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Jan 18 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Ocean Bacteria's Secret Weapon for Recycling Old Batteries

Have you ever wondered how we can recycle old batteries in an eco-friendly way? Scientists have found an interesting solution using ocean bacteria called Pseudomonas sp. These tiny creatures produce special molecules called siderophores, which can help extract precious elements from spent Nickel-Met

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Jan 17 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Well Do Yellow River Basin Residents See Nature's Benefits?

Imagine you're living along the Yellow River in China. How much do you think the river and its surroundings help your daily life? This study explored how well the river basin's ecosystem services match what locals think. Ecosystem services, or ESs, are the goodies nature provides, like clean water,

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Discovering Value: Voices of People with Intellectual Disabilities in Flemish Care

Imagine you're in a Flemish residential care facility. Ten people with intellectual disabilities were asked about the most important things in their lives and what they thought about managing their own support. They used photos to tell their stories. Their photos and conversations told us something

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Trump Picks Hollywood Stars as Industry Boosters

President-elect Donald Trump chose actors Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as his "Special Ambassadors to Hollywood. " His aim? To help the movie business bounce back after COVID and strike issues. The trio, who publicly praise Trump, will serve as his "eyes and ears" in the entertainm

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Joe Biden's Term: A Tale of Democratic Elites and Lost Democracy

Joe Biden's presidency has been anything but typical. It's been more like a gap between two eras, with no clear leader in charge. The famous sign on Harry Truman's desk said, "The buck stops here. " But where did the responsibility end with Joe Biden? Voters didn't ask for a president who wasn't up

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Biden's Final Act: A Divided Nation and Partisan Woes

As Joe Biden’s time in the Oval Office comes to an end, there's a mix of emotions and tensions. He pledged to unite the country and strengthen his party, but instead, Americans feel divided, and his party is bruised. Many Democrats blame him for not stepping down earlier, which might have allowed an

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

The Unexpected Side Effect of Long-Term Dialysis Catheters

Imagine leaving a straw in a juice box for too long. Eventually, the juice starts to thicken and clog the straw, making it hard to suck up any liquid. In a similar way, a dialysis catheter that stays in the body for too long can cause problems. This tiny tube is inserted into a large vein to remove

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Biden's Farewell: A Look Back and Ahead

President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address from the Oval Office, reflecting on his presidency and expressing concerns about the future. He warned of the dangers posed by extreme wealth and power, comparing today's issues to the warnings of past presidents. Biden also highlighted his administ

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Jan 16 2025SPORTS

Why AJ Brown Reads Books on the Sideline

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown isn't bothered by critics who slammed him for reading a book on the sideline during a playoff game against the Green Bay Packers. Brown, a three-time All-Pro, is known for bringing a book called Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy to every game. His teammates ev

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Jan 16 2025CRYPTO

Trump's Presidency Fuels Crypto Optimism

For the cryptocurrency community, Donald Trump's inauguration signifies a long-awaited end to regulatory challenges faced during the Biden administration. The crypto world is welcoming this presidency with open arms, hoping for policy changes that legitimize their industry. Trump's appointment of cr

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