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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Light and Pupils: What Happens to a Dog's Eye with Heartworm Pills?

Have you ever thought about how taking heartworm pills might affect a dog's eyes? Scientists decided to investigate the impact of a certain type of heartworm prevention, known as oral macrocyclic lactones, on the eyes and the pupil response to light in dogs. In a nutshell, they tried to see

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Feb 05 2025SCIENCE

Moon's Mysterious Chasms

Billions of years ago, a massive asteroid crash landed on Earth's moon. The asteroid tore two gigantic channels into the lunar surface. These massive chasms were created in a area on the back side of the moon. The asteroid measured about 15 miles across and blasted its way through the moon's cr

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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

What's the Damage? How Bad Calcification Makes Coronary Stenting Tricky

Imagine a heart clogged with cholesterol buildup, that is what doctors need to navigate. Now, think of a tougher scene, where calcium deposits bulge out like stones in the middle of the path. These are called calcified nodules, a specific kind of plaque that can mess things up when doctors try to

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Feb 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

A Silent Billionaire’s Return to Guangdong

In the southern Chinese province of Guangdong, a local billionaire made a quiet yet impactful return. Liang Wenfeng, a 40-year-old math genius and hedge fund owner of High-Flyer, and his bodyguards, quietly slipped into the province for Lunar New Year celebrations. Wenfeng's homecoming was a big

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Game: Private Sector and Elderly Care in China

In China, elderly healthcare is a big deal. But it's got some serious issues. Quality of care is often shoddy, and there are hidden dangers that aren't easy to spot. Plus, the government isn't always on top of things. Why? Information asymmetry and lack of oversight are the big culprits. Providers,

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Don’t Pout Politics Behind Punned Pornouns

Imagine how surprised employees at various federal departments were Friday evening. oid orders were implented from many hot agents an reveald orders, it was mandated to drop use of gender pronouns like "he" or "she", and this directive came from higher ups in the sections staff at the Department of

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Jan 31 2025RELIGION

Reimagining Faith: Black Nonbinary Spirituality

You know, spiritual journeys can be really interesting when you combine nonbinary and Black perspectives. We heard from 11 people, all nonbinary Black women aged between 21 to 30, living in the US. They talked about how they see spirituality and religion differently. Some were more spiritu

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

Unmasking Lives After Brain Injury: The Benefits of Sharing Stories

This project was all about helping people with brain injuries share their journeys. It was a way for them to find their unique voice. The main goal was to learn more about how these individuals handled their well-being after a brain injury, and how they felt about the barriers and benefits to their

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Jan 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Narwal's New Robots: Cleaning Redefined

Narwal, a company known for its groundbreaking cleaning technology, has been making waves in the home cleaning industry. They've discovered the key to perfect floors: blending innovation with customer convenience. This approach has led to the creation of smart robots that have boosted Narwal's reput

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Jan 29 2025LIFESTYLE

The Year of the Snake: A Fresh Start

Get ready to welcome the Year of the Snake on January 29! This Lunar New Year is all about new beginnings and letting go of the past. The snake is a revered symbol in Eastern cultures, representing renewal and personal growth. This year, it's about shedding old habits and negative feelings, like ang

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