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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

The Brush-Off: Why Teens in Malaysia Aren't Brushing Enough

Malaysians adolescents at school aren't brushing their teeth well enough. This is a real problem. It means they are brushing less than twice a day. This habit can lead to big oral health problems later in life. This in turn causes people to have a lower quality of life and less self-esteem.

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Feb 01 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather Bliss and Sunny Days Ahead

You're in for a treat this weekend! Weather conditions are near perfect for activities outside. Temperatures will start chilly in the morning but expect a dramatic increase to around 70 degrees in the afternoon and evening. This warmth will last throughout the night as skies remain clear.

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Feb 01 2025SCIENCE

Food Ads: Who's Influencing Our Teens?

Imagine this: you're a teenager, and you're scrolling through your phone. Suddenly, you see an advertisement for a tasty snack. It features a familiar face - a celebrity or someone who looks just like you. This scenario happens all the time, and it's not just about snacks. It's about how food compan

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Sweet Drinks, Weak Grip, and Mental Health

In the dense forests of western China an unexpected adventure is happening, A group of young people are struggling. They are known as rural adolescents and they are facing serious issues with their mental health. These issues have been getting worse all over the world. But it's not just

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Jan 31 2025SCIENCE

Secrets Exposed: How Teens See Digital Harassment

Teenagers think the online world may be a place to explore but they often land into trouble. Sharing sexual content is part of the teen conversations online. The content start off as consensual between teens. However, things can go wrong. It turns the situation from being consensual sexti

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Jan 30 2025CRIME

Driver Trapped in Sinkhole

Every body needs to think about the house we live in. Not the buildings but the systems that keep them going. Like the sewers. In most cities like this one, large pipes carry water away from our homes. This system takes away something we wont talk about. The city has a

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Jan 30 2025SCIENCE

Detecting Tetracyclines in Food: A New Way with Zn-MOFs

Do you know what's lurking in your food? Tetracyclines, a type of antibiotic used in livestock, can leave traces in the food we eat. Traditional detection methods are complicated and time-consuming. That's where Zn-BTC-BDC-NH2, or ZTD, comes in. This special material, made from zinc and organic liga

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

What Shapes Decisions About Gender-Affirming Surgery for Teens?

Ever wondered what influences teens' decisions to undergo gender-affirming surgery? A thorough look into the topic reveals that family, religion, and healthcare providers play significant roles. Let's dive in! First, family support is a big deal. Acceptance and encouragement from parents and siblin

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Extra-Family Factors in Teens' Mental Health Post-Foster Care

Psychiatric disorders are a big concern for public health. We know childhood challenges can raise the risk of these disorders. But have you ever thought about how other factors outside the family might play a role? A study looked at this by using out-of-home care (OHC) as a way to understand these c

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Jan 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

Japan's Saitama City Faces Sinkhole Drama

In a sudden turn of events, a sinkhole the size of a large swimming pool opened up in Saitama City, Japan, on Tuesday morning. The unexpected collapse happened at a busy intersection, catching a truck off guard and pulling it down. This enormous crater, stretching about 32 feet wide and 16 feet deep

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