Prep Help?

Older folks with kidney problems often face a tough time getting transplants due to frailty. Especially those over 65 with chronic or end-stage kidney disease might find themselves at a disadvantage. The issue? Medical professionals worry about how well they'll bounce back after surgery. But here’s

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Jan 27 2025SPORTS

Why MMA Fighter Kaan Ofli Turns to the Cage for Healing

Kaan Ofli, a UFC fighter known by his nickname 'Genghis, ' has an inspiring story behind his success in the MMA world. Born in Melbourne to a Turkish immigrant mother, he faced a tough childhood. He left school early to support his family, which included living in a car. Despite these struggles, his

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

AI Helpers for Seniors: How Well Do They Work?

Imagine you're an older adult trying to manage daily tasks with the help of AI-powered gadgets. These smart assistants can be fun and useful, but can they also help with health issues? A recent study explored how seniors interact with AI tools designed to assist with symptoms or self-management. The

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Jan 27 2025BUSINESS

Costco Faces Shareholder Pushback on DEI Policies

Costco's shareholders recently shot down a proposal questioning the wholesale club's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The activist investors leading the charge, however, aren't ready to throw in the towel just yet. Ethan Peck, deputy director of the National Center for Public Policy

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