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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Knee Replacement Options: Metal vs. Plastic - Long-Term Results

You know how knee replacements can really change your life? Well, there are two main types of UKA implants for knee arthritis or bone death: metal-backed (MB) and all-polyethylene (AP). This study looked at 74 people over 16 years to see how these two types compared. Let's dive in! First off, what'

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Dec 27 2024POLITICS

Germany's President Calls for New Elections in February

Germany's President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has decided to dissolve the country's parliament and call for new elections on February 23. This move comes after Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government lost a confidence vote and collapsed due to disputes over the economy. Steinmeier believes that a new el

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Dec 27 2024BUSINESS

Small Businesses Get a Break: Court Halts Reporting Rule

In a recent turn of events, the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has stepped in to help small businesses. The court has decided to temporarily block a rule that would have required small businesses to report information about their owners. This rule, part of the Corporate Transparency Ac

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Why Some Centenarians Avoid Parkinson's Disease: A Closer Look

Recent findings in brain health are moving away from just diagnosing movement issues like Parkinson’s Disease (PD), focusing more on how to manage them effectively. This shift is happening because PD is becoming more common worldwide due to people living longer. One curious fact is that centenarians

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Dec 27 2024SCIENCE

Stopping Mango Rot: An Essential Oil's Surprising Effect

Did you know that essential oils can save mangoes from rotting? Scientists found that a tiny molecule called trans-2-hexenal, which is part of many plant oils, can stop a nasty fungus called Neofusicoccum parvum from making mangoes go bad. This fungus is a big problem for mango farmers, but this lit

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Dec 27 2024BUSINESS

The Quiet Giant: Richard Parsons' Legacy

Richard Parsons, a towering figure in the media world, has passed away at the age of 76. Known for his calm demeanor and strategic mind, Parsons left his mark on companies like CBS, Citigroup, and the LA Clippers. He was often called upon to steady the ship during turbulent times. Parsons battled tw

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Dec 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Secret Behind Kevin's Parents' Job in Home Alone

For years, fans of "Home Alone" have wondered how the McCallister family could afford their massive Chicago mansion. Director Chris Columbus finally revealed the jobs of Kevin's parents, making it clear that they weren't part of any organized crime scene. Catherine O'Hara's Kate McCallister was a su

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Dec 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Say Goodbye to Annoying HDR Content with One UI 7

Imagine this: you're scrolling through Instagram at night, and suddenly, an HDR video blasts your eyes with bright highlights. Annoying, right? Samsung is about to change that with their upcoming One UI 7 update. This new software for Galaxy phones will include a handy feature called "Super HDR. " D

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Dec 26 2024HEALTH

Does Medicaid Expansion Lower Rates of Intimate Partner Violence?

Intimate partner violence, or IPV, is a serious problem in the United States. About half of all women experience it at some point in their lives. This can lead to physical and mental health issues. Most prevention efforts focus on individual and family-level solutions. But what about bigger policy c

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Dec 26 2024HEALTH

Two Decades of Laparoscopic Surgery Videos: YouTube vs. WebSurg

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a common surgery globally, has seen a surge in educational videos online. Platforms like YouTube and WebSurg offer these videos, but their quality can be hit or miss. This study looked at how the quality of these videos has changed over the past 20 years and compared th

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