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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Costco Cold Medicine Recall: A Closer Look

Imagine finding out that the cold medicine you bought might be contaminated. That's what happened to some Costco customers who purchased Kirkland Signature's Severe Cold & Flu Plus Congestion. The problem? It could contain foreign materials. The recall, announced on Costco's website, affects a speci

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

President Biden Signs Bill to Boost Social Security for Public Workers

President Biden recently signed a bill aimed at boosting Social Security payments for public employees like teachers, firefighters, and police officers. This move affects nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their public service careers. The bill, known as the Social Security Fairness A

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Jan 06 2025WEATHER

Get Ready for a Freeze: North Texas Braces for Cold Snap

North Texas is gearing up for a chilly week ahead. A strong cold front is set to hit the region, bringing temperatures down to freezing levels by Sunday evening. The National Weather Service warns that wind chill could make it feel even colder, dipping into the low teens by nighttime. This cold spel

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Jan 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Metal Pollution in Moscow's Road Dust: A Closer Look

In Moscow, scientists have been investigating the tiny particles of dust that float in the air, specifically those smaller than 1 micron, called PM1. This dust is found in traffic zones, residential parking areas, and parks. They discovered that the types of metals and metal-like substances, or MMs,

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Jan 05 2025SCIENCE

Uncovering Muscle Secrets: 3D Scans & Hominoid Shoulders

Did you know that scientists are using 3D scans to figure out how muscles are attached to bones in our distant relatives, the hominoid primates? These clever folks aren't just making detailed muscle maps for fun; they're trying to understand how well we can predict muscle size just by looking at whe

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Running and Vitamin C: A New Look at Rat Brain Health

Ever wondered how exercise and vitamin supplements could team up to help with Alzheimer's disease? Scientists recently set out to answer this question by studying rats. They wanted to see if eight weeks of running (called aerobic training) along with vitamin C supplements could improve certain signs

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Jan 05 2025OPINION

From Homeless to Mechanic: A Woman's Journey

Imagine being a teenager, homeless, and stuck with a broken-down car. That's how Courtney's story starts. She was 16 when she fell in love with cars, especially her 2004 Ford Mustang convertible. But with no money for repairs, she had to learn to fix it herself. YouTube videos and online forums were

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Uncovering Hidden Harms: Nitrosamines in Medications

You probably know that medications can sometimes have side effects. But do you know about nitrosamines? These are harmful chemicals that can form in drugs. They're not something we want in our medicine. Let's dive into why they're a problem and how we're trying to deal with them. In 2019, some medi

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Picking the Best Surgery: Delta vs. UBE for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Ever had back problems and wondered about the best minimally invasive surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis? Two common options are Delta large-channel endoscopy and unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE). Both aim to minimize tissue damage and speed up recovery, but which one is the best? A recent study

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Jan 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Meghan McCain: Meghan Markle’s Show Misses the Mark

Meghan McCain, known for her outspokenness, has some strong words for Meghan Markle's new Netflix show. The podcast host, who is the daughter of late Senator John McCain, took to a social media platform to express her feelings. She was once a fan of Markle but has since changed her mind. McCain beli

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