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May 07 2025POLITICS

Russia's Costly Push: Putin's Gambit in Ukraine

Russia is pouring troops into Ukraine, but the gains are minimal and costly. The Institute for the Study of War reports that Russia's advances have slowed significantly this year, with a steep increase in casualties. In 2025, Russia is losing an average of 99 troops for every square kilometer of ter

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May 04 2025SCIENCE

A Breath of Fresh Evidence

Forensic science is always on the lookout for new ways to solve crimes. One exciting development comes from the world of Volabolomics. This field focuses on Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, which are gases released by various materials and processes. In a recent study, researchers explored ho

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Apr 11 2025SCIENCE

Graphitic Carbon Nitride: The Future of Sensitive Detection

Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) is a material that has been gaining attention for its unique properties. It's a semiconductor that can absorb visible light, making it useful in various sensing applications. This material is stable, safe for biological use, and its optical and electronic properties

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Apr 10 2025SCIENCE

Unmasking GHB: The Race to Catch the Invisible Drug

GHB, or gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, is a sneaky substance. It's often used in recreational drugs and, sadly, in drug-facilitated sexual assaults. The problem? GHB breaks down quickly in the body. This makes it hard for investigators to collect evidence. Plus, it's tricky to tell if GHB was added to a

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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

The Long Journey of Pain: From Ancient Beliefs to Modern Science

Pain has been a constant companion of humans since the beginning of time. How people have viewed and handled pain has shifted greatly over the centuries. To grasp how we understand pain today, it is important to look back at how different cultures and eras have dealt with it. The earliest humans li

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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer: The Quest for Comprehensive Understanding

Breast cancer is a major health issue worldwide. It is a complex disease that affects millions of lives each year. Advances in precision oncology have improved patient outcomes and deepened understanding of the biological processes driving the disease. However, traditional research methods have o

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Apr 06 2025SCIENCE

Nanopores: The Tiny Tools Revolutionizing Health

Nanopore sensors have emerged as highly sensitive tools, capable of detecting individual particles by measuring changes in ionic current. This method is both straightforward and effective, allowing scientists to gather detailed information about particles without needing any labels. It is a big deal

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Apr 05 2025HEALTH

The Fight Against Tropical Parasites: A Closer Look

The battle against lymphatic filariasis (LF) is far from over. This disease, caused by tiny worms like Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori, is a big problem in many tropical and subtropical areas. It affects millions of people, causing serious health issues and social problems. Th

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

A Quarter Century of Baby Care Progress

A quarter of a century has passed since a significant milestone in neonatal care was reached. It is a time to reflect on the advancements that have shaped the field. The journey began with a commitment to improving the care of newborns. This dedication has led to remarkable improvements in technolog

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

Republican Lawmakers Challenge PBS and NPR in Heated Congress Meeting

A recent congressional hearing turned into a heated debate. Republicans took aim at PBS and NPR. They accused these public media giants of being biased and spreading false information. The hearing was organized by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. She labeled PBS and NPR as "radical left-wing e

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