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Jul 04 2025SCIENCE

Detecting Lead: A Smart Science Trick

Scientists have found a clever way to spot lead using tiny glass holes. They can't see lead directly, so they use a special trick. Here's how it works: they mix lead with some smart DNA bits. These bits react and create a signal. This signal is big enough for the glass holes to notice. The cool par

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

Hospital Visits That Could Be Avoided: What Changed During COVID-19?

In many wealthy nations, doctors use avoidable hospitalizations (AHs) as a way to check how good primary care is. But in places like China, this method isn't used much. The COVID-19 pandemic brought big changes to healthcare. Yet, there's not much research on how AHs shifted before and during the pa

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Jul 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Do Young Vietnamese Share News Online?

In Vietnam, young people are sharing news on social media a lot. To understand why, researchers looked at what makes news interesting, what people want from it, and how they feel about sharing. They found that news that matters to society and connects with people is more likely to be shared. Young p

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

How Gut Bacteria Might Influence Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a complex condition. It affects the brain and causes seizures. Scientists are now looking at the gut. They want to see if gut bacteria play a role in epilepsy. The gut has trillions of bacteria. These bacteria talk to the brain. This is called the gut-brain axis. Researchers found links

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

Funding Freeze: Who's Really Affected?

The Trump administration has decided to hold back over $6 billion in education grants. These funds were meant for programs helping kids from low-income families and immigrants. The administration claims some of this money was used for things they don't agree with. They say it was used to support imm

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Zelda's Switch 2 Upgrade: Lasers Get a Power Boost!

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has brought some unexpected changes to the game. Players have discovered that the improved frame rate has made lasers way more powerful. This is because the lasers are tied to the game's refresh rate. So, with the game now ru

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Jul 02 2025SCIENCE

Enzymes from Fungus: Breaking Down Plant Material Efficiently

Scientists have found two special enzymes from a fungus that can help break down plant material. These enzymes, called α-L-Arabinofuranosidases (ABFs), are important because they remove arabinose, a type of sugar, from plant fibers. This makes it easier for other enzymes to break down the plant mate

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Venice Protests: Wealth and Weddings Under Scrutiny

Venice recently saw a mix of celebration and protest as Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding. While the couple enjoyed their lavish event, a few hundred protesters gathered to voice their discontent. Their main message? They wanted Bezos to leave their city. The protesters chanted

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Top Picks: Amazon's Most Desired Gadgets

Amazon's "Most Wished For" list is a goldmine for finding trending electronics. It's a handy tool for gift ideas or just staying updated on what's hot. The list is divided into categories, making it easy to focus on specific items like dash cams or smart home devices. Topping the list are the Apple

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Monitor Deals to Watch Before Prime Day

Amazon's big sale event, Prime Day, is coming up in two weeks. It's a great time to find deals on all kinds of tech, including computer monitors. Whether you need a new screen for work, gaming, or just want an extra display, now is the time to look. Finding the right monitor can be tough. There are

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