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May 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

Making Connections: How Airline Tech is Changing Travel

Connecting flights can be a headache for travelers. Missing a connection due to delays is a common issue. American Airlines is tackling this problem with new technology. The goal is to help passengers reach their next flight on time. This tech is currently being tested at Dallas-Fort Worth airport.

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Low-Cost Labor Monitoring: A New Hope for Malawi

In Malawi, keeping track of uterine contractions during labor is crucial for the health of both mothers and babies. However, doing this in places with limited resources can be tough. A recent study focused on testing a new, budget-friendly external tocodynamometer. This device was created to potenti

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Farmers Markets: The Missing Link for SNAP Families

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a lifeline for many families. Yet, SNAP recipients, especially those with kids, often struggle to eat enough fruits and veggies. Why? Because access to fresh, affordable produce can be tough. This is where farmers markets come in. They offer fr

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May 17 2025HEALTH

Choosing the Best Spot for Your Medical Scan

Patients often need to decide where to go for their medical scans. This isn't always an easy choice. Some people prefer hospital outpatient radiology departments. Others go to retail radiology clinics. What makes one place better than the other? A recent study looked into this question. The study a

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May 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Rising Stars Shine Bright at the Sports Illustrated Swim Launch

The 2025 Sports Illustrated Swim Launch Party in New York City was a star-studded event. The focus was on women in sports, and they truly shone on the red carpet. The Hard Rock Hotel was the venue for this glamorous gathering. The event featured two standout athletes: Olivia Dunne, a retired LSU gym

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May 17 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Vanadium in Boosting Hydrogen Production

Hydrogen is a clean energy source that can be produced through water splitting. This process involves breaking water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. However, the oxygen side of this reaction, known as the oxygen evolution reaction or OER, is slow and inefficient. This slowdown is a major hurdle

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May 16 2025CRIME

Deaths in Police Custody: A Hidden Truth

In Maryland, a recent audit has brought to light a disturbing fact. At least 36 deaths in police custody were not classified as homicides. This was despite clear evidence suggesting otherwise. The audit was prompted by concerns about the former state medical examiner's role in the George Floyd case.

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May 16 2025LIFESTYLE

Local News Roundup: Budget Cuts, Business Changes, and Space Adventures

San Luis Obispo County is in a tight spot. The county is looking at some serious budget cuts. This means some important programs, like homeless services, might take a hit. Why? Because state and federal funding has dropped. Local leaders are hoping that community partners can step in to help keep th

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May 16 2025BUSINESS

Strike Stops Trains: How New Jersey Commutes Are Changing

A strike by locomotive engineers has halted train services in New Jersey. This is the second such strike in the 42-year history of NJ Transit. The strike began on March 16, 2024, after negotiations between NJ Transit and the union failed to produce a deal. This is a big deal because NJ Transit tr

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

The Mystery of Orange Fur Unraveled

The secret behind the vibrant orange fur of cats has finally been uncovered. It turns out that a specific genetic mutation is responsible for this striking color. This mutation affects a gene called ARHGAP36, which is located on the X chromosome. When this gene is altered, it boosts the activity of

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