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Dec 08 2024SCIENCE

Discovering How Ultrasound Boosts Mung Bean Milk Stability

Have you ever wondered why mung bean milk (MBM) isn't as stable or tasty as it could be? Well, scientists have found a clever way to fix that – using ultrasound! MBM might be new and exciting, but it has some issues, like being unstable and having an off-taste. Researchers decided to see what happen

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Dec 08 2024CRIME

The Fake Investment Trip: A Visit Gone Sour

An Australian woman, let's call her Roxy, fell prey to a sophisticated online scam that left her over $1 million poorer. The twist? She met one of the con artists on a trip to China. Roxy runs a business helping people with Chinese immigration and education. One day, a man named Wei Chen contacted h

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Dec 08 2024SPORTS

Zion Elee: A Local Hero Joins Maryland's Terrapins

Meet Zion Elee, a star athlete from Baltimore's St. Frances Academy. He just made a big decision, committing to play for the Maryland Terrapins in 2026. At 6-foot-4 and 230 pounds, Elee is a five-star EDGE player, ranked high on the On3 Industry list. He chose Maryland over three other top teams: Or

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Dec 07 2024HEALTH

Blocking BACE-1: A New Approach to Fighting Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is a complex brain condition that currently has limited treatment options. Scientists are focusing on a protein called BACE-1, which is a key player in the disease. To find new ways to block this protein, researchers used a method called virtual screening. They examined 20, 000 t

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Dec 07 2024EDUCATION

CITY PUTS SPECIAL ED SERVICES AT RISK FOR PARENTS GIVING UP LEGAL RIGHTS

A shocking turn of events has left many NYC families worried. Private and homeschooled kids needing special education services were recently denied resources due to a missed form deadline. This news came as a rude awakening to about 3, 000 families who learned that their children would not receive c

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian: Champions of Women's Sports Investment

Tennis legend Serena Williams, along with her husband Alexis Ohanian, are on a mission to revolutionize women's sports. With her career spanning over two decades, Serena has shattered records and put women's athletics on the global map. Now, she's using her voice to advocate for investment in women'

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Medicaid's Battle Against Drug Overdoses

With Medicaid expanding access to addiction treatments, it's crucial to track overdose deaths among beneficiaries. However, surprising as it may seem, no solid data exists yet to keep an eye on this life-threatening issue. Let's dig into why this matters and what might be done about it. First, it's

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Dec 06 2024CRYPTO

Beware of Crypto Influencer Advice: A Closer Look

As cryptocurrency becomes more popular, so do crypto influencers sharing investment tips. But are their recommendations worth following? According to a new study, not really. While their tweets might grab attention and initially boost crypto prices, the hype doesn't last long. Prices often drop soon

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Dec 06 2024POLITICS

David Sacks: Trump's Choice for Crypto and AI Policy

Former PayPal COO David Sacks has been tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to oversee crypto and AI policies. Trump announced the appointment on his social media platform, Truth Social. Sacks, known for his roles at PayPal and Yammer, is a member of the "PayPal Mafia" and has backed notable start

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Dec 06 2024CRIME

Victims' Voices: Reshaping NYC's Justice System

Imagine New York City without Rikers Island. That's the plan, and it's time to listen to who matters most: crime victims. A new report shows that most survivors want support, not just punishment. They want people struggling with mental health and addiction to get help in secure facilities, not jails

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