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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

“Boosting CEST MRI: A New Way to Optimize Scans”

CEST MRI, or Chemical Exchange Saturation Transfer MRI, is like a super sensitive tool that helps scientists peek into the tiny changes happening inside our bodies. But the signal it detects is really small, only a few percent of the main signal. So, scientists need a smart way to boost this signal

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Why America's Healthcare System Needs a Check-Up

Let's talk about the U. S. healthcare system. It's not working well, and it's not the fault of any one company. The real issue lies in how the system is set up. Other developed countries offer basic healthcare to everyone, and their people are happy to pay taxes for it. But not in the U. S. Here, ma

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

SMU's Big Challenge: Weather and Crowds at Penn State

The SMU Mustangs are gearing up for their first College Football Playoff game against Penn State. They're not just worried about the Nittany Lions' talent, but also the intense environment at Beaver Stadium. With a capacity of over 106, 000, it's one of the toughest places to play in college footbal

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Musical Messages: African Children's Choir on Tour

The African Children's Choir is gearing up to delight audiences across the United States and Canada with their beautiful voices and inspirational performances. On January 31, 2023, they'll be in a city near you, sharing their talent and story. This event is more than just a concert; it's a powerful

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Dec 16 2024CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big Year: Will States Jump On Board in 2025?

The future of bitcoin is looking bright. With the new presidential administration in 2024, we might see a surge in crypto-friendly policies. Some states are already considering bills to make their laws more open to cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. Many people believe that bitcoin is a great way to pro

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Patients' Views on Early Detection of Colorectal and Prostate Cancers Over 12 Years

Imagine walking into your doctor's office for a routine check-up. You might not give much thought to the early detection methods for serious diseases like colorectal cancer (CRC) and prostate cancer (PCa). But what if we told you that a study has been keeping an eye on what patients think and do abo

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Operating on Sleep: A Decade-Long Look at OSA Surgeries

What happens when you try to fix snoring and breathing problems during sleep with surgery? This study takes a long look at what surgeons did to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the United States from 2004 to 2020. They dived into a big healthcare database to see how many surgeries were done an

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Prostate Cancer Treatment: When Less is More

Ever wondered how long a man with prostate cancer should live to choose less aggressive treatment? That’s what researchers are trying to figure out. They’re looking into how patients feel about the balance between risk of cancer death and nasty side effects from treatment. The goal? To find out at w

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Big News and Local Happenings: A Week in Review

This week, the world watched as a major political shift occurred in Syria. Rebels took control, forcing the country’s long-time leader, Bashar Assad, to seek refuge in Russia. With the end of President Joe Biden's term approaching, the future of the region remains unclear. In the United States, the

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Dec 14 2024SCIENCE

Exploring Options Beyond Eigenstate Thermalization

Have you ever wondered what happens to a small group of particles when they're left alone in a quantum world? According to the eigenstate thermalization hypothesis (ETH), these particles should eventually reach a state of thermal equilibrium. But what if they don't? Let's take a look at some interes

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