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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

A Unique Kneecap Fracture: The Story of a 22-Year-Old

Imagine this: a 22-year-old guy gets into a motorbike accident. Sounds normal, right? But here's where it gets interesting. He ends up with a rare fracture, one that's more common in kids aged 8 to 16. It's called an inferior patellar sleeve fracture, and it's not something you see every day. Docto

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Jan 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Mario Kart Game Shows Off Movie-Inspired Donkey Kong Look

A fresh trailer for Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console has sparked curiosity and comments about a new Donkey Kong design in what seems to be the latest Mario Kart game. This revamped design draws inspiration from The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and fans are quick to notice the change. "Something's n

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nintendo's Big Switch 2 Announcement: What You Need to Know

Excited Nintendo fans got a sneak peek of what's in store with the newest Switch console, the Nintendo Switch 2! Though details are scarce, we know it's set to launch in 2025 and will be unveiled fully in an upcoming Nintendo Direct event in April. The short trailer shared glimpses of the improved h

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

The Unexpected Side Effect of Long-Term Dialysis Catheters

Imagine leaving a straw in a juice box for too long. Eventually, the juice starts to thicken and clog the straw, making it hard to suck up any liquid. In a similar way, a dialysis catheter that stays in the body for too long can cause problems. This tiny tube is inserted into a large vein to remove

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Legislators Share Plans with S. C. Businesses

In Columbia, business leaders from across South Carolina gathered to hear from state legislators about their plans for the upcoming session. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosted this event, giving lawmakers a chance to share their goals and vision for the state. House Minority Leader Todd

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Pam Bondi's Take on 2020 Election: A Clarified View

Attorney general nominee Pam Bondi had a tricky time answering a question from Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill. ) about the 2020 election results. Durbin wanted to know if President Donald Trump had lost the election. Bondi acknowledged that President Joe Biden is now in office and that there was a peace

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Jan 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Singers Stand Up for Carrie Underwood After Trump Inauguration News

When Carrie Underwood, a country music superstar, agreed to sing "America the Beautiful" at Donald Trump's inauguration, she sparked a lot of debate online. Many people were upset, but other celebrities came to her defense. Country singer John Rich was one of them. He praised Underwood on social med

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

PKD Patients and Researchers: Together We Explore Priorities

Polycystic kidney disease, or PKD, is a tough journey for patients. But what if their voices could shape the research that aims to help them? That's exactly what the EMPOWER PKD project set out to do. This project didn't just involve patients; it put them at the heart of the research. The goal was c

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

New Approaches to Tackling Endometriosis

Ever heard of endometriosis? It's a sneaky condition where uterine tissue decides to grow outside the uterus. While it's common, it can cause major pain and make getting pregnant tough. So, let's dive into what's new in diagnosing and treating this issue. Docs are always on the lookout for ways to

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Jan 14 2025SPORTS

Warriors' Green Out, Team's Struggles and Trade Talks

Draymond Green, the heart of the Golden State Warriors, won't be playing against the Toronto Raptors. He's dealing with a back injury and an illness. Coach Steve Kerr isn't too worried, though, as Green's back trouble isn't like the one he had a couple of years ago. Green is a key player, averaging

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