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Dec 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Chornobyl's Protective Shield Takes a Hit

The Chornobyl nuclear plant, a site of a massive nuclear disaster in 1986, is in the news again. This time, it's not about the disaster but about the protective shield built to contain radioactive material. The shield, finished in 2019, has taken a hit from a drone strike. The International Atomic E

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

CT Scans: A Double-Edged Sword in Medical Imaging

CT scans are a crucial tool in modern medicine, but their widespread use comes with a hidden cost. These scans use X-rays to create detailed images of the body, helping doctors diagnose a wide range of conditions. However, the radiation from these scans can potentially cause cancer. Recent resear

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Mar 19 2025HEALTH

How Nature's Colors Can Shield Your Skin From Sun Damage

The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays pose a serious threat to skin health. They can cause sunburns and even lead to skin cancer. Most treatments today focus on easing symptoms, but there's a growing interest in finding new ways to tackle these issues. Enter xanthophylls, a group of natural pigments found

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Sep 15 2024SCIENCE

Editing Humanity for Space: A Leap of Faith or a Giant Step?

As we contemplate the possibility of establishing human settlements on the Moon, Mars, and beyond, a crucial debate is unfolding. Should we prioritize robotic exploration or human missions? The answer lies in the realm of gene editing, a technology that has revolutionized our ability to alter human

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