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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Cognitive Decline in MS: Differences Between Progressive and Relapsing-Remitting Forms

Do you know that multiple sclerosis (MS) can affect your brain in different ways? People with progressive MS (PMS) might face a unique set of challenges compared to those with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS). Scientists are still trying to figure out if PMS patients have a distinct pattern of brain is

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Chicago Students React to Trump's Ed Nominee

In the halls of William Howard Taft High School, a student named Alexandria Sanchez feels scared about what President-elect Donald J. Trump's education plans could mean for her family. Her father is undocumented, and she worries about potential deportations. Sanchez is new to politics but believes i

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Science Under Fire: A Global Battle

Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

The Fight Against Worms: Challenges and Chances in Ghana

Every year, many children in Ghana face serious health issues due to worm infections like schistosomiasis (SCH) and soil-transmitted helminths (STH). These infections are still common, even after years of efforts by the Ghana Health Service and other groups to control and eliminate them. This study

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Nov 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Pomeranian's Sudden Death After Crypto-Fueled Mayor Race Scandal

Bertie, a beloved Pomeranian known for his adorable looks and nearly 400, 000 Instagram followers, has passed away. He was 11 years old. Bertie became the center of a surprising event when cryptocurrency enthusiasts tried to rig an online dog mayor election in New York City. A mysterious tech geek c

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Nov 21 2024SCIENCE

Muscles Remember HIIT: A Genetic Trick

Ever wondered if your muscles have a memory? Well, they do! Scientists found that muscles remember high-intensity interval training (HIIT). This means that even if you stop HIIT for a while, your muscles still remember the workouts. You might be thinking, "How did they figure this out? " The resear

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Nov 21 2024CRIME

Parent's Role in Teen Shooter Case: What You Need to Know

Colin Gray, father of the alleged Apalachee High School shooter, has pleaded not guilty to charges linked to the deadly shooting last September. His attorney, Jimmy Berry, entered the plea on Gray's behalf, waiving a formal arraignment. Gray faces serious charges, including second-degree murder and

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Mexico's Melanoma Battle: Dermoscopy to the Rescue

Melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer, is causing quite a stir in Mexico. It's the third most common skin cancer there, and sadly, it accounts for a whopping 75% of skin cancer deaths. So, what's being done to tackle this? Enter dermoscopy, a clever tool that's helping doctors spot melanoma early.

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Nov 21 2024SPORTS

How Big a Deal is Texas's Schedule Strength?

Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian isn't too worried about what the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee looks for in their rankings. He's more focused on playing good football. The Longhorns, ranked third, have two big games left against Kentucky and Texas A&M. Their schedule strength isn't g

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Me/CFS: A New Online Learning Adventure for Kids, Teens, and Their World

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a tricky condition that can make life tough for kids and teens. It affects their daily lives in a big way, and there's no clear treatment. One thing that's been missing is good education for these young patients and the people around the

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