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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Whooping Cough Cases Surge: Blame Low Vaccination Rates

You might think whooping cough is a thing of the past, but think again. This nasty infection is making a comeback, and health officials are worried. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that whooping cough cases are at a decade-high, with six times more cases this year compar

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Dec 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

What's New with Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy S25 series earlier than expected, with the Galaxy S25 Ultra rumored to be the star of the show. This flagship phone is set to get some minor design tweaks like rounded corners and a thinner body compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The good ne

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

President-Elect Trump's Swords at Public Media: NPR and PBS Brace for Impact

Public media like NPR and PBS are facing some serious heat. Donald Trump, soon to be president, has been openly criticizing US media, including calls to strip CBS of its broadcast license and refusing interviews with 60 Minutes. But it’s the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which funds org

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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

The Browns' Gamble: Why They're Sticking with Watson

The Cleveland Browns just reworked quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract for the third time in three years. This was a strategic move to free up cap space for the team. But why are they sticking with him? Well, they've got a bit of a mess with their quarterback situation, and with star player Myles

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Dec 28 2024SCIENCE

Molecule Magic: Tuning N-Methylpyrrole Azo-Photoswitches

Scientists have been playing with the building blocks of molecules to see how changes can impact their behavior. They took a special type of molecule called N-methylpyrrole azo-benzene, which can switch between different forms when light hits it. They made these molecules in different ways, swapping

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Dec 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Hyundai's EV Boost: Free Tesla Charging Adapters for Older Models

Starting next year, Hyundai is giving away free adapters to EV owners. This isn't just any adapter – it's the NACS adapter, which lets you charge your Hyundai at Tesla Supercharger stations! But who gets this freebie? It's for those who bought select models like the 2024 Kona Electric, Ioniq 5, Ioni

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Running Risks: Bone Health Beyond Density

Long-distance runners are no strangers to bone stress injuries (BSIs). Traditionally, bone mineral density (BMD) has been the go-to measure for assessing these risks. But what if there's more to the story? Enter trabecular bone score (TBS), a newer metric that might offer a clearer picture. Res

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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

Cleveland's New Plan for Deshaun Watson's Contract

The Cleveland Browns have found themselves in a tricky spot with quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract. To tackle the final two years of his fully-guaranteed deal, they've decided to restructure it. This isn't the first time they've done this, but the latest changes are significant. Under the new t

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Dec 28 2024SCIENCE

Decoding Muscle Signals: The Neural Network Way

Imagine trying to pick out a single guitar riff from a busy rock song. That's similar to what scientists are doing with muscle signals, known as surface electromyography (sEMG). They're aiming to spot tiny muscle units, called motor units (MUs), in real time. A recent study took a clever approach us

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Dec 28 2024LIFESTYLE

“Samantha's New Love: Red Meat – and It’s Not Just a Taste Thing! ”

Eating red meat might seem like a usual thing for many, but for Samantha Busch, it was a big step. After avoiding it for almost 25 years, she suddenly started craving steaks and even more unusual red meat dishes, like hearts and livers. She shared this change on her social media, saying she felt lik

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