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Nov 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Securing Enclaves: Balancing Speed and Safety

Let's talk about secure enclaves. These are like safe zones in computers where sensitive programs can hide. The problem is, even these safe zones can be tricked with sneaky attacks called transient execution attacks. Full separation from the rest of the computer isn't the best idea because it slows

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Rumors of Trump-Putin Call Denied by Kremlin

On Monday, the Kremlin firmly denied reports that U. S. President-elect Donald Trump had a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin last week. The call was allegedly about avoiding military escalation in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated, "This is completely false. N

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

The Life and Death of a Russian Chef Who Spoke Out Against War

In a shocking turn of events, Alexei Zimin, a renowned Russian chef who openly criticized Russia's role in the Ukraine war, was found dead in Belgrade, Serbia. Zimin, who lived in London for many years, was known for his work at ZIMA restaurant and his criticisms of the Kremlin. The chef's body was

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Russian Propaganda: A Powerful Tool?

Before Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, a unique survey experiment was conducted. This experiment aimed to see if the propaganda spread by the Putin regime could sway public opinion to support military action. The results, collected a year before the actual invasion, showed that even mild fo

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

How Your Gut Bacteria and Diet May Affect Long COVID

You've probably heard of Long COVID, a condition where symptoms like fatigue and loss of taste or smell linger for months after you've recovered from COVID-19. Scientists are trying to figure out what makes some people more likely to get these long-term effects. One interesting area they're looking

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

Dangerous Bacteria Found in Organic Carrots

You might want to think twice before munching on your favorite organic carrots. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has linked an E. coli outbreak in 18 states to these seemingly healthy veggies. As of now, at least one person has died, and 39 others have fallen ill, with 15 of them

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Nov 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Snake Eater: A Different Kind of Metal Gear Solid

It’s been 20 years since Naked Snake took a massive leap—literally—into the jungles of Tselinoyarsk. This wasn’t just another Metal Gear Solid game; it became the perfect one, setting new standards for stealth and storytelling. Instead of sticking with the familiar, Metal Gear Solid 3 took us back t

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

Neglect's Impact on Poisoned Kids in Egypt

Child abuse and neglect are big problems that affect kids' health and growth. One type of abuse, neglect, is very common and tough for doctors who treat kids. A study in Egypt looked at kids who had been poisoned in a serious way. They found that many of these kids had also been neglected. This is a

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

Unlocking Dementia: The Role of Tau PET in India

Imagine this: a tool that can potentially revolutionize how we diagnose and understand dementia, especially among Indian patients. This tool is Tau PET, and it's gaining traction as a cutting-edge diagnostic method. The big question is: how effective is it for South Asians, given the limited data we

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

How Burn Patients' Stories Shape Their Care

For years, the Burns Registry of Australia and New Zealand (BRANZ) has been keen to gather patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). A previous trial where hospitals took the lead saw few participants and many people dropping out, suggesting a new approach might be better. One major concern was th

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