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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

The Role of miRNAs in Cancer Drug Resistance: A Closer Look

Cancer is a major health issue worldwide, and breast cancer, in particular, is a significant concern. Despite advancements in treatment and prevention, it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of breast cancer.

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Dec 11 2024TECHNOLOGY

GM Switches Gears on Self-Driving Cars

General Motors (GM) has made a big change in its plans for self-driving cars. Instead of trying to create a fleet of robotaxis that drive themselves, GM will now focus on improving driver-assistance features. This change comes after GM realized that developing a robotaxi service would need a lot of

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Dec 11 2024SPORTS

Who's on Top? NFL Power Rankings Revealed

The Lions are still the kings of the jungle in the NFL power rankings. They've only lost once, making them the team to beat. The Eagles, on the other hand, had a tough time against a weak team, which isn't a good sign for their future games. The Chiefs keep pulling off wins in unexpected ways. Could

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Dec 09 2024EDUCATION

How Teachers and Students See Bullying: Do They Agree?

Imagine you're in a classroom. You're a kid, and you see someone getting picked on. What do you think your teacher should do? Now, imagine you're the teacher. How would you handle this situation? Surprisingly, it turns out that teachers and students might not see eye to eye when it comes to dealing

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Dec 09 2024SCIENCE

AI in Aging: A Peek into the Future

Imagine a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) helps scientists understand aging better than ever before. This field isn't short on data—it's overflowing with it! And that's where AI comes in. Tools like Large Language Models (LLMs) can evaluate geroprotective interventions, those designed to pr

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Sam Darnold Shines in Vikings' Victory

Sam Darnold had a fantastic day, completing 22 of 28 passes for 347 yards and five touchdowns. The Minnesota Vikings easily beat the Atlanta Falcons, 42-21. Jordan Addison and Justin Jefferson also had great games, with Addison catching eight passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns, and Jefferson

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Casualty Numbers: The First Official Report

For the first time, Ukraine has released its total casualties from the ongoing war with Russia. President Zelenskyy announced that the country has lost 43, 000 soldiers on the battlefield, with another 370, 000 wounded. It's important to note that about half of the wounded have returned to service.

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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Editing Grapevines for Better Mildew Resistance

Ever wondered how to make grapevines tougher against disease? Scientists have found a clever way using something called CRISPR/Cas9. By editing two genes, MLO6-7 and NPR3, they've made grapevines more resistant to powdery and downy mildew. The best part? These edited plants can lose the extra gene b

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Dec 07 2024FINANCE

TurboTax in 2025: A Smarter Way to Handle Your Taxes

In 2025, TurboTax is revamping its AI system, Intuit Assist, to make tax filing a breeze. The upgrade allows it to handle a variety of tax documents effortlessly, all while saving users time. New users can also easily transfer their tax info from other services, making the switch hassle-free. Intui

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Medicaid's Battle Against Drug Overdoses

With Medicaid expanding access to addiction treatments, it's crucial to track overdose deaths among beneficiaries. However, surprising as it may seem, no solid data exists yet to keep an eye on this life-threatening issue. Let's dig into why this matters and what might be done about it. First, it's

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