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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Imran Khan's Supporters March to Islamabad Despite Blockades

Imran Khan, Pakistan's former prime minister, has been in jail for over a year. His supporters planned a big march to Islamabad to demand his release and changes to the judiciary. The government wasn't happy about this. They blocked highways, cut off internet, and sent thousands of police and soldie

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

Why Are People Leaving Blue States?

In recent times, some blue state governors have been very vocal about their opposition to certain policies, even forming groups to resist them. California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts have been at the forefront of this movement. But there's a catch. People are leaving these sta

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Nov 25 2024SCIENCE

Bugs on the Farm: How Flies Spread Antibiotic Resistance

Did you know that flies on cattle farms could be spreading antibiotic resistance? Let's dive into a study that explored this. Researchers wanted to figure out where antibiotic-resistant bacteria come from on a farm that doesn't use certain strong antibiotics. They tested other things like different

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Week 12 NFL Showdowns: What to Watch for in Sunday's Big Games

As the NFL season nears its end, every game counts more. Teams are scrapping for playoff spots or better draft positions. This week, six teams are taking a break, leaving fans with exciting matchups on Sunday. Let's dive into three key games. First up, the San Francisco 49ers face the Green Bay Pac

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

Discovering a New Antibiotic Resistance Carrier in Swine Waste

Ever heard of Providencia stuartii? It's a type of bacteria that's becoming a big problem in hospitals. Scientists found a tough strain, named MF1, in swine wastewater. When they checked the DNA of this strain, they found lots of genes that help it resist many antibiotics. One of these genes, called

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Unraveling the Potential of Renal Denervation: A New Hope for Tough Hypertension Cases

Imagine you're dealing with high blood pressure that just won't budge, no matter how many pills you take. This is the reality for people with resistant hypertension. They're on all the standard meds like beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, diuretics, and ACE inhibitors or ARBs, but their blood

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Sheep, Goats, and Cows: Fighting Worms in Ethiopia's Shared Pastures

In the heart of Ethiopia, a unique farming system thrives where sheep, goats, and cattle share the same pastures. This communal grazing practice is the backbone of many people's livelihoods. However, a tiny yet powerful foe threatens this sustainable setup: gastrointestinal nematodes, or worms. With

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Nov 24 2024SCIENCE

Watching Worms: How Ivermectin Resistance Changes with Drug Dose

Imagine you're running a massive experiment with tiny worms. You're studying how they evolve resistance to a drug called ivermectin. To do this, you use a cool new tool called TARDIS barcoding. This tool helps you track the worms' genetic lineage, just like a family tree. Why worms? Because the

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Nov 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is Your iPhone Too Close? Here's How It Might Affect Your Eyes

Have you ever noticed how close you hold your iPhone to your face? Well, Apple's latest iOS 17 update has something interesting to say about that. They've introduced a feature called Screen Distance, which is like a little helper reminding you to step back. Health experts, like those at Cedars-Sinai

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Broken Bones and Knee Implants: What's the Link?

Ever wondered why some people with knee implants end up with broken bones? Turns out, it might have something to do with how the implant is placed. A study from a single hospital looked into this issue. They focused on a specific type of knee replacement called the Oxford unicompartmental knee arthr

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