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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Breaking the Silence: Understanding Sexual Violence Among Male Students

Sexual violence is a serious issue that affects people of all genders. However, when it comes to male victims, there's often a lot of silence and stigma. A recent study in Lagos, Nigeria, wanted to understand how much male undergraduates know about sexual violence, what they think about it, and how

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Wearables: A New Way to Track Your Meds?

Wearable tech might just be the game-changer we need for tracking medication adherence. You know how it is—people often forget to take their meds, and doctors usually have to rely on patients' own reports, which aren't always accurate. But what if there was a better way? Enter wearable devices. The

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Rwanda's Young and Uninformed: The Struggle for Health Access

In Rwanda, there's a big problem. Many young people can't read or write. This makes it hard for them to get the health help they need. There are special places called Youth Friendly Health Services (YFHS). They are supposed to help young people with their health questions. But not many people have s

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Jun 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Paramount+ Drops Showtime from Top Tier Plan

Paramount Global has made a subtle but significant change to its streaming service. The company has removed "Showtime" from the name of its highest-tier plan. Now, instead of "Paramount+ With Showtime, " it's simply called "Paramount+ Premium. " The price tag stays the same, though: $12. 99 monthly

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's iOS 26 Beta 2: A Step Towards Better Usability

Apple has been working on improving its new Liquid Glass interface, which was introduced in iOS 26 Beta 2. This interface is designed to give Apple devices a modern look, inspired by the way glass refracts light and its see-through quality. However, when the first beta was released, users quickly n

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Robotaxi Takes Baby Steps in Austin

Tesla's shares got a boost recently. This happened after the company started a small test of its driverless taxi service. The service is called Robotaxi. It's something Elon Musk has been talking about for a while. He sees it as a big new business for Tesla. The first Robotaxi trips were short. The

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Jun 23 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Battery Power in the Cold with a Simple Trick

Aqueous sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction for their safety and affordability. However, they have a few drawbacks. The main issue is their limited electrochemical stability window and their tendency to freeze in cold temperatures. This can hinder their use in real-world situations. Resea

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Stretchy Smart Gel: The Future of Wearable Tech

Hydrogels are a big deal in the world of medical tech. They are flexible and play nice with the body. They can be used to track how the body is doing. But there is a catch. Making them strong, stretchy, and conductive is tough. It is like trying to make a rubber band that can also carry electricity

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Big Move: Google's Potential Exit from Scale AI

Meta's recent $14. 3 billion investment in Scale AI has stirred up the tech world. This move has raised eyebrows, especially among competitors. Google, Scale AI's largest customer, is reportedly considering ending its partnership. This shift could significantly impact Scale AI's operations and futur

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Austin's Robotaxi Rollout: The First Impressions

Tesla's robotaxi service has finally hit the streets of Austin, Texas. But don't expect to hop in one just yet. This initial rollout is invite-only and comes with a few safety nets in place. Tesla has tucked safety monitors in the front seats of these robotaxis. These monitors can take control if so

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