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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Hippocampal Health: A Fresh Look at First Episode Psychosis

Scientists have long known that problems in the hippocampus, a key part of the brain, are connected to psychosis. It's been noticed that people with psychosis tend to have smaller hippocampal volumes. Some think this shrinkage could be caused by too much glutamate, a chemical that helps brain cells

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Nov 23 2024SCIENCE

Exploring Magnetoelectric Properties in SrRuO3/BaTiO3/SrTiO3/SrRuO3 Interfaces

Listen up, young minds! Scientists have been really interested in a special type of junction called all-oxide ferroelectric tunnel junctions. These junctions are made of materials like SrRuO3, BaTiO3, and SrTiO3, and they're great for high-density, low-power applications. Why? Because they can be fi

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Nov 22 2024SPORTS

The Sixers' 2025 First Round Pick: A Crucial Basketball Lesson

The Philadelphia 76ers are facing a tough reality: their future first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft might not stay with them. Let's rewind to 2020 when the Sixers traded Al Horford to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The deal seemed like a win-win, but it came with a cost—their 2025 first-round pick, t

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Nov 18 2024BUSINESS

Emirates: What Makes It Fly High?

Dubai's Emirates stands out as one of the world's best airlines. They don't just use planes—they fly the Airbus A380 and Boeing 777, two of the most iconic widebody jets. With over 100 of each, they stick to these models. Emirates has a reputation for high-class cabins, great in-flight entertainment

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Nov 18 2024SCIENCE

Speeding up LTC Calculations with Machine Learning

Imagine you're trying to figure out how well a crystal can conduct heat. Traditionally, scientists use complex calculations called first-principles to predict this property, called lattice thermal conductivity (LTC). These calculations need a lot of computational power, especially when you want to e

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Judge Stops Louisiana's Ten Commandments Classroom Rule

A federal judge in Louisiana has put a temporary halt to a new law that would require public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments. The judge, John W. deGravelles, said the law is likely unconstitutional because it promotes one religion. This means the law can't go into effect while the

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Nov 08 2024SCIENCE

How Our Opinions Shift with Conversations

Imagine a lot of people, each with their own thoughts. They're all linked, like a big social network. The Deffuant model helps us understand how their opinions change over time. Here's an interesting fact: their thoughts aren't just numbers; they're specific and can vary by topic. When they chat wit

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Nov 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Drew Barrymore's Kids and Adam Sandler's Kids: A Movie Night Surprise

Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, who co-starred in the 2004 film "50 First Dates, " have kids who are now having their own movie nights. Recently, Drew walked into a scene where her kids and Adam's daughter were enjoying the same rom-com they made together years ago. She was both surprised and delig

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Nov 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Melania Trump's Path to Self-Care: A New Perspective

Melania Trump, the former first lady, has just released a book that offers a unique glimpse into her life. Starting from her early days in America at age 26, right up to the recent assassination attempt on her husband, Donald Trump, the book shares insights into how she maintains her mental and psyc

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Oct 30 2024LIFESTYLE

The Date That Lasted 45 Seconds: A Modern Dating Tale

Meet Maggie, a lady from Auburn, Alabama, who experienced the quickest first date in history—a whopping 45 seconds! She met her date from a dating app outside a restaurant. He hugged her, asked if she was hungry, and off they went inside. But suddenly, he changed his mind. He apologized, saying he w

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