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May 14 2025HEALTH

Cold Exposure and Vitamin D: A Rat Study on Brain Health

The brain's hippocampus is crucial for learning and memory. It is also very sensitive to stress. One type of stress is being in cold water for a long time. This can harm the hippocampus and affect how well it works. This is because the body's stress response system kicks in, releasing certain hormon

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May 14 2025LIFESTYLE

New Donut Spot Coming to Ashburn

A new donut shop is set to open in Ashburn this summer. This isn't just any donut shop. It's a place where you can get a taste of Amish-style treats without traveling to Amish country. The shop is part of a family-owned business called Yoder's Dutch Delights. They are known for their homemade donuts

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May 14 2025SPORTS

Alex Morgan's New Role: Investing in Women's Soccer

Alex Morgan has made a significant move in the world of women's soccer. She is now an investor with the San Diego Wave FC, the same team she played for until recently. This news comes just a short time after she announced her retirement from playing the sport. Morgan is not just any investor; she is

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May 13 2025SPORTS

NFL's Global Showdown: Seven Games, Five Countries

The NFL is taking its game worldwide in 2025, with seven international matches spread across five countries. This isn't just about expanding the sport's reach; it's about giving fans a unique experience. Brazil, Germany, Spain, Ireland, and the UK will all host NFL games. This is a big deal because

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May 13 2025EDUCATION

Why Are Kids Missing School? Local Groups Step In

The issue of students skipping school is a big deal in Louisiana. Local groups are teaming up to tackle this problem. They are putting on a special event called "Rise Together to Tackle Truancy. " This event is all about getting people to talk about why kids are missing so much school. The event

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May 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Pollution Patterns in China's Beilianchi Lake

Beilianchi Lake in China is facing a silent threat from pollution. This lake is a victim of both nature and human activity. The lake's sediments have been studied to understand the impact of these factors on the levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). These are nasty chemicals that can

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May 12 2025HEALTH

ChatGPT's Role in Pinpointing Epilepsy's Source

For those living with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medication, surgery can be a game-changer. The goal is to remove the part of the brain causing seizures, known as the epileptogenic zone. Figuring out exactly where this zone is located can be tricky. Doctors use several methods to map it out. O

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May 12 2025HEALTH

Rituximab's Role in Tough Kidney Cases

Kidneys are super important. They filter waste from the blood. Some adults have a tough time with this job. They have a problem called nephrotic syndrome. This makes the kidneys leak too much protein. Two main causes are minimal change disease and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis. These conditions

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May 11 2025CELEBRITIES

Bindi Irwin's Unexpected Health Scare in Las Vegas

Bindi Irwin's trip to Las Vegas took an unexpected turn. She was supposed to attend a gala honoring her late father, Steve Irwin. But she ended up in the hospital instead. She had to undergo surgery for a ruptured appendix. Her brother, Robert, shared that she was in pain before the event but tri

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May 11 2025POLITICS

Tufts Student's Fight for Freedom and Education

A student from Turkey, studying at Tufts University, has returned to Boston after spending over six weeks in an immigration detention center in Louisiana. Her arrest was due to her political views expressed in an op-ed. She was excited to resume her studies, which she had to pause during this challe

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