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Jan 24 2025SCIENCE

Words' Rules: How Language Locks Meaning

Some philosophers think that the meaning of a sentence isn't complete. They say it's more like a set of rules that tells us what speakers can say and hearers can understand. Recently, Daniel Harris has been working on a theory about these "rules. " He thinks these rules come from our minds, like a s

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Jan 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smashing Data: Tiny Synapses for Future Computers

Imagine squeezing more brains into computers! Scientists are working on making computers smarter by mimicking how our brains work. These new computers, called neuromorphic systems, need lots of tiny parts called synapses and neurons to handle huge amounts of messy data. But fitting all those parts i

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Virtual Trump Returns to Davos

President Trump is back at the World Economic Forum in Davos, but this time he's joining virtually. Just days after returning to the White House, Trump is set to address an international audience. The annual event, known for gathering global leaders, tech experts, and business bigwigs, is also featu

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Why Europe Needs to Spend More on Defense

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg once had a different view on defense spending. As the former Dutch prime minister, Mark Rutte, he often failed to meet NATO's 2% GDP defense spending target. But now, heading the world's most powerful military alliance, he has changed his mind. He credits form

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

House Speaker Shuffles Intelligence Committee Leadership

Rep. Mike Turner, a Republican from Ohio, has been removed from his role as chair of the House Intelligence Committee. This decision was announced by House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana. Turner was known for his strong advocacy for NATO and aid to Ukraine in its fight against Rus

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Russian Official Warns of Close Call in Nuclear War with NATO

A close associate of Russian President Vladimir Putin recently claimed that a nuclear exchange with NATO nearly happened during President Joe Biden's term. This drama unfolded in the tense backdrop of the ongoing Russian-Ukraine conflict. NATO and Russia hold about 90% of the world's nuclear weapons

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Brain differences in lonely folks with schizophrenia and depression

Ever felt lonely? You're not alone. Lots of people feel this way, and it's a big deal for health. But what does loneliness do to our brains, especially for people with schizophrenia or depression? Researchers are just starting to figure this out. Schizophrenia and depression make people feel really

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Health Risks of Female Veterans

Did you know that female veterans might face a higher risk of dementia compared to their civilian counterparts? Recent research has shown that former service women with conditions like trauma, alcoholism, depression, brain injuries, or even diabetes are particularly vulnerable. This calls for more f

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Equal Chances in Surgery: How Trainee Gender Matters

Let's talk about something important: gender disparity among trainee surgeons. This isn't just about who gets to operate; it's about how biases in the operating room affect who gets the chance to learn and grow. When we look at the numbers, it's clear that there's a gap between men and women when it

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Jan 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Reality Star Lynn Ban Passes Away at 52 After Ski Accident

Lynn Ban, a star from the Netflix show "Bling Empire: New York, " has sadly left us at the age of 52. Her son, Sebastian, shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she had passed away on Monday. This came just a few weeks after she underwent emergency brain surgery due to injuries from a ski acci

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