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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Hospital Admissions for Depression: Urban, Suburban, and Rural Differences in Austria

Did you know that where you live in Austria can affect your chances of being admitted to a hospital for depression? A recent study looked at hospital admissions for depressive episodes among adults in Austria from 2009 to 2014. The study found some intriguing patterns. Suburban areas had the highest

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Weed and Booze: How Enforcement Works in the U. S.

As more and more states legalize marijuana for adult use, the tasks of state and local police are shifting. We took a look at how different states and local areas handle the enforcement of cannabis and alcohol laws, both where weed is legal and where it isn't. In states where marijuana is legal, co

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Nov 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Are Apple's MagSafe Accessories Worth Buying?

In 2020, Apple debuted MagSafe, promising a world of innovative iPhone accessories. Four years later, the reality is different. Instead of a boom in new products, we're mostly seeing the same old things: chargers, cases, and a couple of unique items. With the iPhone 16 out and the holidays coming, l

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Moves Up a Day on Disney+

Great news for Star Wars fans! Disney+ has decided to bump up the premiere date for the much-awaited series, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Instead of waiting until December 3, viewers can dive into the adventure a day earlier, on December 2 at 6 p. m. PST. The first two episodes will be released then, w

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Hot Flashes and Menopause: Who's Getting Help and Who's Not?

Let's talk about hot flashes and menopause. You might be surprised to know that not everyone gets help with these symptoms. A recent study looked into how common it is for women in the US, aged 40-64, to be diagnosed with hot flashes related to menopause. They found that around 79 out of every 1, 00

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Merky Moments: A Glimpse into Merkel's Memoir

Imagine sitting down with a book that dishes out revelations about world leaders like it's no big deal. That's what you get with Angela Merkel's new book. Let's dive into some of the juiciest bits. Picture this: it's 2014, and Russian President Vladimir Putin is on the phone with Merkel. He's denyi

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Movies to Watch Before They're Gone in December

Hey, movie buffs! If you're a Netflix fan, you might want to mark your calendars. As December rolls in, many films are leaving the streaming service. Among them are some real gems you shouldn't miss. So, grab some popcorn and get ready to binge-watch before they're gone for good! First up, let's ta

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Nov 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Next-Gen Batteries: A New Spin on Powering the Future

Imagine your phone or electric car battery lasting way longer and being much lighter. That's the promise of lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, which a U. K. startup called Molyon is working on. Founded by scientists from Cambridge University, Molyon is using a special material called molybdenum disulf

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Alcohol and Cancer: A Global Burden

Did you know that alcohol can cause cancer? While a lot of research has been done in rich countries, not much is known about how big a problem this is in poorer countries. It's a serious issue that affects people differently based on where they live and how much money they have. Alcohol can lead to

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Nov 26 2024SCIENCE

The Power of Belief: How We Shape Our Reality

Lately, people have been questioning scientific facts, especially when it comes to COVID, climate change, and conspiracy theories. This raises important questions: What is knowledge? How do we know what we believe? Social epistemology, which studies how we know and believe things, helps us understan

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