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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Laser Surgery through the Nose: A Novel Way to Treat Vocal Cord Narrowing

Imagine trying to perform a delicate surgery on the vocal cords without being able to see them clearly. This was the challenge faced by doctors treating a 56-year-old man with a narrowed vocal cord condition known as posterior glottic stenosis (PGS). Instead of using the usual method of suspension l

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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Solid Psychology: A Path Beyond Mandates

Some people think that making preregistration a rule is the way to go to fix the replication crisis in psychology. But I and others believe this isn't the best solution. Instead, let's focus on three key areas to create strong and long-lasting psychological research. First, we need to know how to c

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

The Role of Neighborhoods and Homes in Teen Sedentary Habits

You might think that teens spend a lot of time sitting around because they choose to. But a recent study across 14 countries suggests that where they live and how their homes are set up could have a bigger impact than we thought. Over 12, 000 parents and teens were asked about their neighborhoods an

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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

Exploring AFM's Dual Role in Biology

Atomic Force Microscopy, or AFM, is like a tiny detective in the world of biology. It works by gently prodding surfaces with a super-sharp tip, giving scientists an incredibly close look at things too small to see with regular microscopes. Over time, scientists have gotten better at understanding ho

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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Why Sculpting Sports Stars Can Be a Challenge

Sculpting statues of sports stars might seem like a straightforward task, but it turns out there's more to it than meets the eye. Take a look at some famous examples: the Harry Kane statue in London was compared to a comic strip character, the Dwyane Wade sculpture in Miami resembled actor Laurence

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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Bullying in Tanzanian Medical Schools: What's the Story?

Ever wondered what's happening behind the scenes in Tanzanian medical schools? Well, academic bullying is on the rise, and it's affecting students in a big way. Globally, this issue is getting worse, with the percentage of students experiencing it going from 27% to as high as 99. 1%. But, what about

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Nov 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Grab a PS5 for Cheap This Black Friday

Have you been eyeing a new PlayStation 5? Black Friday offers some awesome deals! Right now, you can snag a PS5 Digital Edition for just $374, which is $75 off its regular price. Retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, and Sony’s own store are all running this promotion. Want the version with a disc drive

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Nov 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Discounted Adventure: Zelda's Latest Drops to $30

Finding a great deal on Nintendo Switch games, especially popular ones like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, isn't easy. But this Black Friday, Walmart's dropping the 2023 Game of the Year contender to just $30, a whopping $40 off its original price. This is a significant shift from the us

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Self-Harm Among Teens with Eating Disorders: A Closer Look

Eating disorders and self-harm without suicidal intent often start during teenage years. When these issues happen together, it can lead to more severe symptoms and a higher risk of suicide. This study looks into how common self-harm is among young people who have eating disorders. Researchers combi

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Nov 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Top Mech Games You Can't Miss!

Mech games often get overlooked, but they offer a ton of variety. They first appeared in old novels and gained fame through manga and anime. Today, they're a staple in sci-fi games. Some top picks include titles like BattleTech, where you command mechs in a Game of Thrones-like war. Daemon X Machina

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