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Nov 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Galaxy S25: What We Know So Far

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 series has been making waves even before its launch. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has given it the green light, and with that, we've got some juicy details. First off, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is packing a punch with 45W wired fast charging. That's some seri

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

The Frontal Brain: How Planning & Guessing Affect Our Social Smarts

Scientists are curious about how the front part of our brain, known as the prefrontal cortex, influences our grasp of other people's feelings and thoughts. This ability is called "theory of mind" (ToM). Some studies have different results about how crucial the prefrontal cortex is for this skill. Re

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Nov 28 2024SPORTS

The Unseen Side of Bodybuilding: A Natural Athlete's Journey

Bodybuilding competitions demand extreme leanness, achieved through strict dieting and intense training. Let's explore the journey of a drug-free bodybuilder who prepared for a contest over 18 weeks. They adopted evidence-based nutrition and tracked various health indicators, including hormone level

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Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Mango Peels in Bread: A New Twist on Waste

Have you ever thought about what happens to all the mango peels after they're removed? Well, scientists have found a clever way to use them! Mangos are often thrown away after processing, wasting about 35-60% of the fruit. But these peels aren't just trash; they're packed with good stuff like fiber,

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

Improving Mental Health Services: A Closer Look at China's Schizophrenia Patients

China's community mental health services, spearheaded by the Management and Treatment Services for Psychosis (MTSP), cater to over 4 million long-term schizophrenia patients. Despite the large number of people served, the day-to-day abilities and challenges faced by these patients are often overlook

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Nov 27 2024CELEBRITIES

Travis Kelce Can't Wait for Nephew No. 5, Talks Family Magic

Travis Kelce, a Kansas City Chiefs player, is thrilled about his fourth niece's arrival and is already looking forward to baby No. 5. He shared his excitement on the “New Heights” podcast last Wednesday. The 35-year-old athlete said, “Four beautiful little girls are very magical. It’s awesome! But y

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Nov 27 2024TECHNOLOGY

PlayStation Plus: What's New and How They're Celebrating 30 Years

December is here, and Sony is dishing out some cool stuff for PlayStation Plus subscribers. First up, three new games are hitting the platform: "It Takes Two", "Aliens: Dark Descent", and "TemTem". They'll be available from December 3rd until January 6th. But hey, don't forget to grab November's gam

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Nov 27 2024SCIENCE

Uncovering Childhood Stress Impact on Brain: A MicroRNA Study

Ever wondered how tough childhood experiences affect a person's brain? Researchers recently took a close look at this, using saliva to check out brain-derived microRNAs in teenagers who had been through a lot. These microRNAs are like tiny messengers that can show if certain genes are being affected

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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Boosting Brainpower: Why Active Games Beat Regular Exercise for Kids' Brains

Did you know that certain types of physical games can make a big difference in how kids' brains develop? Researchers found out that games which engage the mind while the body moves, called “cognitively engaging physical activities” or CEPA, are better at boosting kids' thinking skills than regular e

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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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