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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Oxygen Production with Amino Acids: A New Way

Scientists have been trying to figure out how to make the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) work better for industry. They looked at a natural protein cluster in something called PS-II for inspiration. They mixed up different organic and inorganic bits to make new electrocatalysts using a hydrothermal

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

President Trump Watches Election Certification from Florida

On Monday, President-elect Donald Trump was relaxing at his lavish Florida club, Mar-a-Lago, while the U. S. Congress certified his Electoral College victory. This ceremony took place nearly 1, 000 miles away in Washington D. C. Although absent, Trump proudly shared on his website, Truth Social, “CO

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Jan 07 2025SPORTS

Serena Williams' Husband, Alexis Ohanian, Cheers Women's Sports Success

Meet Alexis Ohanian, the husband of tennis superstar Serena Williams. He's not just a tech guy, but a passionate advocate for women's sports. In 2024, female athletes shone brightly, with Simone Biles and Caitlin Clark leading the way. Alexis couldn't help but be thrilled, posting on social media, "

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

Personality and Job Interests: A Deeper Look

Ever wondered how your personality might influence your choice of job? A study set out to examine this by looking at connections between job interests and personality traits beyond the typical "Big Five" model. The research involved 653 adults, with an average age of around 40 years. They filled ou

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

Revamping Tissue Regeneration: A New Mix for Better Results

Chitosan has been a favorite among scientists for designing body parts, but it has a major flaw: it doesn't provide enough spots for cells to cling onto and grow. In a recent study, researchers experimented with a mixture of chitosan and amniotic membrane to tackle this issue. They created tiny, por

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Decoding the Genetic Dance: How Two Genes Team Up for Cancer Risk

Scientists are making big strides in understanding how our genes contribute to risk for esophageal cancer. This type of cancer, called esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), often starts with a condition called Barrett's esophagus (BE). Many genetic factors have been linked to these conditions, but how th

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Jan 04 2025CRIME

Drug Trade Creeps into French Small Towns

France, a historic hub for illicit drug trade, is now seeing a worrying shift. The drug business is no longer confined to big cities. It's moved into smaller towns like Morlaix, nestled on France's Breton coast. With a population of around 15, 000, Morlaix was once known for its charming cobblestone

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Jan 04 2025EDUCATION

Tragic Loss: Teacher Clara Thomann Dies in Greek Hiking Accident

Clara Thomann, a 33-year-old science teacher from California, was unfortunately killed while hiking in Greece. She was on vacation in the Greek Islands with her partner, Elliot Finn, when she fell down a steep gorge near Plakias, Crete, on December 23. The fall was devastating—she plunged about 164

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Jan 04 2025BUSINESS

Rhode Island's 2026: Shifts in Business, Housing, and Unfinished Projects

As 2026 approaches, Rhode Island is witnessing some big changes in its business landscape. Hasbro, the famous toy maker, is pondering a relocation to Boston. This has state officials working overtime to convince them to stick around. Meanwhile, in Newport, one ambitious entrepreneur is snapping up r

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Meet the Game-Changers Transforming the Cannabis World

The cannabis industry owes a lot to some remarkable people. Let's chat about five of them who have really made a difference. First up is Jack Herer, a legend in the cannabis world. His book, "The Emperor Wears No Clothes, " is like a bible for cannabis activists. It's all about why hemp and medicin

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