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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Bullying in Tanzanian Medical Schools: What's the Story?

Ever wondered what's happening behind the scenes in Tanzanian medical schools? Well, academic bullying is on the rise, and it's affecting students in a big way. Globally, this issue is getting worse, with the percentage of students experiencing it going from 27% to as high as 99. 1%. But, what about

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Nov 30 2024SPORTS

Ohio State's History with Michigan on November 30: Wins, Scuffles, and Close Calls

November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Why AHP Support Workers Feel Valued: A Closer Look

Do you ever think about what makes people feel valued at their jobs? Researchers recently explored this question with Allied Health Profession (AHP) support workers. They wanted to figure out what these workers think makes them feel appreciated and valued. You might guess that money or promotions a

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Uncovering Thyroid Disorders in Baby Births

Have you ever thought about the challenges newborns face? One of the major concerns is congenital hypothyroidism (CH), a condition where babies are born with an underactive thyroid. This can slow down their growth and development, leading to mental delays. CH is linked to both genetic and environmen

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Nov 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Zombie Celebs' Wild New Adventure: Netflix's Survival Show

Did you know that zombies and reality TV go way back? In 2008, Charlie Brooker, the creator of Black Mirror, made a show called Dead Set. It was about people stuck in a Big Brother house during a zombie apocalypse. There were even real people trying to outrun fake zombies in a BBC show called I Surv

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Herniated Thoracic Discs: A Hidden Problem

Thoracic disc herniation might not be as rare as you think. But why is it such a big deal? Well, there are two main obstacles we face with this condition. First, cutting out the herniated disc can be a real challenge. The thoracic spine is a tricky area to operate on because it's protected by the ri

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Nov 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Explore the World of Motiram: A New Survival Game with Mechanical Beasts

Get ready to dive into the world of Motiram, an upcoming survival crafting game that's coming to PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android, along with PC. Developed by Tencent Games' Polaris Quest and Aurora Studio, this game is all about surviving in a world dominated by giant mechanical beasts. Imagine a w

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Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

Mixing Methods: A Look at Motion Capture

Ever wondered how computers can now track human movements like never before? The BioCV dataset is a fascinating blend of synchronized video footage, traditional motion capture with markers, and force plate data. Fifteen healthy people, both men and women, performed various motions like walking, runn

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Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

When Bacteria Hang On: Secrets of Long-Term Survival

Have you ever wondered how some bacteria can survive for ages without food? This is exactly what scientists found in Streptomyces minutiscleroticus. These little guys stay alive even when food is scarce. They keep making proteins, and surprisingly, they can even grow a bit, shown by their sensitivit

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Understanding Biliary Tract Cancer Treatments and Survival Rates

Biliary tract cancer (BTC) is a rare and often deadly disease that's usually found at an advanced stage. The standard first-line treatment is a combination of gemcitabine and cisplatin. However, there's no clear global standard for second-line treatments after chemotherapy. New therapies targeting s

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