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Apr 19 2025SCIENCE

The Secret to Keeping Surfaces Clean and Ice-Free

A new material has been created that could change how we keep surfaces clean and free from ice. This material is made by combining a spongy substance with tiny particles that have been treated with a special chemical. The result is a surface that can hold onto a slippery liquid, making it very hard

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Apr 19 2025HEALTH

Cervical Cancer Screening in China: The Cost-Effectiveness of HPV Testing

In China, HPV testing has become the go-to method for spotting cervical cancer early. However, sending every woman who tests positive for HPV straight to a colposcopy is not the best use of resources. This is where triage strategies come in. They help decide who really needs that next step. A recen

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Apr 19 2025SPORTS

The Chicago Cubs' Wildcard Win

The Chicago Cubs pulled off a thrilling victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The game ended with a score of 13-11. It was an intense match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. The Cubs had a strong start. Carson Kelly hit two home runs early in the game. Ian Happ als

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Apr 19 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination

Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. More than 800 cases have been confirmed in 24 states. This is a big jump from last year's 285 cases. The numbers are worrying health experts. They fear the nation could lose its measles elimination status. This status was achieved back in 2000. It means the

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Apr 19 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Foreign Funding Under Scrutiny

Harvard University has landed in hot water. The Trump administration has accused the prestigious school of not reporting big donations from foreign sources. This is not just a small issue. It's part of a bigger effort to put pressure on Harvard. Why? Because the university did not follow President T

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Apr 19 2025POLITICS

Rome's Big Meeting: Tariffs, Traditions, and a Pope's Health

In the heart of Rome, a significant gathering took place. The U. S. Vice President, JD Vance, met with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni. This wasn't just any meeting. It was a chance to discuss tariffs, something that has been causing tension between the U. S. and the European Union. Meloni, known for

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Apr 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Custody Battle: Post Malone's Ex Steps Forward

A custody battle is brewing in the world of music. Hee Sung “Jamie” Park, the ex-fiancée of Post Malone, has taken legal action to secure custody of their 2-year-old daughter. Park filed a petition with the family law division of Los Angeles Superior Court, marking the first time her identity as the

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Apr 19 2025SPORTS

Canadians Face Uphill Battle in Stanley Cup Chase

The Stanley Cup race is heating up, and it's anyone's guess who will take home the trophy. The last four seasons have seen four different teams claim victory, and this year's competition is shaping up to be just as unpredictable. The defending champions, the Florida Panthers, and the 2022 winners, t

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Apr 19 2025SCIENCE

Metals in Water: The Power of Paper Sensors

Water contamination by harmful metals is a big deal, especially in places where fancy labs are scarce. Think about it: traditional ways to spot these metals, like atomic absorption spectrometry and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, are super accurate but come with a hefty price tag and a

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Apr 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Quick and Clear: Making Speech Synthesis Faster and Better

Creating speech from text is a big deal. It's used in many things, like virtual assistants and audiobooks. But making it sound natural and realistic can be tough. It usually needs a lot of data from different speakers. This data helps the model learn and improve. But gathering and using this data ca

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