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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Switch 2: Leak Sightings at CES and Accessories Ready!

Imagine this: a gaming accessories maker, Genki, is showing off a 3D mockup of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 at the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES). French publication Numerama reported that according to Genki, the new console is set to launch in April. The mockup displays several

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Save a Knee: How One Woman's Gastrocnemius Muscle Flap Saved the Day

Namazi Hospital saw a fascinating case in 2024. A 46-year-old woman arrived with a broken tibia and a popliteal artery injury. The team first secured the tibia using an external fixator, then repaired the popliteal artery. Two weeks later, they removed internal implants due to an abscess. Unfortunat

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Jan 09 2025EDUCATION

NYC Parents: Your Chance to Shape School Policy is Here!

Get ready, NYC parents! The time has come to make a real difference in your kids' education. This week, Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos kicked off a unique opportunity for you to join local and citywide education councils. These panels play a major role in deciding school zoning, advising su

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

ADHD in the US: A Look at Prevalence and Challenges

In 2022, data from the Mental Health Client-Level Data (MH-CLD) by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) showed that around 1 in 10 patients had ADHD. That's a lot of people! Being diagnosed with ADHD seems to be common among kids aged 0-11, and less so among folks with higher educ

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Childhood Challenges and Coping: What's the Link to Mental Health Issues?

Growing up with tough experiences, like trauma or adversity, can really boost the chances of dealing with mental health problems later in life. One of those big concerns is the risk of psychosis, and let’s not forget about feeling down (depression) or being super shy (social phobia). This study took

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Health Insurance Under Biden: Nearly 24 Million Sign Up for Obamacare

Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans have seen a huge boost under President Joe Biden, with nearly 24 million people already signed up for 2025. This is almost twice the number from when Donald Trump was in office. The growth is due to bigger federal subsidies, better outreach, and an easier enrollment p

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Jan 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Nintendo Switch 2: A Peek Into The Future

Are you ready for the next generation of gaming? It looks like a new Nintendo Switch is on the horizon, and some sneaky glimpses have already surfaced. At CES 2025, an accessory maker named Genki decided to show off some tools for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Yep, you heard it right – a console t

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Jan 08 2025SCIENCE

Plant Walls: How They Stretch and Grow

Plant cell walls are like the bones of the plant world, giving them structure and strength. But unlike bones, plant cell walls change as the plant grows. This is because they are made of different sugars that can stretch and bend. Scientists have been studying these walls to understand how they help

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Cowboys Coach on the Hot Seat: Draft Woes and Mavs Injuries Discussed

Welcome to the world of sports podcasts! Kevin Sherrington and David Moore, sports writers for The Dallas Morning News, are here to share their insights and humor. This week, they're diving into some hot topics from the world of Dallas sports. First up, what's the deal with Mike McCarthy? Is he stic

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Boosting Communication and Eating Skills in Kids with Cri du Chat

Cri du Chat Syndrome (CdCS) is a rare condition caused by a missing piece on chromosome 5. This often leads to troubles with swallowing, talking, moving, and thinking clearly. Kids with CdCS have odd larynxes and struggle with mouth movements. This study explored how speech therapy could help fix th

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