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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Bed Sores After Spinal Cord Injury: Impact on Recovery

Cervical spinal cord injuries can lead to various complications, one of which is pressure ulcers, or bed sores. These sores are not only common but also trigger an increase in body-wide inflammation. This heightened inflammation can disrupt the natural healing process of the nervous system, which is

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Dec 06 2024OPINION

Republicans Face Off: Trump’s Picks vs. D. C. 's Old Guard

The recent election results were clear: people wanted change. Yet, some Republican senators aren’t on board. They’re blocking President Trump’s cabinet picks, that would bring in a new and needed watchdog mentality. Matt Gaetz for attorney general and Pete Hegseth for defense secretary were solid ch

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Dec 06 2024SPORTS

The Day Army Had a Tough Season

In the world of sports, some days are memorable for the wrong reasons. One such day was December 6, 2003. On this day, the Army football team made history by finishing the season with a record of 0-13. This was the first time any major college team had ended a season without a single win. It was a t

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Why Do Older Americans Still Struggle with Health Care Costs?

In the United States, health insurance doesn't guarantee affordable care, especially for older adults. While most Americans over 65 have Medicare, high out-of-pocket costs still make healthcare difficult to afford. A study by The Commonwealth Fund compared the U. S. with nine other wealthy countries

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Dec 06 2024CRIME

The Puzzling Murder: A New York Enigma

Imagine this: in the middle of busy New York City, a man named Brian Thompson was shot and killed. He was the big shot at UnitedHealthcare. What makes this tragic event even more mysterious? The bullets that took his life had unusual markings. They were engraved with the words "deny, " "defend, " an

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's Highs and Lows: Who Won Big and Who Fell Flat in 2024

2024 was a mixed bag for Hollywood. Some big names took huge risks and faced big losses. Francis Ford Coppola, known for his bold filmmaking, decided to sell his wine business and invest over $100 million into a new film, Megalopolis. Unfortunately, it bombed at the box office, earning only $12 mill

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Dec 05 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Paul Robinson's Three Decades at Warner Music Group to Be Honored

Get ready to celebrate Paul Robinson, the executive vice president and general counsel of Warner Music Group, at the upcoming 2025 Grammy Week luncheon! The Recording Academy's Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) will be hosting this special event on January 31 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverl

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Dec 04 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Day Lord of the Rings Got Washed Out

John Rhys-Davies, who played Gimli in Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy, shared an interesting story at Fan Expo in San Francisco. He revealed that filming wasn't always smooth sailing, especially when it came to the weather. Once, while shooting in New Zealand's South Island, a massive rain

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Biden's Debt Plan: Sparking Conversations

President Biden's proposal to eliminate student debt has caused quite a stir. Representative Virginia Foxx from North Carolina wrote to Education Secretary Miguel Cardona with concerns. She questions if the Education Department has the right to cancel loans without a solid reason. Foxx fears this co

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Dec 03 2024HEALTH

Ultrasound: The Secret to Better Brain Treatments

Brain disorders are tough to treat. One big reason is the blood-brain barrier (BBB). It's like a security guard that keeps many medicines out of the brain. So, conventional treatments aren't always effective. But, there's a new approach that's making waves. It uses focused ultrasound (FUS) to tempor

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