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Dec 31 2024CELEBRITIES

Court Upholds $5 Million Verdict Against Trump in Sexual Abuse Case

A federal appeals court has backed a jury's decision from 2023, upholding a $5 million award for defamation and sexual abuse against former President Donald Trump. The case involves allegations from E. Jean Carroll, a longtime magazine columnist, who claimed Trump attacked her in a department store

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Dec 31 2024SCIENCE

Discovering Fish Scales: A New Source of Collagen

Did you know that fish scales can be a great source of collagen? Scientists have found that collagen from the scales of Megalonibea fusca is very promising. They compared two types of collagen: one that dissolves in acid (ASC-MF) and one that dissolves in a protein-digesting enzyme called pepsin (PS

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Dec 31 2024SCIENCE

Boosting Battery Flexibility: A New Mix of MXene and Rubber for Better Lithium Anodes

Have you ever noticed how batteries in phones or laptops can get damaged if you bend them too much? Well, scientists are working on a solution to make lithium batteries more flexible and durable. One way they are doing this is by using a mix of something called MXene and natural rubber to create a c

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Dec 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix's 2024 Hits: Top Shows You Can't Miss

2024 was a tough year for Netflix, but they still rolled out some amazing shows. Many series mixed comedy and drama, while two animated hits outshone live-action shows. If you're a Netflix fan, these are the shows you should catch up on. New shows like Baby Reindeer and returning favorites Cobra Ka

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Dec 31 2024TECHNOLOGY

Grab a Deal: Galaxy Tab S9+ at a Steal

Are you in the market for a powerful tablet? Check out the Galaxy Tab S9+ at Best Buy! Right now, you can snag the 256GB version for just $799. 99, which is a sweet $200 discount. This tablet packs a punch with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, making it super fast and perfect for work. Plus, its 12.

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Why Adding an Extra Step to ACL Surgery Can Make a Difference

When you tear your ACL—that's the Achilles' heel of your knee—doctors often recommend a surgery called ACL reconstruction. One common type, called anatomic single-bundle ACL reconstruction (ACLR), aims to place the new ligament (called a graft) in just the right spot on your bone. This setup is thou

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Stock Markets to Pause: A Day to Remember President Carter

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq will temporarily shut down on January 9 to honor the late President Jimmy Carter. This isn't just any day off; it's a national day of mourning. Carter, our 39th president, is known for his incredible humanitarian work after leaving office. He passed

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Dec 30 2024POLITICS

Court Stands by $5M Verdict Against Trump in Sexual Abuse Case

A big court decision happened recently. Writer E. Jean Carroll won her case against Donald Trump. In 2023, a jury said Trump had to pay her $5 million. They thought he sexually abused her in the 1990s and then said bad things about her in public. Trump didn't like this and tried to appeal, saying th

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Dec 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Bruce Willis' Twist as a Tricky Villain in This Crime Series

Imagine a crime story where the bad guy isn't just evil, but embodies a whole philosophy of power and control. That's what you get with Bruce Willis' character, Amato, in the thriller series "No Exit. " The show's title comes from a book by philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, who said something like, "Oth

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Health Survey in Asthma: A Fresh Look at Time and Words

Researchers are exploring new ways to track time and describe symptoms in people with asthma and other lung diseases. They're using a mix of methods to find the best approach. One tool they're testing is the EQ-5D-5L, a health survey that asks about daily life activities, pain or discomfort, anxiety

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