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Feb 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Hip Hop Star Chooses Silence

A$AP Rocky, also known by his real name Rakim Mayers, chose silence in his assault trial in Los Angeles this week. He stated clearly, “I want my right to not testify. ” Rocky has been charged with two serious assault counts. The trial is over after a lawyer informed the judge the d

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Feb 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

California Sky Dazzled by SpaceX's Starlink Show

A SpaceX rocket launch lit up the evening sky over Southern California. All eyes were on the sky, and for a good reason. SpaceX successfully sent a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base at around 6 PM on a Monday evening. This wasn't just any rocket, though. It was on its 23rd mission.

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Feb 12 2025SCIENCE

Printing Bones: The New Way to Build Stronger Structures

Building bones from scratch for medical needs is a hot topic in science. 3D printing is a big deal in this field. It's all about creating materials that match real bone tissue. This is tricky because bones have a complex structure. Scientists are exploring new ways to make this happen. Imag

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Feb 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Speeding Up Healthcare Tech: COVID-19's Push and Pull

COVID-19 sped up the race to get healthcare technology up and running. The pandemic forced healthcare to quickly adopt new technologies to keep up with healthcare delivery, making everything move faster. Usually, getting these systems in place is tough due to complicated tech and human factors. Tec

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Spotting Bleeding Risks: A Fresh Look at Fever and Low Platelets

Imagine dealing with a sudden fever and low platelet count. Sounds scary, right? This combination can lead to serious bleeding issues. Think about diseases like dengue, leptospirosis, and scrub typhus. These conditions often cause trouble with blood clotting and can lead to excessive bleeding. Trad

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

The Mental Struggles of Transplanted Souls.

When people flee their homes seeking safety, they often face a new set of challenges. One big issue is where they live. Places like collective housing and especially detention centers can really mess with their minds. Folks in these situations often feel trapped, unsafe, and alone, which can lead to

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

EMA: You Don't Have To Be A Superhero To Track Healthy Habits

EMA sounds fancy, but it's not rocket science. It's just a cool term for beating or testing yourself to be healthier I guess, by catching yourself in real-time as you do any of the things you do. The topic speaks about smart research. That study decided to check how good people were at tracking th

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Japan's HPV Vaccine Struggle: Why Are People Still Hesitant?

Japan has been in a tough spot when it comes to HPV vaccinations. Even after the government greenlit the vaccination program in 2022, the number of people getting vaccinated is still alarmingly low. This is a big problem for public health. Why are so many people still hesitant? Misinformation has s

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Feb 12 2025RELIGION

Who Snitched on Whom? 13th Century Style

In the 13th century, the inquisition in Bologna relied heavily on people ratting each other out. Testimonies were key to these trials, and who people chose to incriminate wasn't always straightforward. Several factors played a role: the social circles of the accused, the choices made by investigato

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Uncovering Health Care Views on YouTube

Have you ever wondered what people really think about the U. S. health care system? It can be hard to figure out what people think about important issues because the internet contains a lot of information. YouTube is a great place to find out how people think about the health care system and how th

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