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Jun 26 2025SCIENCE

A Scientist's Journey: Seven Decades of Discovery

In the world of science, some people leave a mark that lasts for generations. One such person is Professor Emil Paleček. He was born in 1930 and spent most of his life working at the Institute of Biophysics. This place is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. But why is Paleček so important?

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's Clock App: Small Changes, Big Impact?

Google has just released a minor update for its Clock app on Android, version 7. 14. This update brings a couple of visual tweaks that might not seem like much at first glance, but they could make a difference in how users interact with the app. First off, the update introduces new Material 3 switc

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Mind-Body Link: How Spinal Injuries Might Affect Thinking

Spinal cord injuries, often caused by accidents or medical procedures, can lead to more than just movement and sensation problems. They might also impact how the brain works, causing swelling, pressure, and even thinking difficulties. Recent research suggests that widespread inflammation in the body

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

Who Gets CPR and Who Doesn't? A Look at Surgery Patients

Healthcare should be fair for everyone, right? A recent study dug into this idea by looking at who gets CPR and who doesn't among general surgery patients. The focus was on figuring out which personal details might influence these decisions. First, the study checked if certain factors, like age, ra

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Jun 26 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Tomato Resilience: The Power of Fungi and Natural Boosters

In the quest to make tomatoes tougher against dry spells, scientists have turned to some unusual allies: fungi and natural plant boosters. The focus was on two Italian tomato varieties, Principe Borghese and San Marzano nano. The team used high-tech plant scanning to see how these tomatoes fared und

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Tech: China's New Mini Drones and Their Big Potential

China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 cen

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

US-China Tech Showdown: Chip Equipment in the Crosshairs

The US is thinking about taking back some special permits. These permits let American companies sell certain tech gear to big chip makers in China. The main players here are Samsung, TSMC, and SK hynix. They've been using these permits to get equipment for their factories in China. But now, the US m

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

A Fresh Face in NYC Politics: Zohran Mamdani's Unexpected Rise

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

How Doctors in Austria Use Tech to Help Heart Patients

Tech tools like health apps and online rehab programs are changing how doctors in Austria help patients with heart issues. These tools can make a big difference, but getting doctors to use them isn't always easy. Many things can affect whether or not doctors will use these tech tools. First, doctor

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gemini's New Privacy Update: What's the Big Deal?

Google's Gemini chatbot is getting an update that's got people talking. The change lets Gemini access certain apps on your phone, even if your chat history is turned off. Sounds scary, right? But let's break it down. Before this update, Gemini could only use apps like Phone, Messages, WhatsApp, and

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