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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

How Exercise Can Give Us Clues About Our Blood Vessels

Our blood vessels have a special lining called the endothelium. Doctors can check how well this lining works by using a trick called flow-mediated dilation (FMD). When blood flow increases, it pushes against the vessel walls, and a healthy endothelium responds by widening the vessel. This widening i

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Dec 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's Dark Web Tool: A Short-Lived Experiment

Google is saying goodbye to its dark web report feature. Starting February 16, 2026, this tool will no longer be available. It was introduced about a year and a half ago to help users keep an eye on their personal information on the dark web. The tool scanned data breach dumps and alerted users if

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Dec 16 2025SPORTS

A Quarterback's Regret: Diego Pavia's Heisman Moment

Diego Pavia, the quarterback from Vanderbilt, found himself in hot water after his reaction to not winning the Heisman Trophy. He finished second to Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who secured the award with a significant lead in first-place votes. Pavia's initial response was far from graceful. He shar

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

More Women Can Now Use the Libido Drug Addyi

The FDA has recently given the green light to a wider group of women to use Addyi, a drug designed to boost sexual desire. This time, the approval is for postmenopausal women up to 65 years old. Addyi was first introduced a decade ago for premenopausal women dealing with emotional stress due to a lo

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Dec 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ford's Electric Truck Dream Hits a Roadblock

Ford has decided to stop making the all-electric version of its popular F-150 truck. This move shows that the company is rethinking its plans for electric vehicles (EVs). The F-150 Lightning was supposed to be a big deal, but Ford now wants to focus on other things. Why did Ford change its mind? Ma

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

Seattle's River Rising: A Flood of Troubles

Heavy rain has caused a levee to break near Seattle. This has led to evacuations in the area. The levee was supposed to protect over 30, 000 people. But now, the Green River is rising fast. It's the highest it's been in 60 years. The rain is not stopping. More is expected this week. This could make

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Surinamese in the Netherlands: Willingness to Donate Living Tissue

The Surinamese community in the Netherlands faces unique health challenges. Many people in this group suffer from conditions like beta-thalassaemia and sickle cell disease. These illnesses often require blood transfusions or organ transplants. A recent study looked into how willing Surinamese indivi

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Dec 16 2025LIFESTYLE

Sneaky Ways to Save on Energy Bills

Keeping your home cozy without breaking the bank is a challenge. It's not just about big, expensive upgrades. Small, smart choices can make a big difference. First, think about your heating and cooling system. It's like the heart of your home, pumping warm or cool air all year. But just like a hear

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Dec 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Payments: QR Codes Take Over

The world is going digital, and payments are no exception. QR code payments are becoming a big deal, and the numbers show it. In 2024, this market was worth $14. 7 billion. By 2030, it's expected to hit $38. 2 billion, growing at a rate of 17. 2% each year. So, what's driving this growth? Smartphon

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Young Voices, Old Fears: A Clash of Perspectives

A few years back, during a family dinner, an unexpected message popped up. A friend alerted me to a Clubhouse chat about me. Clubhouse, a social app that was big during the pandemic, is like a mix of a conference call and a panel discussion. People create virtual rooms, pick speakers, and others lis

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