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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Former Reality Star Sean Duffy Picked for Transport Secretary

Sean Duffy, a former Wisconsin lawmaker and reality TV personality, has been tapped by President-elect Trump to become the next transportation secretary. Duffy's rise from a lumberjack-turned-lawmaker to a TV host on Fox Business has caught the eye of the future president, who appreciates a media-sa

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Nov 20 2024SCIENCE

Meet Marie Krogh: The Pioneer Behind a Revolutionary Lung Test

Ever wondered how doctors measure how well your lungs absorb oxygen? Step back in time to the early 20th century, where a woman named Marie Krogh made a groundbreaking discovery. She introduced the single-breath technique to measure pulmonary diffusing capacity. This method, still used today, helps

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

How Smartphones Measure Up in Tracking Lift Speed

In a recent study, scientists explored whether smartphone apps can accurately measure how fast a barbell moves during powerlifting exercises. They compared three apps - Qwik VBT, Metric VBT, and MyLift - against a commercial device called RepOne. Twenty experienced powerlifters tried out these tools

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Nov 19 2024SCIENCE

The Evolution of Sweating: A Week in the Heat

Ever wondered how our bodies adapt to heat? A recent study explored this by tracking the changes in the amount of skin covered in sweat over seven days of heat acclimation. Nine adults, with both men and women, were put through a heat test every two days. They cycled for two hours in a hot, humid ro

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Nov 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Virtual Workstations on Meta Quest 3: A Game-Changer?

Imagine transforming your Meta Quest 3 into a powerful, multi-monitor workstation. Microsoft has been cooking up something special and plans to unveil it this December. They’re giving the Quest 3 and Quest 3S users the full capabilities of Windows 11 in a public preview. That means you can connect t

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Nov 19 2024CELEBRITIES

Lindsay Lohan's Youthful Transformation Steals the Show

Lindsay Lohan's recent appearance at the New York City premiere of her Netflix movie "Our Little Secret" has left fans in awe. The 38-year-old actress stunned everyone with her youthful looks, wearing a plunging black gown that accentuated her features. Her makeup was flawless, with peach tones high

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Nov 19 2024SPORTS

How a Breath-Hold Champion Keeps Muscles Strong

Have you ever wondered what happens to the body when you hold your breath for a really long time? A study looked into this by observing a world champion breath-hold diver. This diver can hold their breath for over seven minutes! When we hold our breath, our body goes through two phases: easy-going a

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Nov 19 2024SPORTS

Football Recap: Key Players Shine in Texans-Cowboys Face-Off

Last Monday night's NFL game between the Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys was a night of comebacks and surprising performances. Nico Collins, the Texans' top receiver, made his return after a hamstring injury and quickly boosted the team's offense. Despite being on a snap count, Collins led the tea

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Nov 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Mildred Burke: The Woman Who Shook Up Wrestling

Ever heard of Mildred Burke? Probably not, but her story is a wild ride. Back in the 1930s to 1950s, women's wrestling wasn't even legal in most places. But Burke didn't let that stop her. She started as a waitress in Kansas, dreaming of a bigger life. One day, a wrestling promoter named Billy Wolfe

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Nov 19 2024HEALTH

South Africa's Diversity Dividend: Mental Health and Trust

In post-apartheid South Africa, a fascinating shift is happening. More racial diversity in neighborhoods is linked to less mental stress. This isn't just a theory; it's backed by five years of data from the National Income Dynamics Survey. But why? The answer might surprise you. It turns out, trust

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