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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Watching Babies with Unilateral Cerebral Palsy: Hand Development from 3 to 15 Months

Ever wondered how hand function develops in babies with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP)? Researchers have been exploring this question by studying infants aged 3 to 15 months. These tiny humans are going through a crucial period where their motor skills start to unfold. Unilateral CP affects one sid

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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Tracking Blood Pressure at Home: A New Approach?

Did you know that keeping track of your blood pressure at home could be a game-changer for how doctors detect and monitor high blood pressure? It's true! Even though it has some big advantages, this method hasn't been used much in large health surveys yet. Researchers decided to see if people would

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Jan 17 2025SCIENCE

Monitoring Vessels with Smart Grafts: A New Way to Track Blood Flow

Keeping an eye on blood flow in artificial blood vessels is super important for spotting problems early. Scientists have created smart vascular grafts, or SVGs, that use tiny, flexible electronics to watch blood flow constantly. But these grafts face challenges like fitting well with the body and gi

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

President Biden's Sweeping Move for Fairer Drug Sentences

President Joe Biden has recently taken a significant step towards addressing historic injustices in the U. S. criminal justice system. He's commuted the sentences of nearly 2, 500 people convicted of non-violent drug offenses. These individuals were serving disproportionately long sentences compared

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Jan 17 2025BUSINESS

Is Toddler Milk a Sneaky Sugar Trap?

Imagine walking down the store aisle, looking for formula for your little one. You spot a can that looks a lot like baby formula, but it says "Stage 3" – a hint that it might be the next best thing for your growing toddler. That's what Abbott Laboratories hopes you'll think. But hold on! These so-ca

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

Understanding a Tragedy: Factors Behind Pistorius's Crime

In January 2024, the world once again turned its eyes to Oscar Pistorius, the South African runner who was released on parole. This event prompted many to reevaluate the social factors that contributed to the tragic murder of Reeva Steenkamp. By applying theories like Connell's gender order theory a

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Get Active: Top Apps for Fitness Fun and Health

Want to stay fit and healthy? There are tons of apps out there, but which ones are the best? Let's take a look at some standout fitness apps that can help you track your nutrition, runs, and even keep you from getting bored during workouts. First up, nutrition trackers. Cronometer is a great choice

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Seasons, New Directions: 'Will Trent's' Star Goes Behind the Camera

In the heart of Atlanta, the popular ABC drama 'Will Trent' is kicking off its third season with a bang. After the gripping cliffhanger from last season, special agent Will Trent is back in action, accompanied by new faces like Gina Rodriguez. One of the most exciting twists? Ramon Rodriguez, who pl

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Jan 13 2025LIFESTYLE

Gen Z Women Reconsider the 'Tradwife' Life

Are you familiar with the term "tradwife"? It's a trend where some Gen Z women are embracing traditional roles at home. But is this really about nostalgia for the '50s, or is there more to the story? One young woman, who prefers to stay anonymous, believes this trend is based on a desire to return

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Plains: A Tiny Town with Big History

Plains, Georgia, is a small town with a big story to tell. It's not your typical tourist hotspot, with no major hotels, just one gas station, and a couple of restaurants that close early. But for a long time, Plains had something special: Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, called

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