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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Meta's Fact-Checkers vs. Conspiracy Theories: A Battle in Real-Time

Last week, Meta announced plans to cut its US-based fact-checkers, just as wildfires raged in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, fact-checkers were busy debunking conspiracy theories about the fires. They faced a tough challenge: misinformation spread fast, and influential figures were pushing false claims. So

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

The Far-Right's Climate Hoax: A New Angle on Swedish Media

As the 2010s drew to a close, Sweden's traditional media outlets were talking more about climate change than ever before. This was especially true during the summer of 2018, when a severe drought and wildfires hit the country, and the Fridays for Future movement, led by Greta Thunberg, gained tracti

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Jan 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Launch Halted Due to Technical Glitch

Blue Origin, the space company founded by Jeff Bezos, had to cancel the first launch of its giant New Glenn rocket. The rocket, standing at 320 feet (98 meters), was set to blast off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida before dawn on Monday. However, a last-minute technical issue forc

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Jennifer Rubin and Norm Eisen Launch New Media Venture

Veteran columnist Jennifer Rubin has left The Washington Post and teamed up with former ethics chief Norm Eisen to start a new publication called The Contrarian. They aim to counter what they see as a growing authoritarian threat, focusing on pro-democracy content. The founders have already recruite

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Jan 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Launch Pushed Back Due to Technical Issue

Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos' space company, had big plans to launch their New Glenn rocket from Florida's Space Coast at the start of 2025. This 320-foot-tall rocket intended to make its debut flight on January 13, within a three-hour window starting at 1 a. m. EST. However, things didn't go as planned.

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Jan 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Era for Warriors: The Thrill of Battle and Friendship

"Dynasty Warriors Origins" is a fresh take on tactical warfare. The game revolves around a mysterious figure who befriends heroes from all sides of a grand war, creating a unique blend of action and bonding moments. Battles are filled with intense combat, but they also include relaxing intervals whe

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Jan 13 2025SCIENCE

Cu3N: A New Hope for Long-Lasting Fluoride-Ion Batteries

All-solid-state fluoride-ion batteries (FIBs) are being heavily researched for the future of energy storage. One particular cathode material, Cu3N, transforms the game by offering plenty of spaces for fluorine ions to move around. This means more electrons can be transferred, making it a high-capaci

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Jan 13 2025LIFESTYLE

Gen Z Women Reconsider the 'Tradwife' Life

Are you familiar with the term "tradwife"? It's a trend where some Gen Z women are embracing traditional roles at home. But is this really about nostalgia for the '50s, or is there more to the story? One young woman, who prefers to stay anonymous, believes this trend is based on a desire to return

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

The Battle of Meniscal Tear Treatments: Repair vs. Removal

Horizontal meniscus tears (HMTs) are tricky knee injuries, but how do different treatments affect the knee's function? Let's dive into the world of biomechanics and compare meniscal repair (MR) and meniscectomy (removal of the torn part). Biomechanics, the study of how we move, shows that HMTs can

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Jan 13 2025SCIENCE

Blue Origin's Bold Move: Landing New Glenn

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Blue Origin, has set his sights on a challenging goal: landing the New Glenn rocket after its first orbital flight. This might seem a bit crazy, as Bezos himself admits, "It's kind of insane to try and land the booster. " Most rocket companies opt for a safer approach, lik

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