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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Fighting Cancer Better by Fighting Smarter

Cancer treatment has changed a lot with immunotherapy. But herein lies the problem. Some patients do not respond well to treatment. This is on top of having to deal with serious side effects caused by the immune system going into overdrive. Scientists have found a novel way to tackle this

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

What's the Buzz: Cancer Immunotherapy Through Social Media Eyes

The internet has long become a hot spot for people to voice their thoughts, experiences, and questions about cancer immunotherapy. Doctors and researchers might have a clear understanding of this cancer treatment, but what about everyone else? With the rise of immunotherapy in the medical field, it'

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

The Secret Life of Baby Sturgeons: How Warmth Shapes Their Behavior

Baby white sturgeons, known as larvae, are facing new challenges in a warming world, and recent studies have shown that the temperature while they're developing can change how they act later in life. These sturgeons live in big rivers and estuaries along the Pacific coast of North America, and

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

How safe is nuclear imaging? Radiation risks and what we need to know

Let's dive into how nuclear medicine affects our bodies. Yes, it sounds strange, but the truth is, they use special materials to look inside the body. In this new study, scientists took a closer look at how radiation affects children and adults differently. If you didn't k

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Karst Beauty Through Your Eyes

The World Natural Heritage sites are some of the most stunning places on Earth. They are all unique and cannot be replaced. They have a special look to them and are often visited by tourists. These locations stand out, and one of the most beautiful sites are the karst or limestone landscapes. Locat

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Judge Says Trump's Team Ignored Court Order to Release Billions

The White House found itself in hot water Monday. A federal judge in Rhode Island had some strong words for the Trump administration. He said they'd ignored his clear order to release billions in federal grants. The judge didn't hold back. He ordered government officials to follow what he called th

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Government Workers Facing Uncertain Future With New Administration

Government employees are facing a tough time. They chose their jobs for stability and to serve the country. Now they feel targeted and uncertain. Many federal workers have been offered a deal to resign with full pay and benefits through September. This has created a lot of worry and confusion. The

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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's New Pixel 9a: Goodbye Camera Bar, Hello New Look

Google has been teasing changes to its camera design for its upcoming Pixel 9a. This mid-range smartphone is getting a lot of attention for ditching the old camera bar. This move was spotted in leaked case designs. The case images, which are likely official, show the camera cutout on the left. And

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Voters Face a Tough Choice

Ecuador’s voters have a big decision to make before this election! There will be a runoff on April 13 for the country’s presidency, pitting current president Daniel Noboa against Luísa González. Both of these candidates have managed to beat out fourteen other hopefuls, so it is a huge deal.

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Feb 10 2025SCIENCE

Flies in Flux: How Wiggly Temps Affect Mediterranean Fruit Fly Survival

Imagine trying to raise a bunch of flies indoors. Seems weird, right? Well, scientists have been doing it for years to study pests and create better bug control methods. Normally, they keep the temperature steady, thinking it's best for the bugs. But hold up! The real world isn't like that. So, they

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