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Apr 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Robots and Strawberries: A New Way to Measure Weight

Robots are stepping into the strawberry fields to help with grading. This task is usually done by hand, but robots could make it faster and gentler on the fruit. The key to grading strawberries is getting their weight right. So, how do these robots figure out the weight of a strawberry? First, let'

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Apr 02 2025SCIENCE

How Pressure Affects Chemical Measurements

Chemical tests often rely on precise measurements. One such test is coulometric titration. This method measures the amount of a substance in a solution by using electricity. The time it takes to complete this test can vary. One factor that influences this time is stack pressure. Stack pressure is t

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Apr 02 2025SPORTS

NFL Overtime Gets a Makeover

The NFL is shaking things up for the 2025 season. Owners have given the green light to a major change in overtime rules. Both teams will now get a chance to possess the ball during regular-season overtime. This move brings the regular season in line with the playoff format, which has allowed both te

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Apr 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Hidden Dangers of Car Platoons

In the world of connected cars, a small issue can quickly become a big problem. When cars follow each other closely, a minor conflict can escalate. This is due to the system's instability, leading to dangerous rear-end collisions. Traditional safety measures fall short. They only consider the motion

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Apr 02 2025HEALTH

How Hope and Fear Shape Our View of Life's Big Moments

College students were asked to share their thoughts on how major life events might affect them. The results showed some interesting patterns. They were asked about how they thought their personality, beliefs, emotions, and social status might change after experiencing significant events. The stud

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

The NFL's New Overtime Twist: Fairer or Faster?

The NFL has made a significant change to its overtime rules for the regular season. Starting soon, both teams will get a chance to have the ball. This new rule is similar to what happens in the playoffs. If the game is still tied after both teams have had a turn, the next score wins. This is known a

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Screens in Bed: Are They Messing With Your Sleep?

Students are spending a lot of time on their screens in bed. This might be a bad idea. A recent study found that more screen time in bed could lead to worse sleep. The study looked at over 45, 000 students in Norway. They found that each extra hour of screen time increased the risk of insomnia by 63

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Mar 31 2025FINANCE

Global Markets Shaken by Trade Uncertainty

The world's stock markets took a hit on a Monday, as investors prepared for a bumpy week ahead. The reason? More tariffs were expected from the U. S. president, targeting major trading partners. The S&P 500 dropped by more than 1% at the opening bell, adding to its recent losses. This decline has p

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

How Urban Environments Affect Young Women's Lives

Intimate partner violence is a big deal. It's a major public health issue that affects many women and girls. It can really mess with a person's quality of life. It's not just about physical harm. It can also take a toll on mental health. This can lead to long-term problems. In Nigeria, a study look

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Sugar Handling and Liver Health: A Hidden Link

Liver fibrosis is a serious issue that can lead to liver-related deaths and heart problems. It is often seen in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and obesity. One key factor that might help predict liver fibrosis is how well the body handles sugar, known as the estimated glucose

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