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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

How Brain Networks Change After Stopping Seizure Meds

Researchers wanted to understand how the brain's network changes affect seizure relapse when people stop taking their seizure medication. They looked at 24 people who stayed seizure-free (SF-group), 22 who had seizures again (SR-group), and 46 healthy individuals (Control group). They used brain sca

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

A War Photo Redefines Ukrainian Identity

Imagine a photo from the heart of Ukraine's conflict: soldiers dressed in armor, chuckling and smoking around a simple table. This photo, unlike the usual war images filled with cannon fire and pain, has captured Ukraine’s attention and praise. The photo, taken in late 2023 by French photographer Ém

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

Young People Off Track: How Location Impacts Their Futures

Imagine a group of young people, aged 15 to 29, who aren't in school, at work, or in training programs. We call them NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). They are a big concern for the European Union (EU). Experts have taken a closer look at where these young people live and how their l

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Jan 11 2025SCIENCE

The Changing Role of Astrocyte Mitochondria: A New Angle on Neuronal Injury

Did you know that astrocytes, often seen as the support crew in the brain, have a surprising role in neuronal injury? In Uruguay, research on these glial cells has a long history, dating back almost to the birth of the Uruguayan Society for Neuroscience. Astrocytes, traditionally known for their sup

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Safeguarding LA: How Alert Tech Is Being Improved After Errors

You know the story: wildfires in Los Angeles sparked a flurry of emergency alerts. But not all were accurate. One alert meant for those near the Kenneth Fire went to all 10 million residents of LA County. Panic set in, and city officials started digging into the issue. The tech company, Genasys, beh

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Workplace Brain Monitoring: A New Era of Efficiency and Ethics

Imagine wearing a hat that can read your brain waves at work. Sounds futuristic, right? But this is already happening! Scientists are using brain monitoring to boost productivity and safety on the job. They're trying to understand how our brains work best at work. This isn't like sci-fi movies. It's

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Jan 11 2025EDUCATION

STEM Boost: Dorchester District 2 Gets $25k Grant for Innovation

Dorchester School District 2 is revamping its STEM programs with a fresh boost from Google. The tech giant has awarded the district a $25, 000 grant, which Superintendent Dr. Shane Robbins plans to use to spark creativity in classrooms. Unlike usual funds, which are often restricted, this grant offe

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

Exploring the Lives of People Living with HIV in the UK: The Positive Voices Survey 2022

In today's world, HIV is more of a manageable condition than a death sentence, thanks to improved treatments. But folks living with HIV still face a tougher challenge when it comes to both mental and physical health. They're not only dealing with health issues, but also grappling with economic and s

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

CES 2025 Gadgets: Good, Bad, and Ugly

This year's CES show in Las Vegas brought us some awesome gadgets, but it also had its fair share of flops. Some experts decided to highlight the worst products, and their picks might surprise you. Liz Chamberlain from iFixit warned about the growing trend of gadgets with built-in surveillance tools

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Top Robot Vacuums at CES 2025: Innovations You Can't Miss

CES 2025 was all about the latest in robot vacuum cleaners. Companies like Roborock, Dreame, and Narwhal showed off their newest models packed with innovative features. Let's dive into what makes these robots stand out. The Roborock Saros Z70 is a game-changer with its extendable Omnigrip arm. This

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