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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Fluoride in Water: A Healthy Controversy

Fluoride naturally exists in soil, plants, and water. Adding it to drinking water is a debate that's been brewing, especially with figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressing concerns about health impacts. Here’s a quick look at what's happening. In the U. S. , fluoridation was introduced in 1945

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Why Do We Plan Health Trips for Tomorrow, Not Today?

Ever noticed how some people jump at the idea of a health vacation, while others aren't quite sold? It isn't just about age—it's about how they perceive their future. The world of health tourism is booming because people want to feel good on their getaways. This study looks at how our future mindset

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Nov 23 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebrities' Favorite Luxury Gifts for the Holidays

The holiday season is just around the corner, and celebrities know how to make a splash with their gift choices. From high-end fashion to tech gadgets, here are some luxurious presents that have caught the attention of the rich and famous. One of the most talked-about gifts last year was the Ugg Cl

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Nov 23 2024SCIENCE

Meet Lucy: The Ancient Hominid That Changed Our Story

Lucy, the famous fossil discovered in Ethiopia 50 years ago, is still revealing secrets. This ancient hominid, named after the Beatles' song "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, " was found by a team of scientists in 1974. The 3. 18-million-year-old bones, including dental remains and parts of the pelvis

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Tracking Older Adults' Daily Life with Smartphones: A New Way to Monitor Cognitive Health

Today's methods for keeping an eye on the cognition of older adults aren't cutting it, especially with the rising number of people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We need better ways that are sensitive, can be used on a large scale, give objective results, and reflect real-life funct

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Books Reflect Shifts in Moral Talk After 9/11

Imagine flipping through a book published in the United States after the 2001 terrorist attacks. You might notice something different about the words on the pages. A recent study dug into how phrases about morality changed in books from the U. S. , Great Britain, and Spanish-speaking countries. Rese

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Nov 23 2024HISTORY

The Ottomans' Tech Tales: How Technology Reshaped an Empire

In the twilight years of the Ottoman Empire, a fascinating dance began between new technologies and the expansive, diverse empire. Historians have long debated how the Ottoman ruling elites embraced innovations like steamships, railways, and electricity to bolster their geopolitical power. However,

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Nov 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Improving Robot Basketball Skills with AI

You've probably heard about robots playing basketball. But did you know that these robots have trouble recognizing the ball and measuring distances? To fix this, scientists used a combination of robot operating systems and smart algorithms called IBN-YOLOv5s. They added a special module to the algor

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Nov 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Artful Dodger Sneaks Back for Season 2

Did you know that a show on Disney+ and Hulu just got renewed for season 2? This show is called "The Artful Dodger" and it's an unexpected hit. It's based on a classic story by Charles Dickens, but with a twist. The show follows the life of Jack Dawkins, the famous thief from Oliver Twist, and gives

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Democrats' Diversity Push: A Wake-up Call

The 2024 election was a surprise for the Democratic Party, which saw a shift in their voter base. They lost support among Hispanics, Asians, Blacks, and both the working and middle class. The only group where they made gains was college-educated white voters. This raised questions about their approa

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