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Dec 24 2024HEALTH

Checking Skin: How Aware is Pakistan?

You've probably heard of skin cancer, but do you know about the worst type called melanoma? It's scary stuff, because it can spread fast and can be deadly. Regularly checking your moles can help, but not many folks in Pakistan know about it. A study done at Lahore General Hospital in 2022 found that

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Dec 24 2024POLITICS

Bill Clinton in Hospital: Health Check Due to Fever

Bill Clinton, the 78-year-old former president, was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, on Monday. His close associates revealed that he developed a fever and is under observation. Angel Urena, a spokesperson, stated that Clinton is doing well and is anticipated to

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Dec 24 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Christopher Nolan's Next Adventure: 'The Odyssey' for Universal

Get ready for an epic journey! Christopher Nolan's new film for Universal is taking on 'The Odyssey', a timeless tale originally penned by Homer around the 8th century BCE. This mythic action adventure will be filmed using cutting-edge IMAX technology and is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026. The

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Dec 24 2024SPORTS

How Motherhood Shapes Athlete Stories: A Deep Dive into Media Narratives

In recent times, as stories about athlete mothers gain traction in the media, researchers are delving into these reports to understand better how society views motherhood in sports. This study takes a unique approach by examining the experiences of Canadian athletes like boxer Mandy Bujold and baske

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Dec 24 2024SCIENCE

Disulfide Bonds: A New Trick with Water Droplets

Ever heard of disulfide bonds? They're super important in biochemistry, making proteins do their jobs. Usually, making them needs oxygen, chemicals, or special catalysts. But scientists found something cool: water droplets can do it all by themselves! No extra stuff needed, just water and room tempe

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Dec 23 2024SCIENCE

Discovering a Saber-Toothed Pioneer: Pre-Dinosaur Predators

Imagine stepping back in time, way before dinosaurs ruled the Earth. There, you'd find a saber-toothed beast that was one of the first mammal-like creatures. This isn't a story from a fantasy book; it's real history! Recently, scientists unearthed a fossil on the sunny Mediterranean island of Mallor

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Dec 23 2024SPORTS

Bucs' Streak Snapped: Cowboys' Win Ties Division Lead

In a surprising turn of events, the Cowboys secured a 26-24 victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday night. This win not only ended Tampa Bay's four-game winning streak but also placed them in a tie for first place in the NFC South with the Falcons. Both Tampa Bay and Atlanta now share an 8-7 record, w

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Dec 23 2024CRIME

Germany's Christmas Market Attack: A Puzzling Incident

On Monday, mourners paid their respects near the site of the tragic Christmas market attack in Magdeburg. Investigators are still trying to figure out why a Saudi doctor, who has lived in Germany since 2006, drove into the bustling market, killing five people and injuring up to 235 others. This atta

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

Evanston's Journey: Reparations in Action

Evanston, a city in Illinois, has been making history with its reparations program. The program aims to rectify past racial injustices, specifically those that occurred between 1919 and 1969. During this time, the city pushed Black residents into a specific neighborhood and used discriminatory housi

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

New FBI Nominee: Retribution on the Menu?

Recently, Donald Trump's nominee for FBI Director, Kash Patel, has been vocal about seeking retribution against those who investigated Trump or supported those investigations. While this nomination is still pending, it raises questions about the new administration's goals. Patel has even mentioned l

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