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Dec 11 2024EDUCATION

Playground Upgrade: A Boost for Kids at San Jose Day Nursery

At San Jose Day Nursery, children play on a dark rubber mulch playground that doubles as a cat toilet at night. The daycare needs help to replace this with a better surface. Kids deserve a safer, more imaginative outdoor space to learn and grow. Angela Gomez, the director, explains that improving th

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Dec 10 2024WEATHER

Snowstorms Hit 13 States: Up to 10 Inches Expected

Get ready, folks! A massive snowstorm is sweeping across 13 states in the U. S. , with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing warnings and advisories. This isn’t your average snowfall; some areas could see up to 10 inches! The storm is causing travel headaches, with roads becoming dangerously sl

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Dec 10 2024HEALTH

Unexpected Differences: How Nail Diseases Show Up in People With Darker Skin

You might think nail issues are the same for everyone, but that's not always true. Nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus can look different on people with darker skin. This makes it tough for doctors to spot these diseases. It's a problem because people with darker skin aren't often studied. So, let

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Dec 10 2024POLITICS

The Power of Words: How Russia's Authoritarian Regime Stays Strong

Ever wondered how some countries maintain their grip on power? Let's dive into how Russia's regime does it. French philosopher Jacques Rancière has a theory about this. He says that when people stop caring about politics, it's easier for authoritarian leaders to stay in control. This is what we call

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Dec 10 2024SCIENCE

The mTOR Pathway's Role in Psoriasis: A Closer Look

Have you ever wondered how certain cells in our body go haywire and cause conditions like psoriasis? One key player in this puzzle is the mammalian target of rapamycin, or mTOR for short. This pathway is like the body's metabolic traffic cop, controlling how cells grow and divide. Recent research h

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Dec 10 2024HEALTH

Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Psoriasis: Can Anti-IL-17/23 Drugs Help?

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and psoriasis are both long-term inflammatory conditions that share similar immune system pathways. Both diseases involve cytokines like tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin (IL)-17, and IL-23. Currently, treatment choices for HS are limited, with only adalimumab an

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Dec 09 2024CRIME

Melbourne Synagogue Attack: A Closer Look at Growing Antisemitism

Last week, a shocking arson attack took place at the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne. It's being looked into as a possible terrorist incident, according to Australian officials. The synagogue, a major Jewish center in Australia, caught fire early on Friday morning, forcing worshippers to flee du

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Dec 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Affordable Adventure: Get PSVR 2 Bundle with Horizon for Less

Hey there, gamers! Black Friday might be over, but the deals are still rolling in. You can now snag a PlayStation VR 2 bundle with the awesome game Horizon Call of the Mountain for just $349 at Amazon. That's a sweet $250 off its usual price. If you prefer other retailers, you can also find this bun

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Dec 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

BenQ's ScreenBar Lamps: The Perfect WFH Lighting Solution

Working from home has its perks, but setting up the perfect workspace can be tricky. One gadget that's made a big difference for many is BenQ's ScreenBar lamp. This Taiwanese company is known for their top-notch monitors and projectors, but their ScreenBar lamps are a game-changer for home offices.

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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

Trust in Science: A Growing Divide in the U. S.

For decades, Americans mostly agreed on one thing: science was trustworthy. But lately, that's quickly changing. People who lean left and right are now seeing science quite differently. This divide didn't happen overnight. It's been growing since the 1990s and picked up speed in 2018. What's causing

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