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Nov 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

Kitchen Tech: What's Useful and What's Not

These days, kitchens are getting smarter with appliances that connect to Wi-Fi, update themselves, and respond to voice commands. There are refrigerators that track your food and ovens you can preheat from your phone. Even coffee makers can be scheduled to brew at just the right time. But not all th

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

Republican Lawmaker: GOP Seen as a Joke by Some

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene recently stirred things up by claiming that many people view Republicans as a laughing stock. She said this in a video, where she expressed her frustration with the current state of the Republican Party. The internet quickly reacted, with some users agreeing that

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

COVID Rules in the US: A Different Story

When the COVID virus was first detected in the US in January 2020, the government swiftly rolled out a set of restrictions. The goal was to safeguard the elderly from what was deemed a "deadly virus" and a global health crisis. Any dissenting voices were quickly shut down and faced penalties. Intere

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Stars On the Move: What Celebs Have Been Up To

It’s been a whirlwind week in Hollywood! From glamorous movie premieres to relaxed days out, our favorite stars have been all over the place. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were busy jet-setting for the premiere of their new film, "Wicked. " They dressed to impress by matching their red carpet look

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Can Weed Help When You Have the Flu?

As the weather turns cold, the flu season kicks in, and this year, some people are wondering if cannabis could lend a helping hand. With more folks looking into natural remedies, cannabis is catching their attention. It’s all about how it’s consumed and the right amount. Smoking or vaping, while pop

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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Exciting Changes: New Executives in Music Industry

Welcome to the executive shuffle! The music industry is buzzing with new hires and promotions. Let's start with EMI Records Japan. Shintaro Aki is the new managing director, bringing over 20 years of experience, including a stint at Warner Music Japan. He's known for his work with artists like Super

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

Understanding Probability: Why Our Brains Sometimes Jump Instead of Slide

Have you ever wondered how we figure out probabilities? Like, how likely it is to rain tomorrow, or if that dice will land on six? Scientists have been looking into this, and they've found something interesting. Sometimes, our brains don't update our guesses smoothly. Instead, we might change our mi

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

How Our Brains Trick Us into Feeling a Bigger Hand

Have you ever felt like your hand was bigger than it really is? Scientists found that when people see a visual stimulus near their hidden hand and feel a touch at the same time, their brain tricks them into thinking their hand is larger. This is called visual-tactile ventriloquism aftereffect. The s

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Revamping Drug Treatment: A New Approach in the Philippines

In the Philippines, the need for better drug addiction treatment and rehabilitation services has been growing. To address this, the Department of Health (DOH) has introduced a new residential treatment model called INTREPRET. This model has been integrated into 21 existing DOH-owned Treatment and Re

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Do Waiting Periods for Abortion Boost Domestic Abuse?

Have you ever thought about how laws that control abortion access might affect domestic abuse? Let's dive into that. When states enforce mandatory waiting periods (MWPs) for abortions, they’re not just making it harder to get the procedure. These laws can have unexpected side effects. Researchers st

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