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Jan 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Russia's Gaming Consoles: A New Tale of Homegrown Tech

Let's take a look at what's happening in the world of Russian gaming tech. The country is working on creating its own game consoles, but it seems they might not be collectors' items just yet. One of these devices uses the Elbrus processor, which isn't exactly a powerhouse like the CPUs from Intel or

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Jan 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Belkin's Retro-Cool Power Bank: A Stylish Charge for Your iPhone

At CES 2025, Belkin unveiled their Stage PowerGrip, a power bank designed to look like an old-fashioned camera. It's not just about looks; this gadget snaps onto the back of iPhones 12 and newer, offering wireless or wired charging. With a 10, 000mAh cell, it can charge an iPhone at least one and a

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Jan 06 2025CRIME

Vegas Truck Blast: A Veteran's Solemn Message

On Wednesday, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The driver, Matthew Alan Livelsberger, a decorated combat veteran, died in the blast. Seven others were injured. Livelsberger, who was struggling with PTSD, left behind letters expressing his political view

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Surprising Differences in Latin American and European Gastric Cancer

Have you ever stopped to think that your location could determine how your body fights against cancer? A recent study funded by Horizon 2020, a collaborative project spanning Europe and Latin America (LATAM), has found some surprising differences in how gastric cancer behaves in these two regions.

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Jan 06 2025BUSINESS

How a Teenager Turned His Dad's Small Store into a Huge Sports Empire

Ed Stack didn't love working at his dad's tiny sporting goods store. But after college, he returned and, with his siblings, bought the business. They renamed it Dick's Sporting Goods and grew it into a massive chain with over 860 locations. What's the secret to their success? Ed shares eight key les

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

How New Combinations Lead to Discoveries

Ever wondered how we stumble upon new things? It turns out, it's not just about finding something for the first time. Sometimes, new discoveries come from mixing things we already know. Let's call these "higher-order novelties. " Imagine you've got apples and oranges. You might know about each fruit

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Jan 06 2025WEATHER

Weather Update: Mild Temps Ahead with Mainly Clear Skies

It's been a sunny weekend in EAU CLAIRE, Wis. , thanks to a big high pressure system to the northwest. Temperatures have been chilly, hovering in the teens, but that's about to change. As we move into the new week, the air will warm up, bringing us closer to average temperatures. Winds will also eas

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

The Microscopic Magic Behind Aged Liupao Tea

Think tea is just tea? Think again. Scientists have discovered that Liupao tea, much like your favorite wine, improves with age. How does it do that? Tiny bacteria work their magic over nine years, transforming 18 compounds in the tea. The result? A sweeter, smoother brew that's sure to delight your

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Hydrophilic Compounds in Fu Brick Tea: A Journey Through China's Tea Regions

Fu Brick Tea, or FBT, is a popular beverage in China, but not much is known about the hydrophilic compounds it contains. These compounds are water-loving and can affect the tea's taste and health benefits. Scientists used advanced methods to study 73 FBT samples from six major Chinese tea-producing

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

The Brain's Tale: Watching Videos Together and Alone

Watching videos can be a solo or group activity. It turns out that how our brains respond to this differs hugely. Scientists decided to take a closer look. They got people to watch short videos and rate how much they anticipated enjoying them and how pleased they felt afterward. The brain activity w

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