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Nov 13 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Titanium Alloy Strength with Microstamping: A Closer Look

Ever wondered how to make titanium alloys stronger? One method is microstamping. Researchers have discovered that this process can enhance the surface strength of alloys, like TiAl6V4, by altering the material at an atomic level. But how does it work exactly? High-speed stamping with varying overla

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Astronaut Sunita Williams Addresses Weight Loss Concerns in Space

Last week, a NASA photo of astronaut Sunita Williams, 59, raised concerns. She looked thin and her cheeks were sunken. But Williams, who's currently on a mission, says there's no need to worry. During a chat with the New England Sports Network Clubhouse Kids Show, she explained her appearance is due

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Tufts University Backpedals on Moulton Internships

Tufts University has reversed its initial statement that they would end internships with Rep. Seth Moulton's office due to his views on transgender athletes. The political science department chair, David Art, had allegedly told Moulton's team that Tufts wouldn't facilitate internship opportunities a

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Affordable Fixes: Comparing Generic and Conventional Plates for Wrist Fractures

Have you ever broken your wrist? It's painful and can take some time to heal. Doctors often use special plates to fix these breaks, called volar locking plates (VLPs). But are the more expensive, brand-name plates really better? A recent study set out to answer this question. They looked at patients

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Nov 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Weather on Your Mac Menu: A New Casual Way to Check Forecasts

Mac users have long felt a bit abandoned when it comes to weather updates. Unlike Windows, which displays weather info right in the taskbar, Mac users had to settle for opening the Weather app or adding a widget to their desktop. Not as convenient, right? But good news is here! Apple is rolling out

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Nov 13 2024CRIME

Explosion in Louisville: 11 Hospitalized, Neighborhood Evacuated

On November 12th, something unexpected happened in Louisville's Clifton neighborhood. Around 3 p. m. , an explosion rocked the Givaudan Sense Colour plant, formerly known as the DDW plant, at 1901 Payne Street. Eleven employees were rushed to the hospital, with two of them in critical condition. Ch

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Perils of Smog: Punjab's Health Crisis and School Shutdown

In Pakistan's Punjab province, a distressing cloud of smog has taken a serious toll on health. Over the past month, nearly 1. 8 million people have sought medical help due to respiratory issues and eye irritation. This alarming figure was revealed by local health officials, prompting schools across

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Power of MMN: What It Reveals About Psychosis

Mismatch negativity, or MMN, has been making waves in the world of psychiatric research. This brain response, measured using electroencephalography (EEG), is like a fingerprint that can help detect psychosis. Scientists have been studying MMN for over four decades, using it as a biomarker in both hu

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Nov 13 2024SPORTS

Juan Soto: The Next Red Sox Hope?

Juan Soto, a baseball superstar with four All-Star titles under his belt, has fans speculating about his future. The Boston Red Sox, known for recruiting top talent, are rumored to have their eyes on Soto. But the New York teams might also be in the running. Even if Soto doesn't end up in Boston, th

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Louisville Explosion: What Happened and What's Next?

Imagine hearing a massive explosion from miles away. That's what people in Louisville experienced on Tuesday when a loud boom shook the Clifton neighborhood. The explosion happened at the Givaudan Sense Colour plant on Payne Street. The building partially collapsed, injuring nearly a dozen people, a

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