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Dec 22 2024SCIENCE

Light and the Brain: How Infrared Helps with Anxiety

Did you know that light can influence your brain and mood? Scientists have found that shining infrared light on a specific part of the brain, called the hippocampus, can boost the growth of new brain cells. This part of the brain is linked to mood disorders, and growing new cells there can help redu

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

The Puzzle of RORA: A Unique Combination of Developmental Challenges and Seizures

RORA is a gene that helps the brain's cerebellum develop and work properly. Recently, scientists found a group of people with a rare condition linked to RORA. This condition, called RORA-related neurodevelopmental disorder or RORA-NDD, affects how the brain develops and causes unusual movements call

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Dec 22 2024SCIENCE

The Hidden Story of Celery: From Roots to Leaves

Celery, a key player in the vegetable world, has many forms. There's common celery, known for its solid, crisp stalks, celeriac with its fleshy, underground stems, and leaf celery, which has long, hollow stalks. Here's where things get interesting: scientists recently created a detailed map of the c

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Insulin's Hidden Potential: Boosting Oral Bone Healing

Oral bone tissue loss is a big problem. It can happen due to conditions like osteoporosis, tooth removal, or even being overweight. Traditional fixes have issues like hurting the donor site or causing inflammation. Now, scientists are exploring new materials that mimic natural bone. One standout is

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

AI's Unexpected Discoveries in 2024

In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) showed its power in surprising ways. Scientists used AI and X-rays to read ancient scrolls from Herculaneum, Italy, that were buried by the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. These scrolls are so delicate they can't be unrolled, but AI helped decode over 2, 000 c

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

App Upgrade: Watching Your Health Just Got Easier

Ever wondered how well your body is ready for a workout or a good rest? Gentler Streak, a popular wellness tracker, just got better. With its latest update, version 5. 1, users can now see their health trends over 7 or 14 days. Before, you could only get a 10-day look. But it's not just the time fra

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Next-Gen Fighter Engines: A Revolution in Combat Capability

Imagine a fighter jet that can switch from soaring high speeds to long-range cruising in an instant. That's the promise of adaptive engine technology, which aims to power the next generation of combat aircraft. These engines, developed by companies like General Electric (GE) and Pratt & Whitney, are

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Irmo Fire Department's New Tech: A Lifesaver for Drivers

Imagine you're driving and suddenly, your phone pings. Not a text, but a warning that an emergency vehicle is nearby. That's the magic of the new "HASS Alert" system the Irmo Fire Department is rolling out. This tiny tech sends alerts to popular apps like Apple Maps and Waze. What's the big deal? It

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Dec 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Movies and Shows: A Weekend Binge Guide

Get ready for a movie marathon! There's a bunch of new stuff hitting our screens this weekend. If you're into comedy-dramas, check out "Between the Temples" on Netflix. It's a heartwarming story about a cantor rediscovering his faith after a tough loss. Looking for something more dramatic? "The Six

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Biden's Office Retreats from Protecting Trans Athletes and Debt Cancellation Plans

President Joe Biden is abandoning his efforts to safeguard transgender athletes' rights and wipe out student debt for millions of Americans. This move is part of a broader plan to withdraw pending regulations before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. The White House fears Trump could quickly

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