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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

How Heat and Cold Shape Fish Babies' Genes

Mangrove forests are not the most stable places for fish to live. The temperature can change a lot from day to day and from season to season. Fish that live there have to be tough. They have to be able to adapt to these changes quickly. One way they do this is through something called plasticity

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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Secrets of Magnetic Materials

In the world of magnetic materials, there are some hidden rules that govern how they behave. These rules are all about symmetry. Symmetry is like a secret code that helps scientists understand how magnetic materials work. It is important to understand the symmetry of magnetic materials because it af

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Jun 10 2025EDUCATION

Stress Busters in the Classroom: A Mexican School's Experiment

The use of therapy in schools is not a new concept. However, a recent experiment in Mexico took a unique approach to tackle a serious issue. The experiment was designed to see if brief, daily sessions of a specific therapy could help students who were dealing with a lot of stress from violence in

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Jun 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Power of Time: How Old Trees Boost Stream Health

Riverside forests are super important for keeping streams healthy. Yet, scientists are still figuring out how these forests help tiny tropical streams bounce back from damage. The focus was on 15 different areas in southeastern Brazil. These areas were grouped based on how old their forests are. The

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Jun 09 2025POLITICS

The New Travel Restrictions: What You Need to Know

A new travel ban is now active, affecting people from 19 countries. This ban, announced after a recent attack in Colorado, is part of a broader effort to tighten security. The list of affected countries can change over time, depending on various factors. The ban primarily targets countries in Afric

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Jun 09 2025HEALTH

Does Mental Exhaustion Lead to Overindulgence in Kids?

A recent exploration into the eating habits of young people has challenged some common assumptions. The focus was on whether mental exhaustion affects how much and what types of food kids consume. The idea is that when kids are mentally tired, they might eat more, especially junk food. The study in

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Jun 09 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Microwaves on Andean Tubers

Cubio, an Andean tuber, is full of good stuff like phytochemicals and antioxidants. But, it needs special care to keep it fresh. One way to do this is by blanching. This process can change the tuber's color and might mess with its good-for-you compounds. So, it's important to figure out the best

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Jun 09 2025SCIENCE

The Resilience of Exiled Scientists: Pharmacologists Under Nazi Rule

The persecution of Jewish and dissenting German pharmacologists during the Nazi era (1933-1945) had a profound impact on their professional lives. The oldest pharmacological journal, Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, was established in 1873. It has a rich history and has published nume

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Jun 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tire Rubber Trash: A Hidden Threat to Our Environment

Tire crumb rubber is a big part of our environment. It's in playgrounds, sports fields, and even roads. But did you know it might be spreading antibiotic resistance? This is a serious issue. Phages, or viruses that infect bacteria, can spread antibiotic resistance genes. These genes make bacteria to

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Jun 08 2025POLITICS

Abandoned Allies: Afghan Helpers Struggle with US Travel Ban

The United States has a history of supporting allies in times of war. But now, some Afghans who aided the U. S. feel left in the cold. A recent travel ban has added to their worries. This ban stops people from Afghanistan and 11 other countries from entering the U. S. This has left many Afghans feel

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