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Nov 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Silent Echoes: A Tale of the Troubles

Ever wondered what it was like to be wrapped up in a war that no one talks about? "Say Nothing, " a new series, offers a fresh look at the Troubles in Northern Ireland. It's not just about bombs and guns, but also about secrets, pain, and the silent lives of people caught in the middle. The story un

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Nov 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

iPods Take Over the Skies: A Game-Changer in Air Travel

Imagine this: You're on a plane, and instead of watching the same old in-flight movies, you can play your favorite songs or watch your own videos right from your iPod. That's what happened on November 14, 2006, when Apple announced a big change in air travel. They teamed up with six airlines to let

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Nov 12 2024SPORTS

Top Affordable Sports Bikes Under $10, 000: A Look Back

The world of sports bikes has evolved significantly since the 1969 Honda CB750, often considered the first superbike, hit the scene. This bike introduced the across-the-frame, in-line four-cylinder design, becoming widely popular and earning the title "Universal Japanese Motorcycle (UJM)" by the end

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Nov 11 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Unintended Rise of Deep Learning

In 2008, a fresh computer science grad student at Princeton sat in on a lecture about neural networks. The topic seemed outdated, like something from the '80s and '90s that had lost its spark. Researchers were more interested in sleek algorithms like support vector machines. Unbeknownst to this stud

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

The Unlikely Pioneers: Early Dog Doctors in Britain

Imagine this: in the 1700s, when medical care for humans was still quite basic, there were people in Britain dedicated to treating dogs! These were the dog doctors, and they didn't have any official healthcare training. The most famous of them was John Norborn, who wasn't ashamed to call himself a '

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Nov 08 2024HEALTH

A Century of Skin Care: Celebrating Brazilian Dermatology

In the sunny month of January 1925, the Annaes Brasileiros de Dermatologia e Syphilografia was born. A hundred years later, it's now known as Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia (ABD). Back then, a few smart pioneers likely couldn't imagine how strong the Brazilian Society of Dermatology would become.

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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

Revamping History Lessons: Is 'Our Island Story' Enough?

Everyone loves a good story, right? And where better to learn one than at school? That's why some folks think it's a great idea to focus history lessons on the exciting tales of our nation's past. This way, students can feel proud of their country and get along with their neighbors. In England, thou

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Nov 07 2024EDUCATION

Teaching Science: Why History, Philosophy, and Culture Matter

Imagine learning science without exploring its fascinating history or debating its philosophical complexities. That was the focus of a recent conference at Boston University, backed by the National Science Foundation. Experts gathered to discuss how understanding the past and foundations of science

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Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Unsung Hero of Rock: Nicky Hopkins' Piano Magic

Ever heard of Nicky Hopkins? He's the piano genius who played on over 250 albums, yet few know his name. His keyboard wizardry brought life to hits like the Rolling Stones' "Sympathy for the Devil" and the Beatles' "Revolution". Hopkins worked with everyone from the Stones to the Who, the Kinks to J

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

International Trade Finance: From Medieval Times to Today

Ever since the Middle Ages, international trade finance has been a key part of global business. It all started with local merchants and bankers creating their own unique financial assets. Over time, this system became more centralized, with leading trading centers like Antwerp, Amsterdam, and London

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