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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Power of Twisted Artificial Muscles

There is a lot of interest in creating artificial muscles that work like real ones. Real muscles are complex. Their strength changes based on how they are used right now and how they were used before. To see if artificial muscles can do the same, a new way of testing was developed. This testing meth

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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Paths To Sexist Beliefs In Online Communities

How do men end up buying into sexist views online? It is a question that has puzzled many. Two studies looked into this. They wanted to understand how a man's sense of identity can lead him to embrace misogynistic beliefs. These beliefs are at the heart of the manosphere. The manosphere is a ne

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

European Allies Push Back Against US Diversity Rollback

European nations are standing their ground against recent moves by the US to dismantle diversity and inclusion efforts. This isn't sitting well with many European countries. France is one of the countries that is not happy about this. Laurent Saint-Martin, France's minister for foreign trade, made

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Breathing Easy: How Vibrations Can Help Trauma Survivors

Trauma survivors often struggle with stress and anxiety. These issues can mess with their breathing patterns. This is where a new approach comes in. It combines breath-focused mindfulness with vibration feedback. The goal is to help these individuals regulate their breathing better. A recent study

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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

Unexpected Space Adventure: Astronauts Share Their Nine-Month Journey

Two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, had a very different experience than they planned. They were supposed to spend just eight days on the International Space Station (ISS). Their mission was to test a new spacecraft called the Boeing Starliner. But things did not go as planned. The Star

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

A Coach's Exit and a School's Dilemma

Kevin Willard's time at Maryland was brief and tumultuous. He took over the team in 2022, but his tenure ended abruptly in 2025. Willard often compared Maryland's Big Ten conference unfavorably to the Big East, where he had previously coached at Seton Hall. He cited issues with scheduling, travel, a

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Apr 01 2025CELEBRITIES

Royal Split: Prince Harry Steps Back from Charity Amid Boardroom Drama

Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho made a joint decision to step down from Sentebale, a charity they started together. This move came after a long-running argument between the charity's chair and its board of trustees became public. The issue began to unfold in March 2023. The charity was cre

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Florida's Political Showdown: The Battle for Two Key Seats

In Florida, two significant political races are unfolding. These contests are happening in areas that have traditionally leaned Republican. The outcomes could provide some relief for the Republican Party in the House of Representatives, where they currently hold a slim majority. The 1st Congression

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Aid Efforts in Myanmar: A Race Against Time and Politics

The Southeast Asia region is reeling from a powerful earthquake that has left over 2, 000 people dead. The U. S. has stepped in with a $2 million aid package, but this effort is a bit late to the game. China and Russia have already sent teams and supplies to the affected areas. The U. S. team of ex

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

Draft Day Drama: Who Will Be the First Pick?

The 2025 NFL draft is still three weeks away, but experts are already buzzing about who will go first. Quarterback Cam Ward from Miami is the favorite, but it's not a sure thing. Some mock drafts have him ahead of edge rusher Abdul Carter and two-way star Travis Hunter. These predictions come from v

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