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May 02 2025HEALTH

Wasted Hearts: The Untapped Potential in Organ Donation

The need for heart transplants is on the rise. Yet, a shocking number of usable hearts go to waste in North America. More than two-thirds of viable hearts are discarded. This is a huge problem. It's not just about the numbers. It's about the lives that could be saved. The situation calls for a fresh

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May 01 2025BUSINESS

Tariff Troubles: How GM is Coping with Trump's Trade Policies

General Motors is bracing for a significant financial hit due to the Trump administration's tariffs on imported cars and auto parts. The company anticipates these tariffs will cost them between 4 and 5 billion dollars this year. This news comes as a blow to GM's profit expectations. The company has

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May 01 2025SCIENCE

Bacteria's Magnetic Compass in Action

Bacteria have a unique way of getting around. They use Earth's magnetic field to navigate through their homes. This is especially useful when their homes are crowded and full of obstacles. Scientists wanted to see how these bacteria move in a setting that mimics their natural habitat. They creat

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Apr 30 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Digital Wallet: A New Way to Pay for Truth Social?

The company behind Truth Social, Truth Plus, and Truth. Fi has big plans. They want to launch a special kind of digital money, called a utility token. This token will live in a digital wallet made just for Truth Social users. The idea is to use this token to pay for subscriptions and maybe other ser

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Apr 29 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden World of Doggy Bacteria and Pregnancy

The world of doggy bacteria is a fascinating one. It is often said that a healthy vaginal microbiome is key to successful breeding and healthy puppies. This is because the bacteria living in a dog's vagina can affect their fertility. In the past, scientists mostly looked at these bacteria using o

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Apr 28 2025BUSINESS

Earnings Season Kicks Off: What to Expect

The financial world is gearing up for a busy week. Investors are keeping a close eye on the market as the first-quarter earnings season hits its peak. More than 180 companies from the S&P 500 are set to reveal their quarterly results. Among them are tech giants like Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, an

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Apr 27 2025HEALTH

Who Missed Out? The WTC Health Program's Uneven Reach

The events of 11 September 2001 brought together a mix of first responders, volunteers, and other workers to the World Trade Center (WTC) site. These individuals faced significant health risks due to their exposure at the site. The WTC Health Program (WTCHP) was created to support these workers. B

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Apr 27 2025SCIENCE

Sichuan's Unique Brew: Unraveling the Mystery of Qu-aroma in Daqu

What makes Sichuan's Daqu stand out? The answer lies in its unique Qu-aroma. This special scent is a big deal when it comes to medium-high temperature Daqu. It's what makes one batch different from another. But why does it vary so much from one place to another? The secret is in the environment

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Apr 26 2025HEALTH

The Quick Fix for Heart Attack Checks

Heart attacks are scary and can happen suddenly. Doctors need to act fast. That means a lot of tests and checks. Some of these tests are pretty new. They can spot problems quickly. This can save time and money. But are they always the best choice? First, let's talk about heart attacks. They

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

The Complex World of Multiple Knee Injuries

The knee is a complex joint. It is made up of several ligaments. These ligaments work together to keep the knee stable. When multiple ligaments are injured at once, it is known as a multiligament knee injury. This type of injury is a big deal. It can change a person's life in many ways. For example,

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