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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Using AI to Speed Up Lung Cancer Data Collection

Gathering real-world clinical data for research can be a slow and error-prone process. Researchers wondered if artificial intelligence (AI), specifically natural language processing (NLP), could help speed things up for advanced lung cancer (aLC) patients. They tested this idea by comparing NLP-extr

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

Ski Patrollers Win Big in Utah Resort Strike

After a tense two-week strike, 200 ski patrollers at a big Utah resort are back on the job. They accepted a new contract that includes a $2-an-hour pay raise and better deals for senior patrollers. The Park City Ski Professional Ski Patrol Association called it a big victory. They say it shows what

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

The Danger of Online Pharmacies

Did you know that most online pharmacies are actually illegal? That’s right, according to a recent report, nearly all of the 35, 000 online pharmacies are breaking the law. This means that the medicines you buy might not work, or worse, they could harm you. These websites often look real, but they d

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Finding Your Phone Even When It's Off: A New Trick from OnePlus

Ever lost your phone and it was turned off? OnePlus has a clever solution called "Powered Off Finding. " This feature, found in the OnePlus 13, lets you track your device even when it's out of battery. How does it work? The phone's Bluetooth controller stays active and sends encrypted location signa

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Grace O'Malley's Salary at Barstool Sports Wasn't Enough

Grace O'Malley, the former Barstool Sports employee, revealed that she made $250, 000 a year while working at the company. This came to light after her interview with Theo Von on the "This Past Weekend" podcast. O'Malley mentioned that her salary was "decent" but not close to half a million, as Von

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Breastfeeding Basics: A Simple Fix for Child Health

Imagine a solution that's free, doesn't need any fancy equipment, and could save the lives of over 800, 000 children each year. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it's not. It's actually something we already have: breastfeeding. Experts say that if moms around the world breastfed their babies optimal

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Unmasking Conspiracy: COVID Beliefs in Japan

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many conspiracies started to spread globally. But what about Japan? Are people there buying into these stories? A recent survey of over 28, 000 Japanese residents, aged 16 to 81, was conducted to find out. The goal? To understand how prevalent COVID-19 conspiracy theo

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Why Do People Join Conspiracy Groups? Social Factors Matter More Than You Think

Ever wondered why some people decide to join communities that believe in conspiracy theories? You might think it's all about individual beliefs, but new research says otherwise. Scientists looked at 56 conspiracy communities on Reddit and found that social factors play a big role. They compared two

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

East Coast Ports: Deal Made Before Strike Hits

A major strike at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts was narrowly avoided this week. The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) managed to reach a tentative deal on a new contract, which still needs to be approved by the union's members. The a

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Jalen Hurts Back in Practice for Eagles vs. Packers Playoff Game

Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback Jalen Hurts is making a comeback to practice today, after missing time due to a concussion suffered in Week 16. This is a significant step in his recovery process, as he prepares to lead the team in their upcoming Wild Card playoff game against the Green Bay Packers.

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