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May 09 2025EDUCATION

Fighting for Change: Two Doctors' Journey Through Jim Crow

In the heart of the Jim Crow South, two Black surgeons left lasting marks on their community. The first was Thomas H. Brewer, Sr. In 1956, Brewer was a well-respected doctor and community leader in Columbus, Georgia. His life was cut short when a white business owner shot and killed him. The kil

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May 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Unexpected Guest: A TV Show's Surprising Choice

In the world of streaming services, unexpected things can happen. Take for example, the comedy show "The Studio" on Apple TV+. The show's creator, Seth Rogen, had a unique opportunity to feature a big-name executive. But he made a surprising choice. Apple TV+ wanted their CEO, Tim Cook, to make a b

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

The Mystery of T. rex's Asian Roots and the Rise of Giant Predators

The story of the T. rex is one that has captivated many. The T. rex is known for its massive size and fearsome reputation. But where did this giant predator come from? New research suggests that the T. rex's ancestors may have journeyed from Asia to North America. This journey likely took place

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May 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Rocks to the Rescue: Carbon Storage and Weathering

The world is looking for ways to tackle climate change. Two methods are getting attention: enhanced rock weathering and geologic carbon storage. Both have the potential to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. But how do they work? And can they really make a difference? First,

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May 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Gout's Tough Cases in the US

Gout's toughest cases are a big headache for doctors and patients. These cases are called chronic refractory gout. It's when gout flares up often and doesn't get better with usual treatments. The goal is to keep urate levels in the blood below 6. 0 mg/dL. But for some people, this is a real struggle

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May 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Dignity in South African Palliative Care

In South Africa, patients with advanced illnesses often find themselves in primary palliative care. This care aims to be holistic and patient-centered. It should also be compassionate and respect the patient's experiences. However, there is a big gap in understanding what dignity means to these pati

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

How Learning Changes How We See Faces

Familiarity with faces can greatly affect how we recognize them. This is because our brains store faces in a sort of mental "face space. " When we see a face often, it changes how we see it and how we compare it to other faces. But how exactly does this happen? Researchers looked into this by condu

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

The Ever-Changing Moral Compass

People often think of morality as a fixed set of rules. But what if it's more like a work in progress? Recent studies suggest that our moral decisions are flexible and can change based on new information and experiences. This means that our idea of right and wrong is not set in stone. It's more like

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May 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Savvy Shoppers Rejoice: Top Picks from Amazon This Week

Amazon, the giant of online shopping, is known for its vast array of deals, making it a go-to for savvy shoppers. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Fortunately, there are teams dedicated to sifting through the chaos to find the best bargains. This week, there are s

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Roots of Complex Life

The world of tiny, single-celled organisms called Asgard archaea is revealing secrets about the origins of complex life. These microscopic beings have been under the microscope for their shape, how they function, and their genetic makeup. This has given scientists clues about how complex cells, kn

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