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Feb 03 2025HEALTH

The Hazardous Pioneer of PFAS: Uncovering Their Toxic Effects on the Human Liver

First, let's talk about PFAS. These are chemicals that are used in various products, including Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFFs). AFFFs are made up of complex mixtures and are used to fight fires. They are designed to save lives, but they have a dark side. Firefighters rely on AFFFs to put out

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

NBA Trade Deadline: What's Next for the Teams?

The NBA trade deadline is fast approaching, and that means there's going to be something major going on. We can't say who will end up where. With a lot of teams looking to make moves. The focus is on the players swap. Important players are in high demand. The Golden State Warrior

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Feb 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Spice Up Your Night with Grammy 2025 Performers

The Grammy's are fast approaching for 2025. The show will be hosted by Trevor Noah at Los Angeles’ Crypto. com Arena. If you're into pop or rock or everything in-between, this year's Grammy has you covered. For starters, let’s talk about the artists. There's a jam-packed lineup. Billie Eilish is b

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Endometriosis Battles: The Power of Social Media in Spreading the Word

Given the prevalence of a condition does not equal widespread understanding of it. There is no cure for endometriosis, one might assume that it would be the target of intense research and funding. After all, it affects tens of millions of women worldwide. However, this seems to be not the c

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

A Major Shake-up at America's Top Law Enforcement

FBI's own top brass is being shuffled, like a deck of cards . Think about that. Imagine changing the team's top players mid-season Hess is has vanished with barely a good-bye. This change felt so sudden and unexpected, it left a big hole in the FBI's Washington Field Office. the W

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Doug Burgum: From Governor to Interior Boss

Doug Burgum, a former North Dakota governor, secured a new role as interior secretary. The confirmation came on a Thursday night. He's the guy that President Donald Trump picked to speed up the fossil fuel industry. The Senate agreed with a 79-18 vote. Most Senate Democrats and all Republicans backe

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

The Missing Pieces in Sports Medicine

Sports medicine is a thrilling field. But, there's a problem. It's not as diverse as the U. S. population. The study took a close look at sports medicine trainees from two time periods. The first was from 2010 to 2015, and the second was from 2016 to 2021. There were over 3, 000 trainees in total.

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Texas Lawmakers Push for Big Changes: What to Watch

Texas state senators have big plans for the upcoming legislative session. They're focusing on key issues. These include property tax cuts and new programs for schools. They've also turned their attention towards issues such as restrictions around THC products derived from hemp. At the top

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Meet the New DC Prosecutor Who Once Defended Jan. 6 Rioters

Ed Martin, a conservative activist, has taken the helm as the interim U. S. attorney for the District of Columbia. Martin was once a staunch supporter of Donald Trump's false claims about the 2020 election and represented some of the rioters who stormed the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. His appo

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

The Surprising Discovery of a Mature Teratoma after SVC Obstruction in an Infant

Ever heard of a tumor that causes a lot of trouble before it's even discovered? That's what happened to an infant who unexpectedly faced superior vena cava (SVC) obstruction. SVC is a crucial vein that carries blood to the heart from the head and arms. This infant's trouble started when their perica

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