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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Saving Lives Through Tech: A New App for Young Black Men at Risk

Firearm violence and substance abuse are major issues affecting young Black men in the United States. They are 24 times more likely to face firearm injuries and homicides, yet they often struggle to access care and support. Traditional programs mostly focus on dealing with violence after it happens,

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Nov 27 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Folding Gaming Dream: Will It Happen?

Lately, a patent filing has hinted that Samsung might be cooking up a foldable mobile gaming device. While it's too early to know if this idea will hit the shelves, it shows that Samsung is mulling over a move into the handheld gaming market. With their expertise in foldable tech, they could create

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Discovering a Unique Defense: The Antibody COV1-65 Against SARS

Scientists have found an interesting way to fight SARS. They've discovered an antibody called COV1-65 that targets a specific part of the SARS virus called the N-terminal domain (NTD). This part of the virus isn't fully understood, but COV1-65 seems to be really good at stopping it. It's like having

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Alcohol and Your Senses: How Drinking Affects Taste and Smell

Ever wondered how drinking alcohol can affect your senses? A recent study dived into this topic by looking at data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2013 to 2014. They found that people who drink a lot of alcohol might have different experiences with taste and s

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

The Odd Side of Running: Does Leg Difference Affect Distance Runners?

You might think having two legs that work exactly the same would be best for runners, right? Surprisingly, a closer look at middle- and long-distance runners shows that this isn't always the case. A recent review found that the difference between how your left and right legs perform, called inter-li

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Nov 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Why Wait for Next-Gen GPUs?

If you're thinking about buying a new graphics card this holiday season, hold on! New and improved GPUs are just around the corner, and it might be worth waiting. Here's why. In January 2025, big names like Nvidia and AMD are expected to announce their next-gen GPUs at CES in Las Vegas. These new c

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Nov 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Next-Gen Batteries: A New Spin on Powering the Future

Imagine your phone or electric car battery lasting way longer and being much lighter. That's the promise of lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, which a U. K. startup called Molyon is working on. Founded by scientists from Cambridge University, Molyon is using a special material called molybdenum disulf

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Alcohol and Cancer: A Global Burden

Did you know that alcohol can cause cancer? While a lot of research has been done in rich countries, not much is known about how big a problem this is in poorer countries. It's a serious issue that affects people differently based on where they live and how much money they have. Alcohol can lead to

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Intel's Big U. S. Chip Boost: A Closer Look

Intel, a major player in semiconductor manufacturing, has received a substantial boost from the U. S. government. The Department of Commerce has awarded Intel $7. 865 billion to support domestic chip production. This funding is part of the CHIPS and Science Act, a law passed by President Joe Biden t

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Unraveling Complex Health Interventions: The FIND Way

Complex public health problems, like health disparities, need innovative solutions. This means bringing in different partners and communities to tackle issues from various angles. The trouble is, these complex interventions are flexible, making them tough to evaluate using fixed measures. To help pu

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