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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

How Oregano's Smell Can Change How Much Salt Mice Eat

Did you know that the smell of oregano can change how much salt mice eat? Scientists wanted to see if the scent of oregano and a special part of it called carvacrol could affect how much salt mice prefer. They did this by giving mice a choice between plain water and salty water. When oregano or carv

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Feb 15 2025HEALTH

Awake Surgery and Recurrent Brain Tumors: What We Learned

Awake surgery is a technique where a patient is conscious during brain surgery. This method is often used to remove brain tumors. It's especially useful for tumors like gliomas, as it allows doctors to remove as much of the tumor as possible while keeping the patient safe. However, its effectiveness

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Feb 15 2025WEATHER

Weather Watch: Rain and Wind This Weekend, Wintery Mix Next Week

Get ready for a mix of weather this weekend and next week. Today, expect a mix of clouds and scattered showers. The temperature will hover around 50 to 60 degrees. Overnight, a few more showers are possible, with temperatures staying in the 50s and low 60s. Sunday is expected to be a weather event d

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight: Zelenskyy's Urgent Call for U. S. Support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently sat down with NBC News' "Meet the Press" during the Munich Security Conference. He made it clear that Ukraine's survival, both now and in the future, hinges on U. S. military support. Zelenskyy emphasized that without this backing, Ukraine's chances o

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Feb 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Sickening Truth: Navy SEALs Face Health Risks in Polluted Waters

Imagine a place where the ocean water is so dirty that it makes people sick. This isn't some distant land; it's right here in California, at the Naval Amphibious Base in Coronado. Over the past six years, beaches near this base have been shut down multiple times because the water was too contaminate

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Feb 15 2025SPORTS

Robots Join the Court: NBA's New AI Teammates

Imagine this: The NBA's top players are now practicing with robots. These aren't your average robots, though. They're advanced AI machines designed to make practices more efficient and effective. The Golden State Warriors are already using three different types of robots during their training sessio

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Feb 15 2025WEATHER

Southern California's Big Storm: A Flood of Rain and Mud

Southern California is still feeling the effects of a powerful storm system that swept through the region. The storm has left behind a trail of rain and mud, with some areas receiving several inches of rain. The heaviest of the rain has moved out of the region, but the remnants of the storm will lin

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

A Missed Chance in Munich

A recent event in Munich left many European leaders scratching their heads. A top U. S. official, Vance, chose to focus on immigration and freedom of speech rather than addressing the pressing concerns about Ukraine and defense spending. This decision raised eyebrows, especially since Europe is look

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Feb 15 2025HEALTH

VR Training: The Future of Medical Education

Imagine stepping into a virtual hospital where you can practice life-saving techniques without any real-world risks. This is exactly what advanced life support training in virtual reality (VR) aims to achieve. VR has been a game-changer in medical education, allowing students to immerse themselves i

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Feb 14 2025SPORTS

Marcus Stroman's Bold Return to Yankees Camp

Marcus Stroman, the Yankees' right-hander, made a grand entrance to camp, but not before skipping the first two days of workouts. He didn't just show up; he declared his intentions loud and clear. "I'm a starter, " he repeated 11 times in just 10 minutes. He wasn't just stating his preference; he wa

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