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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Smart Tech in Medicine: How AI is Changing Doctor Training

Doctors often face a mountain of patient data that can be messy and incomplete. This makes it tough for them to stay updated with the latest research and developments. NYU Langone Health in New York City has found a clever way to help the next generation of doctors tackle these issues. They've cr

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Bias in AI: What's Really Going On?

Ever thought that AI systems could be biased? Well, they can. Even if they pass tests that check for obvious bias, they can still have hidden biases. These biases are like the ones humans have, even if they claim to be fair. It's tricky to spot these hidden biases. As AI systems get more secretive,

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Can Listening Alone Change Your Mind?

Immigration is a hot topic with lots of different opinions. A recent experiment looked into whether listening to others can change their minds. 1, 400 people in the U. S. had video chats with trained canvassers. The canvassers either shared a story about an undocumented immigrant, listened carefully

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Feb 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Long Road to Removing Stolen Images

In 2020, a young woman named Breeze Liu received a shocking phone call. A classmate informed her that an explicit video of her was circulating online, titled "Korean teen. " Liu, only 17 at the time the video was filmed, had no idea it was being shared without her consent. This was just the beginnin

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Feb 20 2025SCIENCE

How Anxiety Messes with Our Predictions and Movements

Imagine trying to catch a ball in a virtual reality game. Now imagine doing it while feeling anxious. That's what some people were asked to do in a recent study. Anxiety isn't just about feeling nervous. It can actually change how we make decisions and control our movements. Scientists want

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Feb 20 2025SPORTS

The Unwanted Kiss: A Spanish Soccer Scandal

In a shocking turn of events, a Spanish court found Luis Rubiales, the former leader of Spain's soccer federation, guilty of sexual assault. The incident involved a forceful kiss on the lips of Jennifer Hermoso, a member of the women's national team, right after their triumphant win in the 2023 Wom

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Feb 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Craig Retreats from DC's 'Sgt. Rock'

Daniel Craig has decided to step away from a potential role in a new DC Comics film. The movie, "Sgt. Rock, " is being directed by Luca Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes. The character of Sgt. Rock is not your typical superhero. He is a non-commissioned officer in the U. S. army who leads h

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Virtual Reality: A New Hope for Newborn Care

In many parts of the world, doctors and nurses face a tough challenge. They need to be ready to save newborns, but they might not get much practice. This is where virtual simulations come in. These aren't your typical video games. They're tools that let healthcare workers practice life-saving skills

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Feb 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

River Watch: Tracking Waterborne Threats in Ethiopia

The Akaki River in Ethiopia is facing a significant challenge: it's becoming a hotbed for antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) pathogens and genes. These nasty little guys are spreading to other water sources, causing a lot of concern. The good news is that a plan is in the works to keep an eye on the wate

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Obesity Trials: It's Not Just About the Scale

Obesity trials have traditionally focused on weight loss. But now, researchers are shifting their focus. They want to understand how weight loss affects people's daily lives and overall well-being. This is a significant change in how obesity is being studied. Imagine being part of a clinical trial

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