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Feb 10 2025SCIENCE

Salt to Sip: A Novel Solution for Clean Water

Imagine a world where turning saltwater into clean drinking water is as easy as flipping a switch. This is exactly what scientists are working on. A special kind of technology, known as capacitive deionization (CDI), is making waves in the world of water desalination. This isn't your average method,

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Feb 08 2025SPORTS

Gamecock Legends: Three Players to Watch for Hall of Fame

One of the great universities in the US, South Carolina, will have a new face in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sterling Sharpe, a standout wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers, has already been announced as the first University of South Carolina alumni to be inducted in 2025. I

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Feb 07 2025BUSINESS

The Maximum Charge

There are plans for a new electric car, OK so this is the deal; it sells itself so you can make the purchases in app and drive away almost instantly. That's what the man behind Volkswagen- backed Scout Motors had in mind anyway for a plant in South Carolina, Massachusetts

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Feb 06 2025HEALTH

Linarin: The Hidden Hero for Kidney Health

Linarin might be a game-changer in kidney health. It's the superstar ingredient in Chrysanthemum indicum L. and is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and kidney-protective powers. Hyperuricemia (HUA) is a condition where uric acid builds up in the body. Over time, this can lead to someth

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Feb 05 2025EDUCATION

Fixing Old Schools: South Carolina's Big Plan

South Carolina's rural schools are facing a big problem. Many of these schools were built a long time ago, and they need some serious repairs. To fix this, the state's Superintendent of Education came up with an idea. She wants to create an "Education Infrastructure Bank" with $100 million. This ban

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Feb 04 2025WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead, but Keep an Eye on the Weather

In South Carolina, folks are enjoying a streak of unseasonably toasty weather at the beginning of the week. Y'all are going to want to reach for your sunscreen to block the UV rays and maybe even a pair of shorts as South Carolina is basking in warm temperatures. While today is sure to be a scorche

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Bugs and Blooms: The Scent That Lures Lygus lineolaris

Lygus lineolaris, a troublemaker pest found all over North America, has a nose for trouble. This bug uses its sense of smell to find its favorite places to eat. Scientists wanted to figure out what smells attract this pest, specifically to crops. The scientists were curious about the smells

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Building a Skilled Team for Health Data

Health systems today hold great promise in using real-time health data to improve care. This is done through a continuous cycle of data analysis, applying insights, getting feedback, and making changes. However, there's a problem: we lack a well-trained team of professionals who can handle this digi

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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Snow Days in South Carolina: How Schools Handle Extreme Weather

South Carolina schools have been relying on e-learning days to keep students engaged during winter storms. But did you know these days are limited? Every school year, districts can only use five e-learning days. This week’s snowstorm means some schools are running out of options to make up for misse

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Digital Data in Health: How Blending Research Styles Promotes Teamwork

In today’s digital era, health research heavily relies on digital data. This shift calls for teamwork across different fields to tackle the tricky methods and hurdles that come with this data. Typically, health research follows a clear, step-by-step path, while data science takes a more flexible, ex

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