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Dec 09 2024SCIENCE

New Worm Species Found in Poland's Reclaimed Lands

Two new species of Achaeta, a type of small, soil-dwelling worm, have been discovered in southern Poland. These worms are unique because they don't have chaetae, which are tiny bristles found in other annelids. Scientists found these worms in areas that were once mined or burned. They studied both l

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Dec 08 2024HEALTH

The Link Between Cholesterol and Breast Cancer: A Closer Look

Meet Matteo Brindisi and his team, winners of the 2024 Richard Perham prize. Their groundbreaking work, featured in The FEBS Journal last year, sheds new light on how high cholesterol levels can make breast cancer more aggressive. Selected from a list of impressive articles, this research stands out

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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Speedy Gas Blasts in Black Hole Centers

Scientists using XMM-Newton and Suzaku telescopes have spotted super-fast gas clouds near black holes. These clouds, called "Ultra Fast Outflows (UFOs), " zoom out at speeds up to a quarter the speed of light. Researchers studied these clouds in various active galactic nuclei (AGN) to understand the

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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Uncovering Breast Cancer Genes: What's Next for Mexico?

You might think of breast cancer as just one disease, but it's actually a mix of different conditions. Each type is influenced by a web of genes. Scientists have already found some vital genes, like BRCA1 and BRCA2. These have a big impact on who gets breast cancer. But there are also 19 other genes

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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Yeast Cells and Single Molecules: A New Way to Study Sticky Situations

Scientists have come up with a clever method to compare how yeast cells stick together on a large scale with how strongly individual molecules hold on. They used yeast surface display to show off their molecular catch, like a tiny, living display board. By spinning a glass covered in sticky stuff ar

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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

Trust in Science: A Growing Divide in the U. S.

For decades, Americans mostly agreed on one thing: science was trustworthy. But lately, that's quickly changing. People who lean left and right are now seeing science quite differently. This divide didn't happen overnight. It's been growing since the 1990s and picked up speed in 2018. What's causing

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Boise State Steals the Show: Big 12's Playoff Bye Dreams Fade

In college football’s newest postseason extravaganza, Boise State has scored a big win. The Broncos clinched the Mountain West Conference title on Friday night, securing their spot in the sport’s first 12-team playoff. UNLV couldn't keep up, losing 21-7 to the Broncos' Heisman hopeful, Ashton Jeanty

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Dec 07 2024BUSINESS

Two Senators Want Answers: Are Sports Betting Giants Breaking the Law?

Two senators from opposite sides of the aisle have teamed up to investigate if sports betting apps FanDuel and DraftKings are breaking antitrust laws. They've sent a letter to the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) asking them to look into their concerns. Senators Mike Lee (R-

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Dec 07 2024BUSINESS

November Job Report: A Mixed Bag for Workers and Economists

In November, the job market bounced back with 227, 000 new jobs outside the farming sector, a big leap from the revised October figure of 36, 000. This rebound was driven by a drop in labor strikes and severe weather in the Southeast. Healthcare, leisure and hospitality, and government jobs led the

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Dec 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

How TikTok's Short Videos Influence Young Travelers' Decisions

In the ever-evolving tourism landscape, traditional advertising and promotion methods are being replaced by modern media. One such innovation is the rise of short-form videos, like those found on TikTok. These videos are not only brief but also highly engaging, making them an excellent tool for prom

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