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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Insomnia in Nepalese Teens: What's Keeping Them Awake?

Sleep problems are a big deal among teens in Nepal's Bagmati Province. A recent study found that nearly a quarter of students grades 9 and 10 struggle with insomnia. This isn't just about losing sleep; it's linked to serious issues like suicidal thoughts and risky behaviors. Researchers wanted to kn

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

'Getting Science Involved: Can it Really Save Kids Lives? '

Have you ever thought about how decisions that impact our lives are made? For instance, why did some countries handle the COVID-19 pandemic better than others? It’s not just about politics; science plays a huge role too. Three scholars, Collins, Evans, and Reyes-Galindo, have an interesting idea. T

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Jan 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fubo and Hulu Join Forces to Boost Live TV Streaming

Prepare for a big change in the world of live TV streaming! Fubo and Hulu with Live TV are teaming up to create a powerful new service. Disney, which owns Hulu, will take the lead in this merger. Don't worry, both services will still be available separately, but there will be new subscription packag

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Why Muscle Size and Health Vary with Diet in Young Adults

Young Japanese adults, both men and women, were studied to see how their daily diet links to the amount of muscle in their trunk and the presence of fat within those muscles. This study focused on people aged 20 to 26. To measure trunk muscle thickness (MT) and echo intensity (EI), which shows how m

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Jan 07 2025SCIENCE

Mystery Xenon: A Surprise Find in the Air

Scientists are in for a shock – they've stumbled upon a new radioactive isotope, 127Xe, using their fancy tool, Xcounts. This gadget was actually designed to spot specific xenon isotopes floating around in the air. Over a couple of months, they snagged 119 air samples with their unique device, SAUNA

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Revolutionizing Medical Literature: How Language Models are Changing Systematic Reviews

Scientists have been using systematic reviews (SR) to gather and analyze medical research. But checking through all the articles is hard work. Some people thought using language models could help make this easier. These models can pick out which articles are relevant, but they are still being tested

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Discovering a New Weapon Against Breast Cancer: C-5635020

Breast cancer is a tough enemy, and scientists are always looking for new ways to fight it. One important target is a protein called TGFβ RII. This protein helps cancer cells grow and spread. But finding a drug that can block this protein without causing nasty side effects is like finding a needle i

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Jan 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's 2025 TVs: Big Screens, No Glare, and Smart AI

Samsung has unveiled its latest TV lineup at CES 2025, and it's all about reducing glare and enhancing AI features. The company is incorporating its anti-glare screen technology into more models, including the brand-new S95F QD-OLED and the flagship Mini LED sets. These screens can reach impressive

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Jan 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Surprising Golden Globe Winners and What They Say About the Oscars

On Sunday night, the 82nd Golden Globe Awards had some unexpected winners. The Netflix musical "Emilia Pérez" and the long film "The Brutalist" both took home best picture prizes. "Emilia Pérez" is a Spanish-language, French-directed musical about a trans gangster. "The Brutalist" is a three-and-a-h

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Starmer Slams Musk's Claims on Grooming Scandal

For several days, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been pushing back against claims made by Elon Musk about the handling of child sex abuse cases in the UK. Musk, who is known for his social media presence and business ventures, has been vocal about the scandal, even suggesting that King Char

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