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Nov 14 2024EDUCATION

Non-Digital Learning Games in Medical Education: A Fresh Look

Ever heard of games that teach? Serious games are getting popular in medical schools. But we're not talking about video games. Analog serious games are the old-school, hands-on kind. This review checks out what's been said about these games in books and studies. It also points out what's missing and

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Nov 13 2024CRIME

Gov't Employee Accused of Leaking Secret Israel-Iran Intel

Just last week, the U. S. government charged a man for leaking top-secret information related to Israel's plans regarding Iran. This individual, Asif W. Rahman, was arrested in Cambodia and is expected to be moved to Virginia for trial. Rahman worked for the CIA and had access to highly sensitive do

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Nov 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Pixel Phones Get Real-Time Scam and Threat Protection Updates

Google has started rolling out a cool new feature called Scam Detection for Pixel phones. This neat trick listens to phone calls and keeps an eye out for common patterns used by scammers. When it spots something fishy, it gives you a heads-up with a warning and a handy "End call" button. On the Pixe

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Nov 13 2024CRIME

Former Airman Sentenced to 15 Years for Leaking Military Secrets

Jack Teixeira, a former member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for sharing classified information online. The sentence was handed down by Judge Indira Talwani in the U. S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts on Tuesday. Teixeira pleaded

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Nov 13 2024ENVIRONMENT

Secret Climate Talks Without Top Polluters

The annual UN climate conference is happening in Azerbaijan, but the world's biggest polluters and strongest economies aren't sending their top leaders. China, the US, India, and Indonesia—countries responsible for over 70% of global heat-trapping gases—are notably absent. Climate scientist Bill Har

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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

High Potential's Back: New Episode Airs Soon!

Fans of the hit show "High Potential" have something exciting to look forward to this month. After a short break, ABC's crime drama is returning with a new episode. The story revolves around Morgan Gillory, played by Kaitlin Olson, a nighttime cleaner for the LAPD with an impressive IQ of 160. She's

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Who Will Lead Trump's Education Team?

President-elect Trump is considering several names for his Education secretary. Some are state superintendents, while others are from outside organizations. The choice could signal Trump's plans for the department, which he has discussed eliminating. Experts suggest Trump might pick a strong state

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Trump's Shadow Over Congress: A Packed Agenda and Key Leadership Picks

With Donald Trump set to return to the White House in January, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are rushing to tackle a long list of tasks before the end of the year. Top of the agenda is preventing a government shutdown, which looms large as a December deadline approaches. Many Republicans want to delay k

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Senate Showdown: Who's Next in Line for GOP Leadership?

The Republican Senate is gearing up for a big change. The spot for the next majority leader is up for grabs, and it's a battle between three senators: John Thune from South Dakota, John Cornyn from Texas, and Rick Scott from Florida. This race is more than just a power play; it's a test of where the

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Senate Shakeup: Musk, Kennedy Back Scott for Majority Leader

Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are among the prominent figures rallying behind Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla. ) for the role of Senate majority leader. This comes as a surprise move in the political landscape, challenging the frontrunners, John Thune (R-S. D. ) and John Cornyn (R-Texas). Musk, know

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