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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Will Tech Make Us Healthier in 2025? Let's Think Twice

Do you wear a smartwatch or use a health app? If so, you might be one of the many people using tech to track your health. But does all this tech really help us? Dr. Dave Rabin, a neuroscientist and psychiatrist, has a different take. He thinks we're missing the bigger picture. He says unprocessed tr

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Jan 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plants Powering Pollution-Fighting Batteries

Industrial wastewater often contains harmful pollutants like p-chlorophenol (4-CP) and hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). Scientists are looking for ways to clean up this mess and create energy at the same time. They've been experimenting with a type of plant called Leersia hexandra and a clever system c

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Boosting Teen Mental Health: A Call to Support Primary Care Doctors

These days, teens are facing more mental health issues than ever. But that’s not all. There’s also a shortage of healthcare providers who can help. This puts primary care doctors right in the middle of the storm. They’re feeling overwhelmed and burned out, and many are thinking of leaving the field.

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

How City Living Affects What We Eat: A Chinese Resettlement Experiment

Do you ever think about how living in a city might affect your food choices? A clever study in China used a unique approach to find out. Instead of relying on guesswork, researchers took advantage of a resettlement program that was decided by a lottery. This made it possible to compare what happened

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Jan 06 2025WEATHER

Bundle Up: Oklahoma Faces Freezing Temps

Hey there, Oklahoma! It's getting chilly out there, so you'll want to grab your coat, scarf, and gloves. Let's talk weather! First off, you can get real-time updates on the weather, road conditions, power outages, and school closings. Isn't technology amazing? So, how are the roads looking? The Ok

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Jan 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Pollution: How Corals Face the Microplastic Challenge

Coral reefs, the underwater cities of the ocean, are facing a sneaky threat: microplastics. These tiny plastic particles, less than 5 millimeters in size, are becoming increasingly common in our seas. Scientists wanted to figure out how different amounts of these microplastics affect reef-building c

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

The Uncertain Future of January 6th Rioters: Will Trump’s Presidency Stop Prosecutions?

President Trump’s return isn’t until later this month, but it's already shaking up the Justice Department’s ongoing cases against the January 6th rioters. Over 1, 570 people have been arrested, making it the largest criminal probe in US history. However, the election results are making defendants de

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Jan 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Supercharging Graph Neural Networks with Specialized Memristors

Graph neural networks could benefit greatly from specialized hardware. Memristors, especially those made from robust and epitaxial films, can make these networks more efficient and better at handling graph-structured data. These memristors are made from materials like gadolinium-doped hafnium oxide

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Jan 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xiaomi's New Walkie-Talkie: Perfect for Outdoor Adventures

Are you an outdoor enthusiast looking for a reliable communication tool? Xiaomi has just the thing! Starting January 3, 2025, you can pre-order their Sports Walkie-Talkie for only 399 yuan (about 52 euros). This little gadget packs a big punch with its lightweight design and powerful features. Weig

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Rotator Cuff Repair: How Does a Re-tear Affect Long-term Function?

Have you ever heard of a rotator cuff repair? It's a common surgery to fix tears in the shoulder. But what happens when these repairs don't last? A recent study explored how re-tears after surgery affect shoulder function in the long run. Let's dive into the details! Firstly, what is a re-tear? It'

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