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Dec 13 2024SPORTS

Heart Rate and Speed: Tracking Kayak Training

Hey, young athletes! Ever wondered how your heart rate responds to your kayaking speed and power? Well, let's dive into a study that explored these connections. Nine top kayakers were monitored during their interval training sessions, ranging from easy to super challenging levels. Their heart rates,

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Beware the Sting: What's Done in the Name of Exposing Fake Research

You might think using sting operations to unveil fake research is a good idea, right? Wrong! It's like fighting fire with fire, and it can cause more harm than good. Biomedical research depends heavily on trust, both from fellow scientists and the public. When researchers cook up false claims, they

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

Mayor Postpones Budget Vote to Monday Amidst Council Dubiety

Mayor Brandon Johnson and his allies decided to delay the final vote on the 2025 budget until Monday, instead of voting as expected on Friday. Johnson's budget plan includes a $68. 5 million property tax hike and other fee and tax increases. This decision follows an extended and contentious budget s

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Dec 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is Microsoft's New Screenshot Tool Safe?

You might be thinking about using Microsoft's new screenshot tool, Recall. It's back after being delayed due to security issues. But is it safe? Some users say it's still not secure enough. The tool is supposed to automatically stop screenshotting when it sees sensitive information like credit card

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

New Hope in the Fight Against Diabetes: Computers Help Find Better Medicines

Diabetes is a big problem around the world, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) has been on the rise for the past 30 years. Currently, doctors use many types of pills to help control blood sugar, like GLP-1 agonists, biguanides, and others. But scientists are now looking at new targets, like a protein called

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Moms and Kids: Navigating the Ultra-Processed Food Maze

When it comes to buying food for their kids, moms play a big role. They're the ones who usually decide what goes into the shopping cart. A study recently looked at how moms handle their kids' requests for ultra-processed foods, like cookies, cakes, and sugary drinks. These foods are often high in su

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Baking Up a Lab: How Protein Clumps Stabilize Micro-Tiny Bubbles

Have you ever thought about how cells manage to turn food into energy? They're like tiny factories, taking in chemicals and converting them into useful stuff. Scientists have been trying to copy this trick by creating teeny bubbles called microcompartments. These bubbles can grow and change, just li

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Dec 13 2024BUSINESS

Costco's Q1 2025: Shoppers Spend More at Home

Costco's first-quarter earnings surprised Wall Street with better-than-expected results, as shoppers spent more on jewelry, luggage, and furniture. The company's Chief Financial Officer, Gary Millerchip, noted that customers are being selective with their purchases but are willing to spend on unique

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Tracking Buprenorphine in Moms and Babies: A New Hair Testing Method

Pregnant women dealing with opioid use disorder often rely on Buprenorphine (BUP). Keeping an eye on how much BUP they're taking during pregnancy is super important. It helps make sure they're getting the right dose and staying healthy. One way to do this is by looking at hair samples. Hair can show

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Unraveling CapG: A Staph Enzyme's Unfolding Story

CapG, a key enzyme from Staphylococcus aureus, folds and unfolds in a complex dance. This protein, which helps the bacteria build its defence shield, changes shape based on its concentration and surroundings. Scientists studied a replica of CapG, called rCapG, and found it can exist in many forms, f

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