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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

N64 Gaming Gets a Modern Twist

The Analogue 3D is a sleek, modern solution for playing original Nintendo 64 games on today's TVs. It's designed to fix the blurry, distorted images that often appear when connecting an old N64 to a new flat-screen TV. The device uses advanced FPGA technology to accurately mimic the N64's hardware, providing a crisp and clear gaming experience. The Analogue 3D stand...

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Jul 18 2025HEALTH

Why Heart Doctors Aren't Using a Life-Saving Treatment

Heart failure is a big deal, especially for folks over 50. It's a top reason people end up in the hospital, and it can make life pretty tough. There's a treatment called Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) that can really help, but not enough doctors are using it. The usual ways to get doctors to use it more haven't worked so well. So, what's the deal? Maybe we n...

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May 12 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Durvalumab on Lung Cancer Patients with KRAS Mutations

Lung cancer is a complex disease. It is not one-size-fits-all. Stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a prime example. It is a mixed bag of different subgroups. Some respond well to treatment. Others do not. This is why identifying these subgroups is so important. It helps doctors tailor treatments to each patient's needs. One treatment that has show...

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Mar 04 2025CRIME

Boston's Battle Against Spreading Crime and Drug Use

Boston has been on a journey to tackle crime and drug use since clearing the Mass. and Cass encampment. This wasn't an easy task. The city's leaders, including Mayor Michelle Wu and Police Commissioner Michael Cox, have been busy addressing the spillover effects that have popped up in other areas. They've been working hard to make sure that Boston stays safe for ever...

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Vein Trouble: Kids and Machine Learning

Firstly, think about how small kids have to deal with central venous access devices (CVADs), which are basically tubes that go into a big vein. These devices are super important for giving medicine and nutrients, but they can cause serious problems like blood clots, known as CRT. So, spotting who might get these clots early is a big deal. Now, let's talk about how w...

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

The New Face of Heart Health: Guidelines on ICDs, CRT, and Pacing

You might be wondering, what's the best way to keep hearts beating steadily? Well, a group of experts got together to hash out some new rules for using gadgets like implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), and pacemakers. They published these guidelines, called "Appropriate Use Criteria, " in 2025. Now, you're probably...

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Sheep, Goats, and Cows: Fighting Worms in Ethiopia's Shared Pastures

In the heart of Ethiopia, a unique farming system thrives where sheep, goats, and cattle share the same pastures. This communal grazing practice is the backbone of many people's livelihoods. However, a tiny yet powerful foe threatens this sustainable setup: gastrointestinal nematodes, or worms. With the global rise of anthelmintic resistance (AR), the situation becom...

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Boosting Heart Health: A Different Approach to Exercise and Pain Relief

Heart failure can make it hard for people to do much physical activity because they get very out of breath and tired. This happens when the tiny blood vessels in the body aren't doing their job right, and the muscles can't get the energy they need. Myofascial release techniques (MRT) are a way to improve blood flow by lessening tension in the fascia, the connective t...

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Could CT Scans Predict Recurrence After Anal Cancer Treatment?

It's a dicey situation for many people with anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC). Even after treatment with chemoradiotherapy (CRT), about 3 in 10 patients face a recurrence. Unfortunately, the current tools doctors use to predict who might relapse aren't very effective. So, a group of researchers decided to explore a new approach. They focused on information gathered...

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Oct 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Analogue's New N64 in 4K: Launching in 2025

Ever thought about playing your old Nintendo 64 games with a modern 4K upgrade? Well, get ready! Analogue, known for its retro console remakes, is launching the Analogue 3D early next year. This isn't a typical console; it's a sleek, updated version of the classic N64. What's the hype? It can turn your favorite old games into stunning 4K visuals! The console is set ...

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