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Jan 01 2025SCIENCE

The Race for Information: How It Competes and Wins

Ever stopped to think about how information moves from one place to another? It's a huge part of our lives and work, and sometimes, different bits of info fight for our attention. This can be useful or it can cause trouble. Scientists designed a special model to figure out this competition. They fou

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Dec 29 2024HEALTH

Why Are Norovirus Cases Spiking This Winter?

This winter, a nasty stomach bug called norovirus is causing a lot of trouble in the United States. According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of outbreaks has jumped from 69 to 91 in just one week. This time last year, we only saw 65 cases. But what exactl

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Unraveling CRISPR's Role in Fighting Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotics have long been heroes in the medical world, battling bacterial infections with ease. But lately, bacteria have started fighting back, leading to a global health concern called antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This means some antibiotics don't work as well as they used to, making it crucia

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Dec 26 2024LIFESTYLE

Transforming Spreadsheets Into Handy Apps: A Pandemic-Inspired Habit

During the pandemic, ordering takeout became a common activity for many families, including a couple who wanted to support local restaurants and avoid the hassle of washing dishes. They realized that relying on delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats wasn't the best way to support local businesses

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Dec 26 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Cowpea Defense: New Pesticide Techniques Against Thrips

Thrips are tiny but mighty pests that wreak havoc on cowpeas in Hainan, China. Traditional pesticide methods often miss the mark because thrips are small and like to hide. Researchers set out to improve pesticide effectiveness by tweaking how and when they're applied. They tested different times of

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Moms and Antibiotics: How Pregnancy Meds Affect Baby's Gut Bacteria

You know how doctors sometimes give moms-to-be antibiotics? Well, recent studies hint that these medicines might mess up the baby's gut bacteria. That's a big deal because those tiny bugs play a huge role in keeping us healthy. When moms take antibiotics, they can pass on the wrong kinds of bacteria

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Running Faster: Do You Need Speedier Feet?

Ever been told to push off faster when sprinting? Turns out, that's solid advice. Recent research shows that the speed of your foot when it hits the ground (called "negative foot speed") really matters. This study used tiny sensors called IMUs, strapped to runners' shoes, to track how foot speed aff

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Dec 21 2024CRIME

Tragic Crime Spree: Four Arrested in North Texas

This week, four people were taken into custody following a crime spree in North Texas. The incident involved a fatal shooting, animal cruelty, and carjacking. The events began at around 3 a. m. on Sunday, when a man named Juan Sosa was found shot in a parked vehicle. Sosa, who was 34, was taken to t

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Dec 21 2024SPORTS

Meet Derek Sprague: The New PGA of America CEO and His Journey

You might have heard about all the changes happening in the PGA Tour lately. With tough competition from Greg Norman and LIV Golf, the American league has been making some big moves to stay ahead. One of the most recent developments is the appointment of a new CEO for the PGA of America. Who's the g

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Ramadan Fasting During Pregnancy: Long-term Health Effects on Kids

Fasting and restricting eating times, like during Ramadan, is known to have health benefits. However, the effects of this practice during pregnancy are still a mystery, especially when it comes to the long-term health of kids after they're born. A recent look at various studies tried to piece togeth

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