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Jul 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Rhys Darby's Mischievous Role in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is back with a twist in its third season, premiering on July 17. The show starts with an intense two-part episode, but quickly shifts to a lighter, romantic tale in “Wedding Bell Blues. ” Nurse Christine Chapel and Spock had a brief romance, but she left him heartbroken

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Jul 17 2025SCIENCE

Making Science Fun: The Hidden Risks of Simplified Learning

Science is often seen as complex and hard to grasp. To make it more appealing, many turn to short, engaging videos. But there's a catch. Making science too simple might lead to the "easiness effect. " This is when people think they understand more than they actually do. This bias has been studied be

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Jul 11 2025RELIGION

A Century Later: The Scopes Trial's Unfinished Business

In 1925, a small town in Tennessee became the center of a big debate. A teacher, John Scopes, was put on trial for teaching evolution. This was a big deal because Tennessee had a law against it. The trial was like a showdown between science and religion. Two famous figures, Clarence Darrow and Willi

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Jul 08 2025SCIENCE

Beat the Heat: A Smart Way to Cool Your Car Without A/C

Hot cars in summer are no joke. The heat can be unbearable, and relying on air conditioning isn't always an option. Maybe your car's A/C is broken, or you want to save energy. Whatever the reason, there's a science-backed trick to cool down your car quickly. Here's how it works: Open the rear passe

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Jul 05 2025LIFESTYLE

The Unlikely Journey of Cool Whip: A Whipped Topping That Stood the Test of Time

Cool Whip has been a staple in American kitchens for decades, thanks to its convenience and adaptability. But what exactly is it, and why do people keep coming back to it? The story of Cool Whip begins with William A. Mitchell, a chemist who had a knack for creating unique food products. He invente

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Jun 30 2025SCIENCE

Pregnancy and the Brain: A Scientist's Self-Experiment

A researcher decided to scan her own brain 26 times to learn more about how pregnancy affects the brain. This is something that hasn't been studied much before. The researcher, who studies learning and memory, had her brain scanned before, during, and after her pregnancy. She wanted to see if there

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Jun 28 2025SPORTS

The Unrealistic Chase: Faith Kipyegon and the Four-Minute Mile

Faith Kipyegon is a top runner, but she didn't break the four-minute mile record. This event was more about marketing than real progress. It showed how companies and media can hype up expectations and oversell what science can do. The idea that Kipyegon could run a mile in under four minutes came f

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Jun 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

M3GAN 2. 0: A Fun Ride Through AI Chaos

M3GAN 2. 0 takes the fun of its predecessor and cranks it up a notch. This time, the story dives into a world where AI isn't just a bit naughty but downright evil. There's a new android in town, Amelia, who wants to take over the world. M3GAN, the beloved AI from the first movie, is back to stop her

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Jun 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Two Icons Chat About Space and Life

In Seattle, a special event brought together two well-known figures: William Shatner, the actor famous for playing Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well-known astrophysicist. They shared a stage to discuss the universe, their lives, and more. The event, called "The Universe Is A

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Stretchy Smart Gel: The Future of Wearable Tech

Hydrogels are a big deal in the world of medical tech. They are flexible and play nice with the body. They can be used to track how the body is doing. But there is a catch. Making them strong, stretchy, and conductive is tough. It is like trying to make a rubber band that can also carry electricity

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