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Feb 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Challenge for Monster Battle Enthusiasts

Monster Hunter is a massive hit! But the folks behind the game, Capcom, are not just focusing on the monster-slaying fans who have been playing for over 20 years. The latest game, Monster Hunter Wilds, promises to be easier for new players, without missing out on the fun that long-term gamers have

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Feb 11 2025OPINION

How Power Often Takes Over Dietary choices

For many years the choices we make about diet seemed personal. Over time however that idea gets challenged . What happens when a choice about food consumption is not made by individuals? What role does state involvement play? Who decides what choices are? Let's not make any mistake politica

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Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: The Dry Future Ahead

Climate models give us a sneaky peek at how Earth's thirst is growing. New climate models from 22 different teams offer detailed forecasts of water needs and availability around the world. These forecasts predict more water use by plants and evaporation changes. The experts have included

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Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Dangers of Lake Victoria's Fishermen

Lake Victoria is Africa's largest lake and is a vital source of food and income for many communities. It is home to countless artisanal fishers who brave its waters daily. These fishers face many challenges and risks. Researchers wanted to know more about these risks and how they impact the lives

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Vaping in the spotlight

In recent years, the buzz around electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, has been on the rise. This has led many people to turn to the internet for information. Most studies have focused on the quality of online content and the effect of policies. However, many low- and middle-income countries have

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Feb 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

An Unlikely Winner Emerges in the Oscar Race

The Oscar race is heating up, and a surprising contender is making waves. Sean Baker's comedy "Anora" is suddenly the talk of the town. It didn't win any awards at the Golden Globes, but now it's a front-runner for the Oscars. This past Saturday in Los Angeles, "Anora" won big at both the

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Breathe Easy: Can a Simple Breath Test Check Asthma?

Asthma treatment involves regular check-ups using various methods. One of these methods is a simple and non-invasive tool known as the Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO). This tool is administered through a device that measures the amount of nitric oxide in the breath. But can this breath test b

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Feb 09 2025SCIENCE

Watch out! A Space Rock Nears Earth in 2032

Imagine this: a space rock named 2024 YR4 is cruising through the cosmos, and scientists have recently updated its chances of hitting Earth in 2032. The odds might seem a bit alarming at first. The new calculations suggest a 1-in-43 chance of impact. But before you start worrying, let's dive into th

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Feb 08 2025SCIENCE

Clearing the Waters: A New Way to Fix Sun Glare in Drone Photos

There's a big problem that often happens when drones take pictures of water. The sun's reflection, called sun glint, can make it hard to see what's really going on in the water. This is especially true near the coast, where the water is often murky. Old ways of fixing this problem, using near-infrar

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Feb 08 2025POLITICS

Big Changes in February, A World History Overview

Let's dive back to a important date in history in 1990. On February 7, a big shift happened in Soviet Politics. Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev played a major part. Its was time to introduce a bunch of new policies. Then the Communist Party dropped their 70-year hold on political

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