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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and partner violence: Who do women ask?

guess you’ve ever been in such a frightening situation. Throughout the globe, expectant women are subject to a silent yet fierce battle. Intimate partner violence (IPV) isn't just a problem in one city or country but is in fact widespread. Being pregnant and facing abuse at the hands of a trusted

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Feb 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nvidia's New GPUs: Are They Worth The Cash?

Right now, the video game world is buzzing with talk about NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs. These high-powered graphics cards are causing some serious head scratching. Why would a tech celebrity, like Edward Snowden, be talking about them? The price tags are sky-high. The RTX 5080 is listed

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Why is Elon Musk Poking Around the Treasury?

Things got heated at the Treasury Department recently. On Friday, news broke that David A. Lebryk, a respected career staffer, abruptly retired. Why? Was it because he was getting tired of the work? No way. Others say he left because of a power struggle. It was between him and the Department of Gove

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Are Invisible Helpers Getting the Support They Need?

Living with a chronic illness is tough. We've all heard that. But what about the people who are left carrying the brunt around? They are the friends or family who know best how to help the patient as they deal with wheezing and gasping. They are the breathing helpers. These informal carers. And thei

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Powering Up Maize Seeds for Cold Resistance

Picture this: a high voltage field is applied to seeds in a way similar to a bolt of electricity from a puzzle box like in some movies, but in actuality much gentler. These fields are about strengthening maize seeds, making them more resilient to the elements and originally tested on the ef

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Feb 02 2025ENVIRONMENT

Solar Drying of Sewage Sludge: A Balancing Act

The world's water treatment plants churn out a mountain of sewage sludge every day. This stuff is a hassle to manage and dispose of safely because it's messy and expensive. The sun is powerful. A lot of people have been thinking about using it to dry out this sludge. This is the process of using

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

How Are Scientists Solving Drought Issues with Maize?

Drought in sub-Saharan Africa is a huge problem that impacts how maize grows and reduces the harvest. Dealing with drought is complex because many different genes are involved. That's why scientists tried something new. Researchers took 236 different types of corn and tested them in multiple

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

Will the Weather Steal the Show at This Year's Pebble Beach Pro-Am?

Pebble Beach, California, is known for its unpredictable weather. The latest forecasts are anything but reassuring as the final round of the 2025 PGA Tour Event approaches, Thicker clouds and possible thunderstorms are expected, with temperatures ranging from a chilly low of 52°F (11°C) to

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Uncovering the Roots of Negative Feelings in Adults

Ever wondered why some people seem to be stuck in a cycle of negative emotions? They feel more distressed and have a harsher view of themselves. What pulls them into this trap? Researchers have discovered that tree-based models can help identify what's going on. These models are l

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

A High-Stakes UFC Clash and a Debate on the Winner

Merab Dvalishvili came out on top in the UFC 311 event, but a lot of people are still talking about it. They are questioning whether the right fighter was declared the winner. Umar Nurmagomedov, Dvalishvili’s opponent, was favored by many fans and experts in the early rounds. The first two rounds w

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