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Feb 12 2025SCIENCE

Spinning Science: A New Twist on Drug Testing

Imagine a lab where tiny cells are treated with different amounts of new drugs. Researchers check how these cells react on a spinning disk. Scientists need to find out how these drug concentrations affect the cells. A spinning device creates this environment swiftly. Usually, this happens by hand, t

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Feb 11 2025POLITICS

Just Drop It: Why The Feds Let New York Mayor Off The Hook

Yikes! The Justice Department recently got involved, telling federal prosecutors to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. This is a big deal because the Justice Department usually doesn't let powerful people off the hook, even if they are doing important work like helping w

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Feb 11 2025SPORTS

Super Bowl 2025: Eagles & Chiefs Complete the Picks

The 2025 NFL draft opens with Tennessee Titans, who dominated in 2025 by having the easiest schedule in the league. The Titans are set to win the 2025 NFL draft but they had to tie with the Cleveland Browns and the New York Giants. In the 2025 Super Bowl the Philadelphia Eagles won to earn the 32nd

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Feb 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Drought Watch: The New Kid on the Block, TMSDI

One of the key facts regarding how we experience the natural world is that droughts are notably disruptive and impact many things from the environment to how we live our daily social lives. First things first, droughts are very complex. This is especially true when we attempt to monitor them and an

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

A New Tool for Fighting Alcohol Cravings

Alcohol use disorder remains a major public health challenge in the United States. There are a number of new medications undergoing clinical trials. One promising example is semaglutide, the main ingredient in Ozempic. The drug's success in treating type 2 diabetes has paved the way for its explo

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Driving Fears and Lost Paths

More people than we think grapple with a condition called developmental topographical disorientation (DTD). People with DTD get easily confused and disoriented, which can lead to major psychological issues. This can cause frustration and feelings of failure. It's essential to understand how spatia

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Feb 11 2025SPORTS

The Convincing Comeback: UFC Fighter Dricus Du Plessis

First off, let's talk about Dricus. He's got some serious moves. He's originally from South Africa. He kicked some serious butt and punched his way to a good win. The match was a rematch. It was a big deal because both fighters are good. Dricus dominated Strickland in their second fight.

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Feb 11 2025SPORTS

Mikaela Shiffrin Faces Mental Hurdles After Serious Ski Crash

Mikaela Shiffrin has been grappling with the aftermath of a severe crash in Vermont. The incident, which happened two months ago, has left her with more than just physical injuries. She's been dealing with something more profound—mental obstacles. Her decision to pull out of the giant slalom at the

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Weight Loss Shots: A Growing Concern for Eye Health

A growing number of people have been reporting severe eye issues after using popular weight loss injections Ozempic and Mounjaro. These drugs, known for their effectiveness in helping people shed pounds, have now been linked to conditions like nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy or NAION

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Feb 11 2025CELEBRITIES

Kendrick Lamar Shocks Super Bowl with Bold Moves and Hidden Messages

Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show at the Super Bowl was a spectacle that kept viewers on the edge of their seats. His performance didn’t hold back from addressing controversial topics, such as the ongoing legal battle with Drake over the “Not Like Us” track, which includes serious allegations that Drak

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