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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

Azaleas in Trouble: A Hidden Threat and a Potential Savior

In the lush gardens of Nanjing, a silent battle is unfolding. Azaleas, those vibrant and beloved plants, are under attack. Over the past few years, about 15% of Rhododendron simsii plants in nurseries have shown signs of wilting and yellowing. The culprit? A sneaky pathogen causing crown and root ro

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Nov 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Xbox Cloud Gaming: A Growing Hit Around the World

Xbox Cloud Gaming is making waves across the globe. It's now live in 29 countries, including the latest addition, India. This country is a big deal in gaming, with over 500 million gamers expected by 2025. Microsoft has been busy boosting server power in Argentina and Brazil. This move comes after

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Nov 27 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Striatin-3 and SG2NA Puzzle

In the vast realm of biology, small proteins often play significant roles. Striatin-3 is one such protein that frequently draws the attention of the immune system. This isn't unusual. The immune system sometimes mistakenly targets the body's own proteins, leading to autoimmune diseases. Researchers

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Nov 27 2025BUSINESS

Campbell's VP Out After Insulting Customers and Products

A top executive at Campbell's is no longer with the company after a recording surfaced where he allegedly made offensive remarks about customers and products. The executive, Martin Bally, was the vice president of information technology. Campbell's confirmed that the voice on the recording is Bally'

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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

Long-Term Results: Two Ways to Fix Leakage in Women

Women who have trouble controlling their bladder might need surgery. Two methods are often used. One is a classic approach using body tissue. The other is a newer method using special tape. Both aim to stop leakage when coughing or exercising. Researchers wanted to see how these methods compare. Th

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

A Mother's Fight: DACA and the Human Cost of Immigration Policies

Bruna Ferreira's story is not unique, but it's her connection to the White House that has brought her case into the spotlight. The 33-year-old Brazilian mother was taken into custody by federal officers while driving to pick up her son from school. Now, she's being held in an Immigration and Customs

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Sports Fans Rejoice: NBC Sports Network Makes a Comeback on Cable

The NBC Sports Network is back on Comcast's Xfinity cable after a long break. This time, it's teaming up with Peacock, the streaming service. The network shut down in 2021 to push viewers towards Peacock, but now it's returning for those who prefer traditional cable or satellite. Some sports events

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Nov 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pico's Big Plans: A New XR Headset in 2026

Pico, a company under ByteDance, is cooking up something exciting for 2026. They're planning to launch a new XR headset that's packed with cutting-edge tech. This isn't just any headset; it's got a self-developed chip that's been in the works since 2022 and is now in mass production. This chip is a

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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

Mapping the Faces of Canadian Radiation Oncologists: A Look at Diversity and Discrimination

In Canada, a recent study took a closer look at the people who treat cancer with radiation. It's called radiation oncologists. They wanted to see how diverse this group is. They also wanted to know if these doctors face unfair treatment at work. The study asked about many things. It asked about gen

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Nov 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Roads Getting a High-Tech Makeover

In the heart of Somerville, a young company named Cyvl is shaking up the way cities handle road maintenance. Instead of relying on old-school methods, they're using lasers and AI to spot and fix road problems before they become major headaches. The team at Cyvl has developed a clever sensor that ca

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