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Feb 05 2025EDUCATION

The Sudden Departure

The University of North Texas Health Science Center recently said goodbye to its president, Sylvia Trent-Adams. She was in the role for over two years before stepping down. The news came with a twist. The university is going to pay her $560, 000 as per a mutual agreement. The exact reasons for her r

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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Light and Pupils: What Happens to a Dog's Eye with Heartworm Pills?

Have you ever thought about how taking heartworm pills might affect a dog's eyes? Scientists decided to investigate the impact of a certain type of heartworm prevention, known as oral macrocyclic lactones, on the eyes and the pupil response to light in dogs. In a nutshell, they tried to see

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Feb 05 2025CELEBRITIES

Beyoncé's Grammys 'Oops': Wardrobe Mishaps

Famous singer Beyoncé made headlines during the Grammy Awards for a brief wardrobe snafu. Wardrobe malfunctions are no surprise on the red carpet, but the mishap highlighted something bigger. We all know you don't judge the Grammys strictly for the music. Beyoncé's stunning gown is what peopl

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Unveiling Long-Haul Effects of COVID-19

After COVID-19 patients recover, individuals can experience lasting conditions such as an intolerance to physical exertion for months, or even longer. Since COVID-19 first presented, research efforts to investigate these long-term implications have been of utmost priority. Adults who recovered fro

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Feb 04 2025CRYPTO

Inside the Bid to Shape US Crypto Policy

Picture this: Tech gurus and crypto supporters across America are eagerly seeking a spot on the new crypto advisory council firestorm. No, there's no app but word of this is spreading fast, causing a frenzy. The now former President, stepped into office, and liked it, promising a bright future for

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Opioids After Joint Surgery: What Doctors Think vs. What They Do

Doctors who perform joint replacement surgeries have been trying to figure out the best way to manage pain after the procedure. One big question is how many painkillers should they prescribe to patients when they leave the hospital? The truth is, there's often a big gap between what doctors think t

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Feb 03 2025HEALTH

The effect of Video Games on teenager's Brain Performance, Can They Make You Smarter?

You know how video games have become the go-to activity for many teenagers? Everyone plays video games these days. The games range from simple puzzles to complex games with many players interacting on a screen. The real question is how are they affecting teenagers? Besides they are interac

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Feb 03 2025EDUCATION

How Physical Activity Training for Preschool Teachers can Affect Young Children

Think back to your preschool days. Playtime was a big part of your day. But how does the way teachers handle this activity impact kids? Let's dive into a study that looked at this very thing. In the land of Norway 1, 265 preschoolers, aged 3-5, from 46 different preschools were part of a

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Feb 03 2025HEALTH

The Flu and the Reality: Why It's Tough to Predict What's Worth It, for Our Elderly?

Have you ever wondered how any country decides which flu vaccine works best for elderly people? It's not as easy as it sounds. For Spain, there's been a bunch of new vaccines in the past few years. In an effort understand if these vaccines are actually worth money spent on them, health decision-make

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Feb 03 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy Predicaments: Liver Issues in Mothers-To-Be

So, what's going on in Bangladesh, with pregnant women and liver problems? The truth is that liver issues aren't just common they're something that can happen to any pregnant women. This can happen for several reasons. Liver problems can be related to pregnancy or exist before conception, affecting

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