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Mar 17 2025HEALTH

Kids, Blood Clots, and a Common Lung Infection

When kids get a lung infection from Mycoplasma pneumoniae, it can sometimes lead to serious blood clots in the lungs. This is a rare but important issue that doctors need to watch out for. A group of 36 young patients, mostly boys, experienced this complication. They were all around 7 or 8 years old

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Mar 16 2025SPORTS

Pedaling Power: How Hard Work Affects Cyclists' Performance

Professional cyclists push their bodies to the limit during intense training sessions. These sessions involve a variety of tests, including sprints, torque, and critical power (CP) assessments. The goal is to understand how different factors affect a cyclist's performance. These tests were conducted

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Mar 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Publisher: Time to Move Your Files!

Microsoft has big plans for the future, and unfortunately, Publisher isn't part of them. By October 2026, Microsoft will no longer support Publisher, which means users will be locked out of their . pub files. To avoid losing access to your files, Microsoft suggests converting them to a more accessib

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Mar 16 2025FINANCE

Nationalism's Impact on Inflation: A Closer Look

Larry Fink, a prominent figure in the investment world, recently shared his thoughts on how nationalistic policies in the US could affect inflation. He believes that these policies, such as deporting workers, could lead to higher prices in the coming months. This isn't just about economics; it's abo

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Broadcasting Blackout: The Sudden Shutdown of USAGM Networks

The Voice of America and its sister networks were suddenly locked out of their jobs. Federal officials ordered indefinite suspensions for all full-time staffers. This move affected more than 1, 000 employees across the Voice of America and the Office for Cuba Broadcasting, which runs Radio and Telev

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

John Feinstein: A Legendary Sportswriter's Journey

John Feinstein, a renowned sportswriter, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 69. His brother, Robert, found him at their home in McLean, Virginia. Robert described John as a passionate individual who sparked strong emotions in people. He was known for his deep insights and honest writing style.

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Mental Health and Police Interactions: A New Legal Perspective

A recent proposal in Illinois has sparked debate. A lawmaker has suggested a new bill that could change how police interactions with individuals experiencing mental health episodes are handled. The bill, if passed, would provide a defense for those who attack police officers during such episodes.

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Mar 13 2025HEALTH

Childhood Trauma and Bone Health: The Hidden Connection

Childhood trauma can leave lasting marks on a person's body and mind. This isn't just about feelings or memories. It can also affect how the body grows and heals. One area that scientists are looking into is how childhood trauma might affect bone health. This is where things get interesting. Tiny pa

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Mar 13 2025SPORTS

Unlocking Today's Sports Puzzle: A Fun Challenge!

Are you ready to test your sports knowledge? Today's puzzle is all about sports categories. This puzzle is a great way to see how much you know about different sports. It's no longer in the testing phase, and it's now a regular feature on The Athletic's platform. It's not in the NYT Games app, but

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Mar 13 2025SCIENCE

The Tiny Bosses: How MicroRNAs Control Insect Growth

Insects go through some serious changes as they grow. This isn't just about getting bigger; it's a whole transformation process. MicroRNAs, or miRNAs, are tiny molecules that play a huge role in this process. They work with hormones like 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E) and juvenile hormone (JH) to make sur

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