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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Plants from the Philippines Show Promise Against Staph Bacteria

A review looked at many studies that test Philippine plants for fighting Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infections. The bacteria can spread in homes and hospitals, and it is becoming harder to treat because of drug resistance. Because of this problem, scientists are searching for new

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Research Trends on Kawasaki Disease in Southeast Asia

Studies show that the rate of Kawasaki disease is rising in Southeast Asian countries, and scientists are trying to understand why. One reason may be a link with the COVID‑19 pandemic, which has drawn more attention to the illness. Researchers wanted to see how many papers and citations about Kawasa

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

NOVA: Turning Data into Better Therapy Choices

The idea that therapy can be tailored exactly to each person is growing. Researchers call this Precision Mental Health, or PMH. It takes the proven practice of Evidence‑Based Practice and adds two new tools: regular, detailed measurements of a client’s progress, and computer models that predict whic

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

USA Wins Tense WBC Match, but Strikeout Sparks Debate

The World Baseball Classic saw the United States edge out the Dominican Republic with a close 2‑1 victory, moving on to the final round. The decisive moment came in the last inning when U. S. pitcher Mason Miller forced Dominican shortstop Geraldo Perdomo to strike out looking, and earlier in the ei

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Mar 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Bruno Mars Sets Record Straight After Alleged “Talentless” Tweet

A headline buzz about Bruno Mars supposedly liking a harsh tweet toward Taylor Swift has turned out to be a misunderstanding. The message that sparked the chatter was posted on X with footage of Swift’s Eras Tour and a snide comment about her fame. Mars later removed the “like” and posted his own re

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Mar 16 2026CRIME

A Rough Ride: When a Train Platform Turns into a Danger Zone

A 59‑year‑old man from River Forest was walking to the Harlem Avenue stop on December 1, hoping to catch a train to Rush University Medical Center where he volunteered. He had no car and used the CTA because he could move around on his own, even though he has an intellectual disability. A man who ha

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Mar 16 2026CRIME

Maine’s Low Crime Numbers: What the Stats Really Say

Maine stands out across the United States for having one of the lowest rates of violent crime. According to recent FBI statistics, only 100 people per 100, 000 residents were involved in violent offenses during 2024. In contrast, Washington, D. C. recorded more than a thousand violent incidents per

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Rwanda’s Path to Healing: Building Forensic Psychiatry After Tragedy

After the 1994 genocide, Rwanda faced a massive task of restoring trust and safety in society. One key area was the health system, where mental well‑being became a top priority because many people were left with deep emotional wounds. Instead of waiting for help, Rwanda decided to grow its own ex

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Tiny Tool to Spot Parenting Styles

A new short test called the PS‑4 helps researchers see how parents raise their kids. The researchers started with a long list of questions about parenting and then trimmed it down to only four items. They tested this short version with two big groups of families: one that represents all of Ger

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Sales Teams: How Agentic AI Is Changing the Game

Agentic AI is a new kind of artificial intelligence that can think, plan, and act on its own. It promises to change the way sales work in ways that are hard to imagine today. Rather than having people do all the legwork—searching for prospects, writing emails, logging calls, and predicting revenu

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