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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

HER2: A New Hope for Biliary Tract Cancers?

Biliary tract cancers (BTCs) are a group of cancers that are becoming more common and harder to treat. These cancers are tricky because they have different genetic makeups, making it hard to find the right treatment. Doctors have been looking into the genetic makeup of these cancers to find better w

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Feb 14 2025SCIENCE

Metal Magic: How Copper Frameworks Change with Different Ions

Copper-based metal-organic frameworks, or MOFs, are special because they can change their structure when exposed to different things. This is because they are flexible and have a long-range order. This is different from other inorganic materials. Imagine a Lego structure that can change shape when y

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Seeing and Hearing Better in Long-Term Care

Imagine living in a long-term care facility with dementia. Now, imagine doing it with hearing and vision loss. It's a tough situation, right? Unfortunately, this is a common reality for many residents with dementia (RwD) in long-term care (LTC) facilities. These sensory losses can make daily life ev

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Fermented Soybeans: A Surprising Ally for Menopause

Menopause is a challenging phase for many women, marked by a variety of symptoms. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a common treatment, its potential side effects have sparked interest in alternative remedies. One such remedy is Cheonggukjang, a traditional Korean fermented soybean product.

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Back to the Office: EPA's Big Shift

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a significant change to its work arrangements. Employees who have been working remotely or from home have been given a deadline to return to the office. This decision affects a large number of workers, as the EPA has been known for its flexible work

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Secretary's Flight Turns Back to DC

A plane carrying Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senator Jim Risch had to turn back to Washington late Thursday. The plane, a C-32, a converted Boeing 757, had a problem with the cockpit windshield. This happened about 90 minutes after taking off from Joint Base Andrews. The plane was heading to

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Doctors Are Checking Out: What's Really Happening?

Medical professionals are increasingly taking a step back from their jobs. This isn't about quitting entirely, but rather about doing the bare minimum. It's a sign that something is seriously wrong in the healthcare system. Burnout is a big part of the problem. Doctors are overworked and underap

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Coolers Causing Injuries: What You Need to Know

Igloo Products Corp. has a big problem on their hands. They're recalling over a million rolling coolers. The issue? The tow handle can pinch fingertips, leading to serious injuries. We're talking amputations, lacerations, and bone fractures. The company is working with the U. S. Consumer Product Saf

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Feb 14 2025POLITICS

Education in the Balance: Trump's Plan and McMahon's Mission

The Department of Education is in a state of uncertainty. President Trump has been hinting at shutting it down for a while, and now he might actually do it. He's already signed a bunch of education-related executive orders and is thinking about taking more drastic steps. This week, the Department of

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Feb 14 2025SCIENCE

MXenes: The Future of Energy Storage?

MXenes are super thin materials that are causing a stir in the world of science. They are amazing because they conduct electricity really well, are super strong, and can handle high temperatures. This makes them perfect for storing energy and speeding up chemical reactions. But, there are some big

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