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Jul 03 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Sort Molecules for Safer Medicines

In the world of medicine, molecules can be tricky. Some look almost the same but behave very differently. This is especially true for chiral molecules, which are like mirror images of each other. One version can be helpful, while the other might be harmful. So, finding a good way to separate them is

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

How Thune is Steering the Senate Through Stormy Waters

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is taking a different approach to his role. He's focusing on teamwork and listening to others. This is a shift from the previous leader's style. Thune's method is being tested with a big tax bill. It's a mix of old and new ideas. The bill passed, but it wasn't easy.

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Boosting Battery Performance with Seeds and Pitch

Scientists have found a way to make better batteries using seeds and a special coating. They used Indian trumpetflower seeds to create a type of carbon called hard carbon. This carbon is good for storing sodium, which is important for a kind of battery called sodium-ion batteries. But there are som

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Jul 02 2025CRIME

Unraveling the Idaho Student Murders: What We Know So Far

A plea deal is on the table for Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022. The hearing is set for Wednesday in Boise, and it's expected to be straightforward. Kohberger is charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of burglary. The plea

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Jul 02 2025CRIME

The Power Play Behind Bryan Kohberger's Plea Deal

Bryan Kohberger's decision to plead guilty in the murder case of four University of Idaho students shifts the power dynamic in unexpected ways. By avoiding a trial, Kohberger keeps the full story to himself, leaving many questions unanswered. Experts suggest this gives him a strange kind of control,

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Jul 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Punk Rock, Politics, and a New Album: Dropkick Murphys Speak Out

Dropkick Murphys are back with a new album, "For The People, " dropping on July 4th. This isn't just any album; it's a political statement. The band, known for their punk rock sound, has been vocal about their views, especially since the 2020 election. They've played at protests and called out fans

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Jul 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Delivers Weather Satellite to Space and Lands Safely

SpaceX has done it again! A Falcon 9 rocket took off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Its mission? To send a fancy new weather satellite called MTG-S1 into space. This satellite is part of the Meteosat Third Generation (MTG) family, which is run by EUMETSAT, a group of 30 European countr

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Jul 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to See the Invisible: How Tiny Tech is Changing Infrared Imaging

In the world of tech, tiny things are making big waves. Scientists have been playing around with mercury telluride (HgTe) nanocrystals. These tiny particles can be tuned to absorb different wavelengths of light, especially in the infrared (IR) range. This makes them super useful for creating afforda

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Jul 01 2025HEALTH

China's Shift in Approving Traditional Medicines: A Closer Look

Over the past decade, China has been fine-tuning how it approves new traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs). The goal? To make the process better suit the unique nature of these treatments. This effort has led to some interesting changes in what counts as solid evidence for approval. Before the refor

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Jul 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Water Moves Toxic Stuff in the Soil

In the rocky landscapes of southwest China, water is on the move. It carries more than just moisture. It also moves harmful stuff like mercury, thallium, and arsenic. These toxic elements are found in the soil. They come from different places. Some come from rocks breaking down. Others come from the

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