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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Clear Aligners vs. Braces: How They Affect Jaw Joints in Teeth Straightening

Ever wondered how different teeth straightening methods impact your jaw joints? Clear aligners, or CAs, have become super popular in the last few decades. But, there's not much solid evidence on how they affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is like the hinge that connects your jaw to your

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Nov 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Australia to Limit Kids' Social Media Access at 16

You might be surprised to learn that the Australian government wants to ban kids under 16 from using social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese thinks social media is harming kids, so he wants a new law. This law, to be discussed in Parliament starting November 18, would make it tough for kids un

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Nov 14 2024SCIENCE

Heat-Killed Bacteria Alters Zebrafish Body Clock Genes

Inside our bodies, there's something called the circadian clock. It's like a tiny timekeeper that controls our daily rhythms and interacts with our environment. When we talk about infection, it can change how these 'clock' genes work. In zebrafish, this is affected by light. Scientists wanted to see

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

How a Crypto Casino is Cashing In on Your Memes

Ever notice how some memes on X seem to have a crypto casino logo stuck on them? Meet Stake, a casino worth over $2. 6 billion, founded by Australian entrepreneurs. They've been using memes to advertise, even though it's legally and morally questionable. Kids looking at memes are now seeing ads for

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Politicians' Mental Health: A Closer Look at the Pressures of Office

Have you ever wondered how political leaders handle the intense pressure of their jobs? We often see lawmakers and officials under bright lights, making big decisions. But what about the mental toll? Most people don't realize that being in office can expose politicians to unique challenges that can

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Food Choices and Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Genetic Perspective

Eating habits play a big role in how rheumatoid arthritis (RA) starts and progresses. Many studies have looked at food and RA, but they often use methods that make it hard to prove cause and effect. Plus, different foods in the same category can have different effects on RA. Some common foods and dr

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Nov 14 2024SPORTS

Eye Health in Warmblood Horses: A South African Study

Warmblood horses, known for their prowess in equestrian sports, have been the focus of a recent study in South Africa. This research targeted a gap in current knowledge, as no previous studies have specifically looked into the eye health of this breed. The study aimed to shed light on common eye iss

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

North Korea Joins Russia's Fight: What This Means for Ukraine

Spokesperson from the U. S. State Department, Vedant Patel, shared alarming news on Tuesday, November 12. North Korea has decided to add fuel to Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine by sending over 10, 000 soldiers. These troops are currently stationed in eastern Russia, specifically in the Kursk Oblas

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Nov 13 2024BUSINESS

Indian Food Delivery Giant Swiggy's Shares Hit New Heights After IPO

Swiggy, the popular Indian food delivery service backed by SoftBank, started its market journey with a bang. Its shares zoomed over 9% on their Wednesday debut. This impressive leap followed a hugely successful IPO, ranking as India's second-largest for the year. Swiggy raised a whopping 113. 27 bil

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Doctors Defend Colleague in Vaccination Funding Dispute

A group of physicians from Greenwood Medical Centre has come forward to support Dr. Elaine Ma, a doctor from Kingston. The Ontario Ministry of Health is asking Dr. Ma to return the funds she received for running mass COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the Omicron wave. The doctors argue that Dr. Ma

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