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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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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Spanish PM Warns Against Far-Right Influence as Democracy's Anniversary Nears

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez recently spoke out against tech billionaire Elon Musk and his allies, cautioning about their divisive tactics and support for far-right ideologies. Speaking at an event marking Spain's return to democracy after General Franco's rule, Sánchez warned that hard-won

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Food Tracking: A New Gadget That Watches You Eat

Imagine this: a small device that records what you eat and automatically logs it for you. That's what Amazfit introduced at CES 2025 - the Amazfit V1tal. This gadget is like no other, flipping open to reveal a camera that watches you while you eat. It analyzes your meal and sends the data to the Zep

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Unexpected Bone Breaks: Bisphosphonates and Lumbar Fractures

Have you heard of bisphosphonates? These drugs are popular for preventing bone fractures in older adults. Studies show they work great at increasing bone density and reducing hip and spine fractures. But here's a twist: some people taking bisphosphonates experience unusual fractures, especially in t

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