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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Under Fire for Luxury Trips and Gifts

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is facing new scrutiny. A report by Democratic senators reveals he took more luxury trips and received gifts from wealthy supporters in 2021, but didn't report them. These trips include a private jet flight to the Adirondacks and a yacht trip to New York City, a

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Dec 20 2024SPORTS

Towns' Triumphant Return: Knicks Crush Timberwolves

Karl-Anthony Towns, the former Minnesota Timberwolves star, returned to his old stomping grounds and led the New York Knicks to a dominant 133-107 victory over the Timberwolves. Towns, who spent nine years in Minnesota, had a stellar night with 32 points, 20 rebounds, and 6 assists. The game was a b

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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Luigi Mangione Faces Federal Murder Charge: Death Penalty on the Table

Luigi Mangione, 26, is now facing federal charges for the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson. The shooting happened on a Manhattan sidewalk earlier this month. Federal prosecutors have added a new layer to the case, charging Mangione with using a firearm to commit murder. This charge c

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Dec 20 2024SPORTS

Strength Training in Aussie Rules: What's Consistent?

You know how important lower body strength is for Aussie Rules footballers, right? It's all about how much force they can apply in various tasks. With new tech, there are now many ways to measure this strength, making it tricky to interpret data. One method used is called Principal Component Analysi

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Detecting Combat Brain Injuries: A Comparison of Methods

Identifying mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in veterans can be tricky. Two different systems, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the LIMBIC-CENC research project, were compared to see how well they found these injuries. The LIMBIC-CENC study uses detailed interviews to find all possib

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Green Power: Cracking the Code of Electric Vehicle Batteries

Electric vehicles (EVs) are taking the world by storm. But before EVs can truly replace traditional cars, their batteries need a major upgrade. Scientists use a method called DEMATEL to figure out how factors in battery tech affect each other. This method is great for complex systems, but real-world

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Grandparents: Let's Talk About Our Words to Grandkids

Ever thought about the power of your words when chatting with your grandkids? It's a big deal! Atlanta psychologist Dr. Delawalla says sneaking treats or sharing secrets can weaken your kid's trust in their parents. That's not cool. It might even make them keep dangerous secrets. So, let's not do th

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Breast Cancer Response to Chemo: What's Collagen Got to Do With It?

In the realm of breast cancer, the tumor's surrounding tissue, known as the stroma, plays a significant role. One key factor in this stroma is collagen fibers, which can influence the cancer's progression. A recent study delved into the connection between these collagen fibers and how well breast ca

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Chatbot Decision-Making: A New Look in Healthcare

Chatbots are popping up all over the place, and healthcare is no exception. Scientists are now figuring out the best ways to study chatbots that help make clinical decisions. Why is this important? Because good decisions can save lives. Imagine this: you're feeling sick, but you're not sure what's

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Revitalizing the Skeleton: Unsung Heroes of Bone Repair

Did you know your bones have their own tiny helpers? Known as skeletal stem cells (SSCs), these little workers are always busy. They constantly refreshen the mature cells in your bones, ensuring balance and harmony within your skeletal system. This ability to self-renew and adapt is what makes SSCs

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