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Jan 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

Amazon Deal Alert: Get the Garmin Venu 3S for Less

Recently, Garmin's premium smartwatch, the Venu 3S, has caught the attention of fitness enthusiasts and tech lovers alike. Released at the end of 2023, this watch is perfect for both beginners and seasoned athletes. Currently, the 41mm Venu 3S is available for $349. 99 (originally $449. 99), which i

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Jan 17 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Big Freeze is Almost Here!

Hey, Minnesota! Are you ready to face the frost? Old Man Winter is gearing up for a big chill. So far, this winter hasn't been all snowy, but there have been some frigid days. Now, get ready, because a massive cold wave is heading your way. Paul Douglas, a well-known meteorologist from the Twin Cit

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Jan 17 2025SCIENCE

The Battle Against Cell Culture Contaminants: Kicking Out Mycoplasma

You might be familiar with the tiny, tricky organisms called mycoplasmas. These guys can sneak into cell cultures and cause big problems. Researchers often face up to 35% contamination in their cell lines. Cleaning up these cultures with antibiotics is usually a breeze, except when it comes to bacte

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

The Future of TikTok: A Presidential U-Turn

Mike Waltz, a Florida representative and Trump's pick for national security adviser, recently shared some interesting details about the president-elect's plans for TikTok. Waltz mentioned that Trump is looking into ways to "preserve" the popular app. This news comes after a report from The Washingto

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Balancing Act: Why It's Crucial for Knee Osteoarthritis Management

Believe it or not, standing on both feet isn't just about staying upright. It's key to moving around safely, and it's even more important when you have knee osteoarthritis (OA). That's why improving balance is a big deal in OA treatment. To do this right, we need to measure balance accurately. Ther

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

87 Miners Die in South Africa Mine Standoff: Could Rescue have been Faster?

You might think that when over 200 miners were trapped in an abandoned gold mine in South Africa, the authorities would jump in to help. But that's not what happened. The standoff lasted months, ending with the death of 87 miners. Authorities, instead of aiding the trapped miners, tried to force the

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Measuring Collagen Breakdown After Knee Surgery: A Comparison of Two Methods

Scientists are curious about how well two different tests measure the breakdown of collagen in urine after knee surgery. This study focused on patients who had their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructed. The tests, known as ELISAs, are used to detect the levels of a specific collagen fragm

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Why Pete Hegseth's Defense Nomination Raises Red Flags

Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, has a history that's raising eyebrows. From tattoos linked to white supremacy to a severe drinking problem, and even a rape allegation, his past is controversial. His book, 'The War on Warriors', criticizes women in combat and Geneva conventions. Yet

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Grammys 2025: How to Watch, Who’s Nominated, and Wildfire Relief Efforts

Get ready to watch the 67th Grammy Awards on February 2nd! This year, the ceremony is happening at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles, but there's a twist. The Recording Academy is focusing on helping those affected by the recent Los Angeles-area wildfires. You can catch the main event live on CB

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Jan 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

NVIDIA's New RTX 5090D: AI and Crypto Limits in China

NVIDIA has unveiled the RTX 5090D, a GPU designed for the Chinese market with some unique twists. Unlike its predecessors, this version has restrictions on AI and crypto-mining tasks. After just three seconds of work, the GPU slows down or throttles performance. This means Chinese AI firms might fin

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