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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Golf's New League: Lights, Camera, Action?

You might be wondering who even asked for another golf league. The truth is, no one really did. But here we are, with a new virtual golf competition hitting our screens. This isn't your typical golf event—it's more like a video game come to life. The league, called TGL, is using top golfers and fanc

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Jan 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and Lung Cancer in Asia: A Growing Concern

Asia is already grappling with a significant share of the global cancer burden, and lung cancer is a major part of this challenge. The increasing threat of climate change is adding another layer of complexity. Extreme weather events, like the devastating floods in India and Pakistan in 2022, can sev

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Jan 08 2025SCIENCE

Plastic vs. Traditional: How Containers Change Mongolia's Airag Microbiome

Mongolia's nomadic households have long produced airag, a unique fermented mare's milk. Recently, plastic containers are replacing the traditional cow skin khokhuur. Scientists wondered, "How does this change affect airag's microbiome and flavor? " They collected airag samples from both plastic cont

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Jan 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Vegan Mattresses on Sale: Top Picks for a Plant-Based Sleep

Veganuary is in full swing, and many people are shifting to plant-based lifestyles. If you're one of them, you might be surprised to learn that your mattress could be vegan too! Let's dive into the world of vegan mattresses and explore some of the best deals available right now. Sleeping on a vegan

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Power of a Goodbye: Why Joe Proctor's Death Still Makes Waves

The show Power was known for its big characters and even bigger deaths. One death, in particular, Joe Proctor's, left a lasting impact. It wasn't just a shock, but also a testament to the show's gritty realism. Proctor was a good guy, sort of, with a heart for the underdog. But in the world of Power

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Jan 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

When Weeds Become Plastic: Saving Lakes and Forests

Imagine a lake so filled with weeds that boats get stuck and fish struggle to breathe. That's the scene at Lake Naivasha in Kenya, where water hyacinths are taking over. These plants, originally from South America, are choking local ecosystems and causing trouble worldwide. But there's a twist: a Ke

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Jan 07 2025WEATHER

A Frozen US: The Snowy Stretch

Get ready for a cool surprise! Over 31 million Americans are sharing space with ice cubes right now, thanks to an enormous cold snap. This weather chill has even reached as far south as Arizona and Florida. Ever wonder what temperatures feel like in the freezer? Well, Bismark, North Dakota knows all

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Buying Groceries Online: A New Way for Low-Income Families During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Maryland allowed online purchases using benefits. This change occurred in May 2020. Researchers wanted to find out how this affected grocery shopping habits and future plans among low-income families. They focused

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

Why Biden's Offshore Drilling Ban Might Stick

In his final days in office, President Joe Biden made a big move to protect the environment. He blocked new oil and gas drilling in large parts of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Mexico. This ban covers more than 625 million acres of federal waters. Some people think this decision might be tough

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Jan 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Protecting Our Brains: The Unseen Threat of Microplastics in Lab Work

You might not think about it when you're looking at a microscope slide, but making histology slides can release tiny plastic particles into the environment. These microplastics (MPs) are showing up in every corner of the earth, from the deepest oceans to the highest mountains. And guess what? They'r

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