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Dec 14 2024BUSINESS

Speeding Up Truck Payments: A Look at Instant Payment Tech

In the world of trucking, getting paid quickly has always been a challenge. The freight industry often relies on factoring to ensure carriers get their money fast. But this process hasn't changed much over the years, and it still faces delays, especially over weekends and holidays. One company, Out

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

Afghanistan Withdrawal: Blinken's Late Admission

Secretary of State Antony Blinken finally acknowledged Wednesday that he and President Biden might share some responsibility for the deadly Kabul airport attack in 2021, which took the lives of 13 U. S. service members. During his congressional testimony, Blinken expressed regret, saying, "I deeply

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

The Fast Track to Mental Health: A Look at LA’s Rapid Diversion Program

Ever wondered what it takes to help folks with mental health struggles avoid going to jail? The Los Angeles County Rapid Diversion Program, or RDP, is doing just that. Launched in 2019, this program is different from the usual way of handling pretrial mental health cases. It's running in seven court

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Dec 12 2024POLITICS

What Makes Political Debates Personal: A Multimedia Perspective

Ever wondered what makes parliamentary debates feel so emotional? A new study is exploring this through a unique lens. Researchers are looking at how the mix of sounds, images, and actions in debates can sway viewer feelings. They've chosen Germany's Bundestag and Poland's Sejm to dive deep. It's no

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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

The Impact of Boosting or Keeping Training Volume on Male Athletes

Imagine you're a seasoned weightlifter, wondering if ramping up your training volume can help you bulk up or improve your strength. A study took a look at this exact question, splitting 55 men into groups that either kept their existing workout volume or increased it by 30% or 60%. Over eight weeks,

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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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