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Feb 22 2025SCIENCE

Dung Burning and Bile Acids: What Archaeologists Need to Know

Bile acids are becoming a hot topic in archaeology. These acids, made only by animals, are tougher than other similar compounds. They don't break down as easily over time. This makes them great for studying old poop and what it can tell us about the past. But what happens when that poop is burned?

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Kentucky's Senate Seat: The Race Begins

Political wheels started turning in Kentucky after a big announcement. Senator Mitch McConnell, a Republican who has held the Senate seat for seven terms, said he wouldn't run again. This news came on his 83rd birthday, making it a significant moment for Kentucky politics. The first to jump in the

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Maine and Trump Clash Over Transgender Athletes

The tension between Maine and President Trump escalated when he threatened to cut federal funding to Maine. This was due to Maine's policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports. The heated exchange happened during a gathering of governors at the White House. Trump's threat was me

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Elon Musk Pushes for Early ISS Retirement

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has sparked a debate by suggesting that the International Space Station (ISS) should be retired much sooner than planned. He proposed that the ISS should be deorbited in just two years, rather than waiting until 2030. This idea has raised eyebrows and questions about th

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Feb 21 2025CRIME

A Young Man's Court Date: The UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Case

A 26-year-old man, Luigi Mangione, is set to face a judge in New York City. This is his first court appearance since he was formally charged in December. The charges include murder and terrorism. The case involves the death of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Thompson was shot and killed

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Senate's Late-Night Budget Vote: What's the Deal?

The Senate was in for a long night. The Republican majority started a series of votes on a $340 billion budget plan. This plan was designed to boost funding for immigration enforcement, energy production, and the military. The process, known as "vote-a-rama, " was expected to last until the early ho

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Sensors: The New Hope for Stroke Recovery

Imagine tiny sensors, similar to those found in smartphones, revolutionizing stroke recovery. These sensors, called Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), can detect even the slightest movements, offering a more precise way to measure balance issues. This could be a significant advancement for stroke su

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Faith and Health: How Communities Tackle Vaccines, Genes, and Cancer

Public health experts often team up with faith communities to boost health outcomes. This review looks at how these experts have reached out to these communities. It uses a specific theory to judge these efforts. The review focuses on three big topics: vaccines, genetic health, and colorectal cance

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Feb 21 2025CRIME

Donut Shop Showdown: Employee Stops Robber

A tense situation unfolded at a donut shop in Macomb County. An employee had to act quickly when a man in his mid-30s entered the shop. He was holding what looked like a gun and demanded cash. The employee, who was also armed, made a split-second decision. He pulled out his own gun and shot the susp

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

YMCA's Big Move: Bringing Fitness to Menomonie

The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is making a big move. They are taking over Menomonie Health and Fitness. This takeover will happen on April 1. The new facilities will be called Menomonie East YMCA and Menomonie South YMCA. The YMCA has been planning this expansion since last year. They did a survey

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