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Jan 23 2025SCIENCE

The Long and Short of Gamma-Ray Bursts: A Tale of Brightness

Scientists have been studying the lengths of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) detected by the BATSE experiment on NASA's Compton Gamma Ray Observatory. They measured the time it takes for 5% to 95% of the burst's light to arrive, known as T90 duration, and the time for 25% to 75% (called T50), from both brig

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

US to Prosecute Mayors Who Resist Deportations

The US Department of Justice is ramping up its effort to go after state and local officials who refuse to help with Trump's immigration crackdown. In a recent memo, the acting deputy attorney general, Emil Bove, instructed federal prosecutors across the country to investigate and potentially charge

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Refugees Left Stranded after U. S. Travel Ban

Imagine you've been fleeing danger and waiting for years to start a new life in America. Many refugees had already been approved and booked their flights. But this week, the Trump administration hit the pause button on refugee travel. Thousands are now stuck, including over 1, 600 Afghans who helped

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Jan 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

New Nintendo Games in 2025? What Retailer Listings Reveal

Lately, everyone's been buzzing about the upcoming Switch 2. But one big question remains: what games will it come with? Nintendo's been pretty quiet about that. However, a sneaky look at retailer Newegg's website reveals some interesting titles they think you might want to buy with your Nintendo eS

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Calming Political Anxiety: Tips from a Psychologist

Political turmoil causing you stress? A psychologist shares strategies he uses with clients to manage their political distress. Back in the Reagan era, political worries weren’t common among his clients. But times have changed, and now, political distress is a shared mental health concern for many A

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Celebrating 50 Years of Surgery in Brazil: A Journey Through RCBC

The Journal of the Brazilian College of Surgeons (RCBC) is celebrating a big milestone: 50 years of continuous publication! Let's dive into its journey and see how it became a prominent voice in the world of medicine. RCBC started out as a national publication, focusing on surgical developments in

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Jan 23 2025WEATHER

Snow in the Sunshine State: Florida's Rare Weather Event

Florida, typically known for its sunny beaches, has recently experienced something unusual: snow. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for the northern part of Florida, warning of hazardous winter weather including snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Early Wednesday, light snow continued

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Jan 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hear Shygirl, Isabella Lovestory, and PinkPantheress in Their New Track

Shygirl, known for her distinctive style in the London club music scene, has just dropped a new song called "True Religion. " She's teamed up with fellow artists Isabella Lovestory and PinkPantheress for this track, which will be part of her upcoming EP, Club Shy Room 2. This EP is the follow-up to

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

HIV and Sugar Metabolism: What's the Deal in China?

You might be wondering, what's the link between HIV and how our bodies handle sugar? A recent study in China aimed to clear up some confusion. This wasn't just any study; it involved multiple healthcare centers and compared HIV-positive folks on antiviral therapy with healthy people. The big questio

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Trump's Warning: Potential Economic Hits if Russia-Ukraine Conflict Persists

Former U. S. President Donald Trump recently posted on social media, cautioning Russia about possible sanctions and tariffs if the ongoing conflict with Ukraine doesn't stop soon. He suggests that ending the war through a deal is the ideal solution, but if that doesn't happen, economic penalties are

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