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Feb 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cree Elders' Wisdom: Food, Culture, and Community

In the heart of Manitoba, a group of Cree elders shared their wisdom in 2020. They spoke about the deep connection between food and their way of life. This isn't just about eating. It's about identity, spirituality, and taking care of the land. The elders talked about how their traditional food pra

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Feb 26 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Secrets of Brain Tissue: Ex Vivo MRI

Ex vivo MRI is a powerful tool for exploring brain tissue. This technique allows scientists to study the brain's structure and connections in great detail. It is used to understand how the brain is wired and how different parts connect. Unlike in vivo MRI, which looks at living tissue, ex vivo MR

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Brain Health: How Gut Bacteria Affects Newborns' Thinking Skills

Newborns can suffer from long-term thinking problems due to a lack of oxygen and blood flow to the brain. This condition is known as neonatal hypoxic-ischemic brain damage (HIBD). Scientists have found that the tiny organisms living in our gut, called gut microbiota, play a big role in how well our

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Mixing and Matching: A Look at Cancer Studies

When it comes to comparing treatments for cancer, things can get tricky. Sometimes, studies don't line up perfectly, or there's only one group to compare against. This is where something called matching-adjusted indirect comparisons (MAICs) comes in. MAICs are a way to make sense of these mismatched

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Feb 25 2025BUSINESS

Federal Layoffs: Big Impact on Families and Local Economies

The federal government is undergoing significant changes, with a massive reduction in its civilian workforce. This isn't just about numbers; it's about real people and their families. The layoffs, led by the Department of Government Efficiency, are expected to hit around 200, 000 to 300, 000 jobs. T

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Feb 25 2025SPORTS

Football Frenzy: Drugs in the Water

Football games are exciting, but they also bring some serious issues. People often use stimulants and other drugs during these events. This isn't just a problem for those who use them. It's a big deal for the environment too. When these drugs get into the water, they can harm both aquatic life and h

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Unseen Battles: The Impact of Online Bullying

Online bullying is a serious problem that goes beyond just mean comments. It's about the lasting effects on a person's mental health. Researchers are trying to understand how it affects people, but it's not easy. Traditional methods can't capture the immediate effects because online bullying is unpr

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Feb 25 2025SPORTS

Knees and the World Cup: A Surprising Look at ACL Injuries

Imagine this: almost 13% of women and nearly 8% of men who played in the recent World Cups had gone through knee surgery before. That's a lot of athletes dealing with a tough recovery. But why does this matter? Well, it's not just about the numbers. It's about understanding the risks and the challen

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: From Scary to Safe

A space rock named 2024 YR4 was first seen on December 27, 2024. It was really big, about 131 to 295 feet wide, like a large building. At first, scientists thought it might hit Earth in 2032. But now, they say there's almost no chance of that happening. NASA and the European Space Agency both agree

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Making the Most of Your Hearing Specialist Visit: A Guide for Young People

Hearing loss is a lot more than just a medical issue. It's an emotional journey. Imagine trying to explain a sunset to someone who's never seen one. That's the challenge people with hearing loss face every day. It's frustrating, and it's normal to feel that way. Hearing specialists need to be great

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