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Feb 28 2025SCIENCE

Smartphone-Powered Health Check: Detecting Thalassemia with Style

Imagine a world where your smartphone can detect serious diseases like thalassemia. This isn't science fiction. Scientists have created a clever way to use smartphones for health checks. They've developed a system that combines special materials and DNA structures to make detecting diseases easie

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Feb 27 2025SPORTS

Brady and Stafford: A Montana Mystery

The NFL world is buzzing with whispers about a potential meeting between legendary quarterback Tom Brady and his potential successor, Matthew Stafford. The rumors started when a reporter claimed that Stafford had visited Brady at his Montana home. This sparked a flurry of reactions, including a de

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Feb 27 2025SCIENCE

What Happens When You Need Shelter From Nuclear Accidents?

Imagine living near a nuclear power plant. You never know when an accident might happen. When it does, you need to know how to stay safe. Radiation is a big concern. It can harm you right away and over time. The amount of radiation you get depends on a few things. Weather and where you are can make

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

A New Hope for Fighting Aggressive Uterine Cancers

There's a new player in the fight against some of the most aggressive forms of uterine cancer. Uterine serous carcinoma and carcinosarcoma are known for being tough to treat and having poor survival rates. These cancers are types of endometrial cancer, which starts in the lining of the uterus. Docto

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Feb 22 2025EDUCATION

Luigi Mangione: From Ivy League to Infamy

Luigi Mangione, a name that has recently grabbed headlines, is a 26-year-old engineer who found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Born and raised in Maryland, Mangione's journey took him from the prestigious halls of the Gilman School to the Ivy League corridors of the University o

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Practice Makes Perfect: Teaching Vets a Crucial Cow Care Skill

When a cow gives birth, things can go wrong. One serious problem is uterine prolapse, where the uterus comes out of the cow's body. This can cause major issues like tissue damage, infections, and even death if not treated. Traditionally, teaching veterinary students to fix this problem has relied on

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Feb 20 2025SCIENCE

How Do People Survive Plane Crashes?

Imagine seeing a plane flip over on the runway and burst into flames. It's a miracle anyone survived, right? Well, believe it or not, 80 people walked away from a recent plane crash in Toronto with only minor injuries. This isn't just luck. Modern planes are designed to be super safe. For s

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Feb 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Autopilot: A Moral Dilemma on the Road

Tesla's Autopilot system, launched in 2015, promised a semi-autonomous driving experience using existing vehicle hardware. However, on March 23, 2018, a tragic incident occurred when a Tesla vehicle, under Autopilot control, crashed into a divider at high speed, resulting in the driver's death. This

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Feb 18 2025SCIENCE

Fixing Flaws in WSe2: A New Way to Boost Performance

Imagine tiny flaws in a material that mess up how well it works. This is a big deal in the world of 2D materials, like WSe2. These flaws, called chalcogenide vacancies, can really mess with how long charge carriers last and how well devices work. Scientists have been trying to fix these flaws. They

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Power of Special Diets for Dogs with Chronic Gut Issues

Dogs with chronic gut problems, known as chronic enteropathies (CE), face a tough battle. These issues cause ongoing or recurring stomach troubles without any clear cause like parasites or infections. A recent study took a close look at a special diet to help these dogs. The study focused on dogs t

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