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Jul 25 2025HEALTH

Gene Tweaks and Pimples: What's the Link for Night Shift Workers?

Ever wondered why some people get acne and others don't? It might have something to do with their genes and their work schedule. A recent study took a closer look at gas station workers and found some interesting stuff about acne and genes related to body clocks. Two genes, MTNR1A and CLOCK, play a

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Jul 24 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Harm: How Lead Poisoning Shaped a Musical Legend

Lead poisoning is a big deal. It's not just an old problem. It's still around today. And it can mess with your health in a serious way. Take Beethoven, for example. He was a musical genius. But his health problems might have been linked to lead poisoning. That's a big deal. It shows how lead can sne

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Jul 24 2025EDUCATION

The Unseen Struggle: School Leaders and Their Daily Battles

School leaders in Türkiye are facing a silent crisis. They are constantly juggling emotions, which is taking a toll on their well-being. This isn't just about long hours or tough decisions. It's about the invisible work of managing feelings, both their own and those of others. This emotional labor i

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Jul 24 2025HEALTH

What Do Doctors in Training Really Think About Learning Pelvic Anatomy?

Doctors in training, specifically those specializing in women's health and childbirth, have a big task ahead of them. They need to understand the ins and outs of the pelvic area. This knowledge is super important. It helps them do surgeries well and keeps patients safe. A recent study wanted to fin

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Jul 24 2025CRIME

Catching a Cyber Shadow: Big Bust in Ukraine

In a major win for cybercrime fighters, Ukraine just caught a big fish. They grabbed the suspected boss of XSS. is, a shady online hangout for crooks. This wasn't a quick grab. It took four years of digging, with help from France and Europol. XSS. is has been around since 2013. It's like a bad guy'

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Jul 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change Lawsuit: A New Path for Vulnerable Countries

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has made a big decision. Countries can now take each other to court over climate change. This includes historic emissions of gases that warm the planet. The judge in the Hague, Netherlands, said it's tricky to figure out who caused what. But the ruling is a b

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Jul 23 2025SCIENCE

A Billionaire's Long-Awaited Space Adventure

Justin Sun, the crypto mogul, is finally set to embark on a journey to space. He paid a whopping $28 million for a seat on Blue Origin's New Shepard spacecraft. This is not his first attempt. He was supposed to fly in 2021 but had to cancel due to scheduling issues. Then, he planned to go in 2022 wi

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Jul 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

Vanuatu's Fight Against Climate Change: A Struggle for Survival

Vanuatu, a small Pacific island nation, is taking a bold step by turning to the world court for help as climate disasters become more frequent and severe. This move is not legally binding, but it could influence future efforts to hold major polluters responsible and secure the funds and actions need

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Jul 22 2025HEALTH

How Feelings and Relationships Shape OCD

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more than just repeated behaviors. It's deeply tied to how people handle emotions and form relationships. Recent studies have shown that how well someone manages their feelings and their attachment style can give clues about how severe their OCD symptoms might

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Jul 21 2025CRIME

A Dark Day in Dhaka: School Tragedy Strikes

In Dhaka, a terrible accident happened. A training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a school. This happened in the afternoon when classes were in session. The jet, made in China, took off and then crashed into Milestone School and College. At least 19 people died, most of them students

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