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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

NYC Mayor Adams Seen with Potential Witness at Charity Event

Last month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams made an unexpected appearance at a food giveaway event in Manhattan. The same event was attended by a Turkish businessman named Sezgin Baran Korkmaz, who is involved in a separate legal case. Korkmaz is suspected to be a potential witness against Mayor Adam

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

Heat-Killed Bacteria Alters Zebrafish Body Clock Genes

Inside our bodies, there's something called the circadian clock. It's like a tiny timekeeper that controls our daily rhythms and interacts with our environment. When we talk about infection, it can change how these 'clock' genes work. In zebrafish, this is affected by light. Scientists wanted to see

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

The Power of Plant Combinations in Fighting Malaria

Malaria is still a major health problem in Africa, including Uganda. The parasites are becoming resistant to the main treatments, known as Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy. Scientists are looking for new ways to tackle this issue. In a recent study, researchers combined three plant extracts - A

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

The Rise of Nanozymes: A Global Research Perspective

Nanozymes, tiny materials that mimic enzymes, are becoming big news in science. They combine the best of both worlds: the unique properties of nanomaterials and the helpful functions of enzymes. This is the first time someone has used a special method called bibliometrics to study all the research d

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Fighting Bacterial Resistance with Smart Drugs and AI

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a big problem worldwide. Microbes like bacteria, fungi, and viruses are becoming tougher to kill with our usual medicines. Multidrug Resistance (MDR) happens when these bugs fight back against several drugs at once. The World Health Organization has highlighted the

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

Prof. C. N. R. Rao: A Journey Through Science

Prof. C. N. R. Rao is a name that resonates in the world of science, especially when it comes to solid state chemistry and materials science. His journey is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Karnataka, India, Rao's passion for science began at a young age. He pursued his education in India and th

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

What Kids with Epilepsy Face: Public Perception and Knowledge

Epilepsy in kids raises lots of questions and concerns. So, let's take a look at how the public views childhood epilepsy and how understanding health info (health literacy) might influence those views. Besides, we'll chat about how things like age, education, and gender can play a part too. Health

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

Polar Vortices: A New Discovery in Ferroelectric Materials

Scientists have uncovered fascinating structures called polar vortices and skyrmions in superlattices made of ferroelectric and dielectric materials. These structures lead to new ways polarization can behave, which is exciting news for the world of materials science. The secret to producing these em

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Nov 14 2024SPORTS

Eye Health in Warmblood Horses: A South African Study

Warmblood horses, known for their prowess in equestrian sports, have been the focus of a recent study in South Africa. This research targeted a gap in current knowledge, as no previous studies have specifically looked into the eye health of this breed. The study aimed to shed light on common eye iss

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Nov 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Who's the New Voice of Sylens in Lego Horizon Adventures?

After the sad loss of Lance Reddick, Lego Horizon Adventures has found a new voice for Sylens. The character is now voiced by Tim Russ, known for his role in Star Trek: Voyager. This change was revealed by Eurogamer. Tim Russ has a long history in the entertainment industry, not only from his time o

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