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Mar 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Space Station Tech Gets a Boost from Military Funding

Gravitics, a firm known for building parts for space stations, has just scored a big deal. They won an award from the Space Force to use their tech for quick space missions. This isn't just any award. It's called a STRATFI, and it's worth up to $60 million. The Space Force puts in half, and Gravitic

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Mar 26 2025SCIENCE

Unwanted Visitors: How Bugs Change Your Ziziphi Spinosae Semen

Ziziphi spinosae semen, or ZSS, is a popular edible and medicinal substance. Unfortunately, it often gets invaded by a pest called Plodia interpunctella during storage. This invasion can alter the chemical makeup of ZSS. So, researchers decided to investigate how this pest affects the chemical prope

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Mar 25 2025CRIME

DNA Testing: A Tool to Protect NYC's Youth

New York City's young people are facing serious trouble. Over the past few years, the number of minors falling victim to major crimes has skyrocketed by 71%. This isn't just about individual incidents; it's a broader issue where teens influence each other into harmful behaviors. Last year alone, the

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Mar 25 2025HEALTH

City Chaos and Young Brains: A Hidden Connection

The hustle and bustle of city life might be doing more than just causing stress. Traffic, with its constant noise and polluted air, could be changing the brains of young people. This isn't just about short-term effects. It's about long-lasting changes that happen over time. Young people growing up

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Mar 25 2025SCIENCE

Unseen Costs: The Hidden Toll of War on Russian Men

The Russo-Ukrainian war has had a significant impact on Russia's male population. The numbers are staggering. The war has led to a noticeable increase in deaths among young Russian men. This increase is evident across all age groups from 15 to 49. The data comes from official mortality statistic

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Mar 25 2025SPORTS

Anthony Davis: The Mavericks' Comeback Star

Anthony Davis is set to return to the court for the Dallas Mavericks. This will be his first game back since February 8th, when he sustained a groin injury. He is eager to join his team against the Brooklyn Nets. The Mavericks have had a tough season. They have been hit hard by injuries. Their star

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Mar 25 2025POLITICS

Fighting for Venezuelan Rights in the U. S.

A big court battle is happening in San Francisco. Lawyers are fighting for Venezuelan immigrants. They want a judge to stop a plan that could kick out nearly 350, 000 people. These people are in the U. S. legally. They have something called Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This status lets people f

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Mar 25 2025CRIME

A Former Champion's Downfall

A former UFC heavyweight champion is going to prison. Cain Velasquez, 42, was sentenced to five years after a lengthy legal battle. The court case finally wrapped up in San Jose, California. Velasquez was involved in a high-speed car chase in 2022. He shot at a vehicle carrying three people, includi

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Mar 24 2025POLITICS

The Former President's Unhappy Portrait

The former president of the United States, Donald Trump, has recently expressed his displeasure with a portrait of himself. This artwork is displayed in the Gallery of Presidents at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver. The portrait, created by artist Sarah Boardman, has been hanging there since 201

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Mar 24 2025HEALTH

Fabry Disease: How Nutrition and Exercise Can Make a Difference

Fabry disease is a genetic disorder that can affect many parts of the body. This condition can cause problems with how the body processes certain fats. This can lead to a buildup of these fats in various organs, including the kidneys, heart, and brain. It is crucial to understand how this disease

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