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Feb 07 2026SCIENCE

Breast PET Scans: Comparing Two Imaging Styles in Japan

A recent study from several hospitals across Japan looked at how two different kinds of PET scanners perform when used for breast imaging. The first type is a “ring‑shaped” machine that surrounds the patient, while the second uses an “opposite‑type” design that places detectors on opposite sides. Re

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Feb 07 2026HEALTH

New Weight‑Loss Strategy Before Hernia Surgery

GLP‑1 drugs, known for helping people lose weight, are now being tested as a pre‑surgery aid for patients with abdominal hernias. Obesity is a major hurdle for surgeons because it raises the chance of hernia problems and makes recovery harder. Researchers are exploring whether giving these med

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Feb 07 2026HEALTH

Perks Aren’t Enough to Cut Workplace Stress

A new study shows that giving employees extra benefits does not lower their stress levels. The research looked at workers in 22 countries, from the Americas to Asia and Africa. It found that stress is higher than ever. The report says many companies add perks like gym memberships or free lunches. T

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Feb 07 2026SPORTS

Frank Del Duca: Soldier, Bobsled Star and Flag‑Bearer Extraordinaire

Frank Del Duca is a U. S. Army sergeant who also races on the world’s icy tracks as a top‑ranked bobsled pilot. In February 2026 he carried the American flag at the opening ceremony in Milan, becoming the first bobsledder to do so in seventy years. He began his sporting life as a state champion s

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Feb 07 2026SPORTS

Sunday Sports Lineup: From Basketball to Super Bowl

A packed Sunday on television features everything from college hoops to the biggest NFL showdown. The day starts early with college basketball games on BTN and ESPNU, showcasing Southern Cal against Penn State and Tulsa facing South Florida. By noon, viewers can catch a CBS broadcast of Michigan ver

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Feb 07 2026SPORTS

Maximising Drive Power: The Hidden Role of Ground Reaction and Pressure Paths

The drive, fairway woods and long irons are the tools many golfers rely on to send the ball far. Researchers have zeroed in on two key elements that can lift a player’s clubhead speed (CHS): how the body pushes back against the ground and where the centre of pressure moves during the swing. Gr

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Competition, Not a Shortcut: How 8(a) Contracts Work

The public debate about the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) program has drifted from facts to exaggeration. Many claim the program lets firms grab federal contracts without competition, but that is a false picture. An 8(a) company does not have a special license to win contracts by default. It

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Feb 07 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin’s Quick Bounce Back After Market Sell‑Off

Bitcoin climbed from a low near $60, 000 to about $69, 000 this week, undoing the gains it had made after Donald Trump’s November 2024 election. \p The drop came during a broader sell‑off that saw the CoinDesk 20 index fall more than 17% in one week. Bitcoin lost roughly 16. 5%, while Ether, BNB an

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Feb 07 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin’s Roller‑Coaster: Why Prices Fell After Trump’s Win

The value of Bitcoin has slipped back to the level it was at before Trump’s victory, leaving many investors puzzled. A recent market dip shows that the cryptocurrency is still fragile, especially after the United States Federal Reserve may cut interest rates. After Trump announced a new chair

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Feb 07 2026CRIME

Nancy’s Vanishing: A Media Circus in the Desert

The news of an 84‑year‑old woman missing from a Tucson home has turned into a national spectacle, with the case of Nancy Guthrie becoming intertwined with her daughter Savannah’s role on a popular morning show. Police began their search after Nancy failed to attend church, and investigators found ev

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