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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

The Leaded Fuel Legacy: A Silent Crisis

Imagine the 1960s and '70s, when cars filled up with gas that seemed ordinary but hid a serious threat: lead. This harmful substance, invisible to the eye, damaged the brains and nervous systems of children born between 1966 and 1970. Fast forward to today, and we're still grappling with the fallout

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Dec 05 2024CELEBRITIES

Haliey's Viral Fame: From TikTok to Crypto

Haliey Welch, better known as "Hawk Tuah Girl, " has taken her viral fame to the next level by diving into the world of cryptocurrency. After her TikTok video blew up, she decided to launch a meme coin called HAWK in December 2024. Her manager, Jonnie Forster, clarified that they're not trying to br

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Dec 05 2024SCIENCE

Mosquitoes in Germany: Chikungunya Virus Carriers with Limited Movement at Low Temperatures

You might have heard of the chikungunya virus (CHIKV). It's a virus spread by mosquitoes, and its cases have been on the rise globally due to changes in climate and increased travel. One of the mosquitoes that can carry this virus is called Aedes albopictus, and it's not native to places like Centra

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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Toll of Fidgeting: A Deep Dive into Misokinesia

Ever noticed how some people just can't stand others' fidgeting? That's misokinesia, and it's more than just an annoyance. It's a real condition that affects people's daily lives. Researchers recently talked to 21 folks from an online support group to understand what it's like living with misokinesi

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Dec 04 2024SCIENCE

Exploring Rats' Baby Bump: How PBDEs Affect Thyroid Hormones in Pregnancy

Every day, we're exposed to chemicals called PBDEs. Though we try to stop using them, they still sneak into our bodies and even into our babies when they're still inside the womb. Scientists studied pregnant rats to see how PBDEs enter the placenta which connects mom and baby. They divided the rats

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Dec 04 2024ENVIRONMENT

Cleaning Up Oil Spills: A New Way with Green Chemicals

Oil spills are a big problem for our planet's water bodies. They hurt marine life and can last for a long time. People have been trying different ways to clean them up, like physical methods, heating, using living organisms, and chemicals. But these don't always work well. Chemical dispersants are p

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

South Korea's Market Wobbles After President Declares Emergency

On Tuesday, South Korean stocks took a hit in U. S. trading after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law. He said this step was needed to protect the country from "communist forces" amid debates over a budget bill in parliament. The iShares MSCI South Korea ETF, which tracks large an

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Dec 03 2024HEALTH

Exploring Opera's Impact on Mental Health Awareness

Imagine watching an opera where the lead character has schizophrenia. This isn't just a story—it's a real-life journey of Elyn Saks, who went from experiencing psychosis to teaching law and finding love. A university decided to bring this story to life and study its impact. They held live performanc

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

Musk and Ramaswamy's Mission: Save Money, Solve Woes

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are on a mission to find and fix the most wasteful parts of the government. They believe they can save the US billions of dollars each year. This isn't easy, but if they succeed, it could help many Americans live better lives. President Trump once said their Department

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Dec 03 2024BUSINESS

The Impact of Migrant Workers' Job Choices on Their Families' Well-being

In recent years, China has been promoting entrepreneurship and innovation among migrant workers. This has led many to consider starting businesses in their hometowns or moving back to their registered communities for work. But does this choice affect their families' living standards? Let's dive into

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