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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

How a Lost USB Drive Led to a Multi-Billion Dollar Company

Ever lost important files? Drew Houston, now 41, faced this problem repeatedly as a student at MIT. He found himself constantly misplacing USB drives with crucial data. Frustrated, he decided to create a solution for himself in 2007 — a cloud storage platform. Little did he know, this personal proje

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Heart Health in Aging: Old Drugs, New Hope

Heart disease isn’t just an old-age issue. Middle-aged folks are at risk too, thanks to factors like extra weight, lack of exercise, and stress. As we hit 65, our bodies change, and we’ve been exposed to risks for longer, making heart trouble more likely. Doctors are exploring drugs originally desig

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Preventing HIV: Can Tenofovir Douches Work?

Unprotected receptive anal intercourse is the riskiest sexual behavior for HIV transmission. To offer more choices, especially for those who prefer non-daily or occasional pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), researchers are exploring on-demand, topical PrEP products. A study recently checked how well u

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Jan 23 2025BUSINESS

American Airlines' Q1 Expectations: A Mixed Bag

American Airlines recently announced its first-quarter earnings outlook, and it’s not what Wall Street was hoping for. The airline expects a bigger loss than expected, with a forecast of 20 to 40 cents per share, which is quite a bit more than the 4 cents analysts were bracing for. The reason? Lower

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Trump's Actions: A Gift for Democrats in 2026?

In a surprising turn of events, President Trump has handed Democrats a potential campaign ad on a silver platter. This comes after he pardoned rioters involved in the January 6th Capitol attack and even invited some of them to the White House. CNN's John King points out that this move could be explo

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Why Black Women in Wisconsin Are Missing in Pelvic Floor Disorder Studies

Ever thought about why some groups are left out of health research? Let's talk about Black women in Wisconsin and urinary incontinence. You might be wondering, what's that got to do with anything? Well, it turns out, Black women are often missing from studies about pelvic floor disorders. Why is tha

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Violence Facing Nurses: A Hidden Crisis in Jordanian Hospitals

Imagine you're a nurse in a remote Jordanian hospital. You're used to long hours and tough conditions, but something else is lurking in the background – workplace violence (WPV). Shockingly, a third of all WPV globally happens in the health sector, and Jordanian nurses seem to be dealing with an und

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

The Power of Skill: How Craftsmanship Fuels Innovation in Manufacturing

In the competitive world of manufacturing, innovation is the key to staying ahead. Skilled workers are the driving force behind these innovations. Their creativity and expertise shape a country's approach to development. The spirit of craftsmanship is crucial for these skilled individuals. This mind

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Jan 22 2025ENVIRONMENT

How AI is Making It Easier to Report Pollution

Imagine you live in a neighborhood where factories release chemicals into the air or water. You might be the first to notice something unusual, like a strange smell or water that looks weird. Reporting these issues can be tough, with lots of steps and hassles. This is where artificial intelligence (

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Jan 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Jakob Oftebro as Jan Stenbeck in 'Vanguard'!

Get ready to meet Jakob Oftebro in a new show called "Vanguard. " This exciting drama tells the story of Swedish media mogul Jan Stenbeck. Viaplay Content Distribution is bringing this series to life, working with FLX and New8 Alliance. The show is directed by Goran Kapetanović and written by Alex H

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