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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Bugs and Blooms: The Scent That Lures Lygus lineolaris

Lygus lineolaris, a troublemaker pest found all over North America, has a nose for trouble. This bug uses its sense of smell to find its favorite places to eat. Scientists wanted to figure out what smells attract this pest, specifically to crops. The scientists were curious about the smells

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Feb 02 2025LIFESTYLE

New Adventures Under the Sun, Sky & Sea

Imagine this: A world where Black adults break free from the everyday, diving into activities that once seemed out of reach. Like scuba diving, skydiving, and golf, these pursuits are more than just hobbies; they're escapes from the daily grind. Take Tonya Parker, for instance. At 63, she f

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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Light and Plasmons Party in a tiny space

Scientists have been curious to discover whether the interaction between plasmons and excitons in certain materials can achieve a special state of light matter interaction, known as strong coupling. These interactions are often observed when there is a mix of light and electrons at the nano scale,

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Mysteries of Ovulation with a Finger Band

Imagine having a tiny gadget on your finger. This gadget calculates when you ovulate. It records the data from your finger. How cool is that? It is a device named Oura Ring. Oura calculates the exact ovulation date. This time is when you are most fertile. A person can use this for timing pregnancie

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Feb 01 2025BUSINESS

Bargain at Costco: Unions and Workers Avoid Strike.

Imagine this: 18, 000 workers at Costco across the USA. Many of them were very ready to start a strike. They had voted and it was clear that most of them wanted to do it. The reason? They were fed up with wages and benefits that weren't matching up to what Costco was earning. A whopping $7. 4bn pro

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Feb 01 2025HEALTH

Navigating New Treament Frontiers For Common Liver issues

Imagine this. We live in a country where liver problems, specifically a condition called MASH, are on the rise. MASH is a nasty companion of unhealthy lifestyles, and it's becoming a major headache for doctors who specialize in stomach and liver issues. You might be wondering, "What's the big deal?

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Feb 01 2025EDUCATION

Is A Credit Union The Right Move For East Ascension High School?

A debate is brewing in Ascension Parish. Officials in Ascension Public Schools want financial literacy in their school curriculum. They want to bring a credit union to East Ascension High school. The idea of financial literacy sounds good. But how far money handling skills will go is uncertain. But

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Feb 01 2025EDUCATION

The World Through Their Ears

In and around Iceland during the twilight years of the thirteen hundred year Iceland. The sagas featured countless heroes with their ears filled with interesting stories, but also their share of characters who couldn't quite hear. The writers of these tales weren't confined by the notions of oralis

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Feb 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Next Powerhouse Female Vanguard for Marvel Rivals

The adventure in Marvel Rivals just keeps getting better. Fans of the game are already buzzing about the next female Vanguard. Emma Frost is already confirmed to join the game. But first let’s talk about how the game started. The game kicked off with a bang, introducing Mr. Fantastic and In

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Feb 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Laughing Through Challenges

In today's China, women face a tough crowd. On the surface, comedy isn't a place they'd usually be associated with, yet in the heart of Beijing, a small group of mostly young women gathered to appreciate the humor of their lives. The scene is a small Western-style restaurant full of laughter and ch

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