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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

Understanding Crime in Adults with Autism: A 10-Year Study in Turkey

Between 2012 and 2022, a study in Turkey examined the criminal behavior of adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and compared them with adults without ASD. The study focused on understanding the differences in offending patterns and clinical characteristics. The records of 11, 583 adults assess

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Lions' Big Win Sets NFL Record with Unique Score

Did you know that the Detroit Lions' win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday was something special? The final score was 52-6, a combination that had never been seen in NFL history before. This unusual score is what's known as a "scorigami. " Scorigamis happen when a game ends with a score that's

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Packers' Impressive Win Over Bears in Week 11: A Riveting Recap

On Sunday, the Green Bay Packers pulled off a nail-biting 20-19 victory against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. This marked their 11th consecutive win over their rival. The game was packed with action and drama, right down to the final seconds. Jordan Love, the Packers' quarterback, spearhe

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Nov 18 2024WEATHER

Local Schools Team Up for Winter Closings

This winter, three nearby school districts are joining forces to keep students safe during bad weather. The districts, St. Cloud Area Schools, Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools, and Sartell-St. Stephen Public Schools, will work together to decide if schools should close due to snow, ice, or other weat

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Nov 18 2024SCIENCE

Peroxisomes: Little Powerhouses and Their Role in Disease

Peroxisomes are tiny organelles that play a big role in our cells. They help protect us from damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are like tiny troublemakers in our bodies. Peroxisomes do jobs like breaking down certain metabolites, making cholesterol, and creating ether phospholipi

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Nov 17 2024POLITICS

College Costs and Voter Divides: Why Education Matters More Than Ever

Have you ever wondered why some people don't see the value in a college education, even though it's getting cheaper? Paul Peterson, a professor at Harvard, says that people might feel like they're not getting enough back, but the data actually shows that a college degree is worth more now than ever

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Boosting Brain Meds: Can Smart Peptides Help?

You know how some medicines don't work as well when you take them by mouth? That's the case with Asenapine maleate, a drug used to treat mental health issues. The problem is, our livers break it down too quickly, so hardly any reaches the blood. Scientists have been trying to fix this by using tiny

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

French Experts Test Stigma Resistance in Psychotic Disorders

Imagine you're living with a mental health condition like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. You might face stigma, which can come from misunderstanding or fear. People in France wanted to measure how well folks with these conditions fight back against stigma. So, they translated a tool called the S

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Elite Athletes and Anxiety: A Hidden Battle

Physical exercise is often touted as a great way to boost mental health. It's even used in treatment plans for common mental health issues. But what about elite athletes? They face unique pressures that can affect their mental well-being. The International Olympic Committee has been raising awarenes

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: A Record-Breaking Fight Outside Vegas

The upcoming boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is turning heads even before the first punch is thrown. Promoters expect around 70, 000 spectators at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, making it the largest non-Vegas boxing gate ever. They've already raked in a whopping $17. 8 million in t

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