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Feb 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering Up: How AI Keeps Substations Safe

Electric substations are the backbone of our power systems. They face many dangers like heat, noise, and even animal waste. These dangers can cause problems like cable failures, circuit breaker issues, and melted conductors. When these issues happen, the substation's reliability drops, and power los

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

Fixing Wobbly Ankles: Comparing Two Surgery Methods

Chronic ankle instability, or CAI, is a common issue that often leads to surgery. But which surgical method is best? Let's dive into two techniques: modified trans augmentation (MTA) and trans augmentation (TA). First, let's talk about the ankle. It's a complex joint with lots of ligaments keeping

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Feb 16 2025EDUCATION

Digital Tools in Physical Education: A Fresh Look

The world of education is changing fast. Technology is becoming a big part of how we teach and learn. This is especially true in physical education, where digital tools like Edmodo, Zoom, and Google Meet are making waves. These tools can make learning more fun and engaging. They can also help teache

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Light Sensitivity in Zinc Oxide Films

Imagine this: scientists discovered a neat trick to make zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films super responsive to light. They did it by mixing in something called electron cyclotron wave resonance (ECWR) plasma during the film-making process. The secret sauce? Tweaking the ECWR power. The magic number t

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

Spine Surgery's New Assistants: Robots in the Operating Room

Surgeons performing spine surgery face a major challenge. They often have to work in tight spaces with limited visibility. This can make the operation longer and less accurate. Robots are stepping in to help. These aren't your typical robots. They are sophisticated machines built to make surgeries

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Yeast's Stress Response: A Switch for Better Biofuel Production

Ever wondered how yeast cells handle stress? When their internal factory, the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), gets overwhelmed, these tiny powerhouses produce a protein called Hac1. This protein is like a manager that kicks off the unfolded protein response (UPR), helping the cell cope with the stress.

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Consumer Protector Under Fire

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is in the spotlight. Critics, including President Trump, have labeled it a wasteful agency that harms businesses. However, many Americans see it as a lifeline. The CFPB was created in 2010 to protect consumers from unfair practices by financial institu

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Feb 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pixel 9 Pro Fold: New Feature to Tackle Magnetic Interference

Foldable phones, like the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, rely on tiny sensors to know when they're open or closed. These sensors can be tricked by magnetic accessories, causing the screen to turn off unexpectedly. Google is aware of this issue and is working on a fix. The upcoming Android 16 update might include

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Feb 15 2025HEALTH

Step into the Future: Smart Socks for Healthy Feet

Diabetes can cause serious foot issues, like ulcers. These ulcers are not only painful but also costly to treat. Most of the time, they can be avoided with the right care. However, there aren't many tools out there to help patients manage their foot health effectively. Enter the world of smart sock

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Feb 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants Alexa and Siri Face Hiccups

Amazon and Apple are having a tough time getting their AI assistants, Alexa and Siri, up to speed. The companies had big plans to launch new, smarter versions of their digital helpers, but things are not going as smoothly as they hoped. Amazon was all set to unveil their new AI-powered Alexa in New

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