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Dec 02 2024EDUCATION

Newton's Mixed Classrooms: A Lesson in Inequity

Newton Public Schools tried something new in autumn 2021. They mixed students of different levels into the same classroom, hoping it would help them learn better. This was a big change during a tough time, right after COVID-19 shut down schools. But teachers and students are now saying it's not work

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Dec 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Bluesky Tackles Impersonation with New Policies

Bluesky, a rapidly growing social media platform, is addressing the issue of impersonation as more celebrities and influencers join. The company recently updated its policies to become more “assertive” in dealing with fake accounts. Impersonators and those who squat on usernames will now face accoun

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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Why Sculpting Sports Stars Can Be a Challenge

Sculpting statues of sports stars might seem like a straightforward task, but it turns out there's more to it than meets the eye. Take a look at some famous examples: the Harry Kane statue in London was compared to a comic strip character, the Dwyane Wade sculpture in Miami resembled actor Laurence

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Nov 30 2024FINANCE

GECC's Turnaround: From Red to Green in a Year

GECC, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), recently shared some intriguing financial results. Although the company recorded a net loss of $21. 3 million for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, there's a twist to this story. Shareholders witnessed a significant bounce-back as the c

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Nov 28 2024BUSINESS

Is Big Tech Back on the FTC's Radar? Microsoft Under Scrutiny

Microsoft is the latest big tech company to find itself in the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The agency has been looking into Microsoft's cloud and software businesses, particularly how the company bundles its services. This isn't the first time Microsoft has faced such scrutiny.

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Chatty Meetings: Making Space for Different Values in Healthcare

Imagine a doctor, a patient, and their family sitting around a table, talking openly about what's important to them. This isn't just a nice idea; it's what happens in clinical ethics discussions. These chats can really help in healthcare settings, both for kids and adults. They're a great way to inc

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Looking Beyond Traditional Imaging: Unveiling Optic Nerve Issues with New Techniques

Advanced MRI techniques like MP2RAGE-FLAWS are shaking things up in the medical world. Originally, doctors relied on T2-w fat-saturated (FS) TSE imaging to spot optic nerve (ON) demyelination in multiple sclerosis patients. But guess what? MP2RAGE-FLAWS can detect brain and spine demyelinating issue

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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Flexible Films Tackle Biofouling in Medical Devices

Medical devices that come into contact with body fluids often face a problem called biofouling. This is when bacteria and other substances stick to the device, forming a layer that can cause issues like blood clots and infections. Traditional ways to stop this, like using certain polymers or coating

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Nov 27 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Top 10 Guest Stars Who Stole the Show on Cheers

Cheers, the beloved sitcom, welcomed many famous faces over its 11 seasons. From politicians to comedians, these guests made their mark. Let's count down the top 10 who stood out. Senator John Kerry's self-deprecating humor in season 10 was a highlight. Carol Kane's portrayal of Amanda, one of Sam'

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Nov 26 2024SCIENCE

Space Station Smell Alarm: What's Up With Russia's Supply Ship?

Last week, a weird smell and droplets were found on the International Space Station (ISS) after opening a Russian supply ship. NASA astronaut Don Pettit compared the smell to spray paint. The crew quickly closed the hatch and checked the air. Luckily, the air quality returned to normal the next day.

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