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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

Eye Data and AI: A New Way to Spot Osteoporosis Risk

Imagine if your eye doctor could tell you more than just whether you need glasses. That's the idea behind oculomics, a new area of medicine that uses eye data to learn about other health issues. One of those issues is osteoporosis, a silent condition that makes bones weak and prone to breaks. Curren

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Dec 05 2024CRIME

The Surprising Truth About False Confessions

Confessions play a huge role in solving crimes, but sometimes, innocent people admit to crimes they didn't commit. Research often uses students or volunteers in controlled settings, which may not fully capture the real deal. Let's dive deeper into false confessions during police interrogations. We'l

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Why Democrats' Focus on Identity Politics Might Be a Mistake

As President Joe Biden's term nears its end, Democrats are grappling with a tough question: Did focusing on identity politics cost them the 2024 election? Many blame Biden for Donald Trump's return, but the truth is more complicated. Democrats haven't won a presidential race without Biden since 1996

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

How Indian Groups Protect Migrant Workers Abroad

India has a massive labor force working overseas in low-paying jobs. Unfortunately, these workers often lack proper rights and protections due to weak rules both globally and within India. Civil society groups in India are stepping up to change this. They are using various strategies to promote thes

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Neocons: Born from Disillusion and Failed Policies

Back in the day, some folks who called themselves neocons started as Marxists. They ditched that path after seeing the dark side of communism and the unintended consequences of liberal policies. They wanted to save America from moral decay while keeping church and state separate. These early neocons

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Dec 05 2024BUSINESS

Why Intel's CEO Exit Has Investors Worried

Investors in Intel are feeling uneasy these days. The sudden departure of CEO Pat Gelsinger has sent the company's stock on a downward spiral. Despite an initial rally on Monday, the shares have been falling ever since. Industry experts are pointing fingers at the Intel board for how they've handled

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Should Biden Use Preemptive Pardons to Shield Trump’s Targets?

Senate Democrats are considering if President Joe Biden should grant preemptive pardons before he leaves office, to protect those who might face retribution from President-elect Donald Trump. This discussion is sparked by Trump's threats on the campaign trail to target his political opponents, whom

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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

Safety in Numbers: How Unity Shields Sex Workers in Metro Vancouver

Imagine living in a city where your job is often shrouded in stigma and danger. That’s the reality for many sex workers in Metro Vancouver. But what if there was a way to make this life safer and more supported? Research conducted between 2010 and 2022 examined the protective effects of social cohes

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Dec 05 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Toll of Fidgeting: A Deep Dive into Misokinesia

Ever noticed how some people just can't stand others' fidgeting? That's misokinesia, and it's more than just an annoyance. It's a real condition that affects people's daily lives. Researchers recently talked to 21 folks from an online support group to understand what it's like living with misokinesi

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Dec 05 2024SCIENCE

The Magic of Drying: How Temperature and Moringa Extract Form Affect Physalis angulata Powder

Food drying isn't just about keeping food fresh, it's also about making it healthier and tastier. A recent study looked into a special drying method called foam-mat drying. This method helps preserve food, making it last longer. Scientists wanted to create an instant powder from Physalis angulata L.

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