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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Fighting HIV: The Female Genital Tract's Role

The female genital tract (FGT) is a complex and varied environment. This complexity makes it challenging to develop HIV medications that can effectively prevent the virus. The FGT is home to a diverse range of hormones and microbes. These factors can influence how well HIV prevention drugs, like PrE

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Mar 05 2025SCIENCE

Gold Rush: The New Way to Extract Gold

The world's hunger for gold is growing, but the Earth's supply is running low. This has sparked a race to find new ways to get gold, like recycling old electronics and pulling it from seawater. But there's a big problem: finding a way to pull out tiny amounts of gold from messy water mixtures is sup

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Mar 05 2025HEALTH

Can Sound Waves Even Out Leg Length?

Imagine being a kid with one leg shorter than the other. It's a challenge, but there's a new treatment called extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT for short. This method uses sound waves to tackle issues in muscles and bones. The big question is: Can it safely help kids whose bones are still gr

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Mar 05 2025HEALTH

Bile Duct Cancer: Why Korea Stands Out

Bile duct cancer, or BTC, is a tough and aggressive disease that comes in three main types: intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ECC), and gallbladder cancer (GBC). It's not common worldwide, but it's a big deal in some places. Korea, for instance, has the

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Mar 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Face Magic: Making Virtual Makeup Look Real

Imagine putting on makeup that looks so real, you can't tell it's not actually there. That's the goal of a new technology called Dynamic Facial Projection Mapping (DFPM). This tech overlays computer-generated images onto human faces, creating an immersive experience. It's already being used in the m

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Mar 01 2025SPORTS

Stafford's Contract Drama: A New Deal for the Rams

Matthew Stafford, the Rams' star quarterback, has signed a new deal after months of talks and speculation. This isn't the first time the Rams have adjusted Stafford's contract. Last year, they pushed forward $5 million from 2025 to keep him on board. This time around, things got a bit more intense.

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Mar 01 2025HEALTH

Oura Ring: Big Steps for Women's Health

Imagine tracking your health with a wearable device and getting personalized insights about your menstrual cycle and pregnancy. This is now possible with the latest updates from Oura Ring. The Oura Ring has teamed up with the Scripps Research Digital Trials Center for a big study. They are

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Feb 28 2025SPORTS

Myles Garrett's Bold Move: Seeking a New Challenge

The football world has been buzzing with news about Myles Garrett. He is a standout player for the Cleveland Browns. He is looking to move on from the Browns. He is not interested in extending his contract. He wants to be traded to a team that is a serious contender for the Super Bowl.

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Feb 28 2025CELEBRITIES

Michelle Trachtenberg: A Life Remembered

Michelle Trachtenberg, a beloved actress known for her roles in popular TV shows and movies, passed away recently. The exact cause of her death remains a mystery. The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has stated that the cause and manner of her death will not be determined. This dec

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Feb 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Farewell to a Buffy Star: Michelle Trachtenberg Remembered

Michelle Trachtenberg, a beloved actress, has left this world. She was only 39 years old. Her passing was confirmed on Wednesday, discovered unresponsive in her New York City apartment. No signs of wrongdoing were found. The New York Medical Examiner is currently investigating the cause of death. Tr

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