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Oct 25 2025SCIENCE

Mushrooms and Selenium: A Surprising Team

Mushrooms are not just tasty; they can also do some cool chemistry. Two types, Pleurotus ostreatus and Hericium coralloides, can absorb and change selenium, a mineral found in soil. Scientists found that these mushrooms are better at absorbing one form of selenium, called Se(IV), than another form,

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Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Packers and Steelers: A Clash of Titans or a Test of Limits?

The NFL is heating up, and this weekend's spotlight is on the Packers and the Steelers. The Packers, with a solid 4-1-1 record, are known for their late-game heroics, but they've been letting teams hang around longer than they should. The Steelers, on the other hand, have a 4-1 record that's a bit o

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Oct 25 2025HEALTH

Making Things Better Together: A New Way to Design with People Who Have Communication Challenges

People who have trouble speaking or understanding words need special attention when designing services or research projects. This is because most design methods rely heavily on talking and writing. But, there's a way to include them effectively. It's called Experience-Based Co-Design (EBCD). It's be

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Oct 25 2025FINANCE

Biotech Stocks: A Bumpy Ride to Recovery

Biotech stocks have had a rough time since their peak in early 2021. They didn't join the market's rebound in 2022, but this summer brought a change. These stocks are tricky because most of them are in the early stages of development. They often don't have earnings or steady revenue, relying instead

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Oct 25 2025BUSINESS

Cool Tech Plant Opens in Mesa, Promises More Jobs and Growth

Mesa, Arizona, just got a new high-tech neighbor. XNRGY, a company that makes air-cooling systems for data centers, opened its Mesa 1 plant on October 23. This isn't just any plant—it's a big deal for Mesa because it brings high-paying jobs and shows the city's growing importance in the tech world.

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Oct 25 2025BUSINESS

A New Era for Finfare Money: Adro Joins the Team

A big change is happening in the world of fintech. Snowball & Co. , a tech investment company, has taken over Adro, a fintech startup. Adro helps people from other countries who are studying or working in the U. S. manage their money. Now, Adro's team will run Finfare Money, a financial tech company

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Oct 25 2025BUSINESS

UnitedHealth's AI Bet: A Smart Move or Just Another Gamble?

UnitedHealth Group is diving into the world of artificial intelligence with a new tool called Optum Real. This AI system aims to make medical claims processing easier and faster. It translates complex insurance rules into simple instructions, helping doctors and billing teams quickly see if a claim

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Oct 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

Laughing Matters: A Goldmine of Indonesian Comedy Data

In the world of comedy, laughter is the ultimate reward. Now, imagine a treasure trove of laughter, all neatly organized and ready for study. This is exactly what a recent data collection project has achieved, focusing on Indonesian stand-up comedy. The project gathered a massive amount of data fro

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Oct 25 2025HEALTH

Young Minds in Turmoil: Navigating Europe's Mental Health Storm

Europe's youngsters are facing a mental health storm. Many issues are piling up. The COVID-19 pandemic hit them hard. Wars are breaking out more often. The climate is changing fast. Plus, the internet is always there, good and bad. These factors are making life tough for kids and teens. Mental heal

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Oct 25 2025OPINION

Why College Athletes' Pay Should Be Out in the Open

College sports have changed a lot since 2019. The days when athletes played for free while schools and coaches got rich are over. Now, players can earn money from endorsements and even get paid directly by their schools. But there's a catch: no one knows how much these athletes are making. Public u

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