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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Texts to the Rescue: Fighting High Blood Pressure in Ethiopia's Northwest

Hypertension is a major health concern in Northwestern Ethiopia. Skipping meds can lead to severe issues. But a simple and affordable solution exists: text reminders. No Wi-Fi needed! Researchers in Gondar set out to see if these digital reminders could help patients stick to their hypertension meds

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court to Decide on Congress' Power Delegation

The Supreme Court has taken on a significant case that questions Congress' ability to give power to federal agencies. This case involves the Universal Service Fund, which provides cheap phone and internet services to rural schools and low-income families. The fund is managed by the Federal Communica

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Nov 23 2024BUSINESS

Ready to Retire? Plan Ahead for Your Small Business

Thinking about retiring? If you own a small business, it's smart to start planning early. Mike Roach, who started Paloma Clothing in Portland, Oregon, knew he had to think about the future when he turned 74. His manager, Traci Burnes, had been crucial in navigating the pandemic, so he decided to off

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Nov 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Gather for The Traitors Season 3: Who Will Deceive?

Get ready for another exciting season of The Traitors! This time, the show has gathered a diverse group of celebrities to compete in the Scottish Highlands. The cast includes reality TV stars, drag queens, and even a famous ex. The game involves contestants, called the Faithful, working together to

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

The Big Debate: How Much Power Can Federal Agencies Have?

The Supreme Court is about to dive into a significant debate that could change how much power federal agencies have. This time, it's about a program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that requires companies to pay for telecommunications services in areas where they're not usually av

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Fast Acting Sedative vs. Classic: Kids' Anesthesia Study

Ever wondered what happens when you need to calm a kid before surgery? Remimazolam, a super-fast-acting sedative, was tested against the classic propofol in a big trial. This study looked at how well these drugs work and how safe they are for kids having elective surgery. Remimazolam is a type of b

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Nov 22 2024SCIENCE

Cleaning Up Sewage: How Tiny Ceramic Powders Help

Ever wondered how we can make sewage treatment more effective? Scientists have discovered that using tiny ceramic powder carriers in a special treatment bed can really make a difference. They tested this method on simulated sewage overflows, and the results were impressive. The ceramic powders, smal

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Nov 22 2024ART

The Hidden Story of Smalt in Rembrandt's Homer

Between 2012 and 2018, researchers worked on a project called REVISRembrandt, which focused on Rembrandt's late painting technique (1651-1669). One interesting fact about his late paintings is his extensive use of smalt, a blue cobalt glass pigment that he often mixed with other colors. Over time, m

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Nov 22 2024CRIME

Jussie Smollett's Hate Crime Hoax Conviction Reversed by Illinois Supreme Court

Actor Jussie Smollett, known for his role in the TV show "Empire, " has had a big legal win. The Illinois Supreme Court decided to overturn his 2021 conviction for faking a hate crime. This all started back in 2019 when Smollett claimed he was attacked by two "white supremacists" in Chicago. It turn

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Nov 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

No Alec Baldwin at Rust Premiere in Poland

The Western movie "Rust, " which stars Alec Baldwin, had its global debut at the EnergaCamerimage film festival in Poland. But the actor wasn't there. Festival director Kazimierz Suwała said inviting Baldwin would've been too much of a distraction. They wanted to focus on honoring the film's late ci

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