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Mar 29 2025HEALTH

Unusual Pituitary Tumors: A Surgical Challenge

Pituitary tumors, also known as PitNETs, are usually easy to remove. But sometimes, they have weird features. These features make surgery much harder. For instance, they might spread widely inside the skull. Or, they might have a tough, fibrous texture. They could also have an odd shape, wrap around

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Mar 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Tiny Plastic Pollution Affects Ocean Life

The ocean's carbon cycle could be greatly affected by nano and microplastics. These tiny plastic particles are everywhere in the marine environment. Copepods are tiny ocean creatures that play a big role in moving carbon from the surface to the deep ocean. They do this by producing fecal

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Mar 28 2025SPORTS

Memphis Grizzlies: New Coach, New Hope?

The Memphis Grizzlies have made a big move. They fired their head coach, Taylor Jenkins, with just nine games left in the regular season. This decision came as a shock to many, especially since Jenkins had been the most successful coach in the franchise's history. The team is currently 44-29, sittin

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Mar 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Way to Walk: The Challenge of Baby Steps

The game Baby Steps is a unique experience that starts with a simple task: getting a character named Nate to walk. This isn't your typical walking simulation, though. Players must control Nate's legs using bumpers and triggers, making even the simplest movements a challenge. This control scheme is r

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Health Shake-Up: Big Changes Ahead for Federal Health Workers

A significant overhaul is underway at the Health and Human Services (HHS) department. The federal agency is set to shrink dramatically. About 10, 000 full-time jobs are on the line. This is part of a broader plan to downsize or close several divisions within the HHS. The goal is to streamline ope

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Mar 28 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway's Controversial Producer Scott Rudin Makes a Comeback

Scott Rudin, a big name in Broadway, is making a comeback after a four-year break. This break came after serious claims of mistreating his employees. He is now planning several new shows. This includes a play called "Little Bear Ridge Road" by Samuel D. Hunter. It is set to open this fall. The p

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Mar 28 2025SCIENCE

How Plants Decide When to Make Seeds

Plants have a smart way of deciding when to produce lots of seeds. This isn't a random process. It's all about timing and resources. Plants like snow tussocks and European beech have a strategy. They pay close attention to weather patterns and their own energy levels. This helps them figure out the

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Mar 28 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather Warnings: What to Expect in Baton Rouge

Weather patterns in Baton Rouge are set to shift, bringing a mix of rain and warmth over the next few days. This change might disrupt some outdoor plans, especially for those looking to enjoy the weekend. The weather will be quite changeable, so it is best to stay informed and flexible. The weekend

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Veterans' New Health Plan Options: What's the Deal?

Veterans have a new option for health coverage. These are called Veteran Medicare Advantage affinity plans, or VMAPs. They are designed to attract veterans, including those who already have the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) coverage. This is a big change. Before this, there wasn't much in

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Organ Donation Gone Wrong: A Rare Rabies Case

A person from Michigan has sadly passed away due to rabies. This is unusual because the disease was not caught from an animal bite. The person got rabies from an organ transplant. The transplant happened in Ohio, in a county just south of the Michigan border. The person died in January, but the tran

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