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Apr 10 2025HEALTH

Unchecked Antibiotic Use in Nigeria's Livestock Industry

Antibiotic resistance is a global issue. It is growing faster than the creation of new drugs. This poses a serious threat to both human and animal health. It is a problem that is getting worse in Nigeria. It is not just about the animals. It is also about the people who rely on them for their livel

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Apr 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Smart Move: Why Lagging in AI Can Be an Advantage

Microsoft is making waves in the AI world with a strategy that might seem counterintuitive at first glance. The tech giant is choosing to develop AI models that are a few months behind the latest cutting-edge technology. This approach, led by Microsoft's AI chief, offers some surprising benefits. F

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Apr 10 2025HEALTH

How Good Are Our Pregnancy Care Rules?

The goal was to check how good and useful current pregnancy care rules are. These rules are meant to help countries use or change them as needed. A thorough search was done in a big database for rules made with a system called GRADE. This system is used to create health guidelines. The rules found w

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Apr 09 2025SCIENCE

The Double-Edged Sword of Herbicide Resistance in Rice

Herbicides are a double-edged sword. They help farmers keep weeds at bay, but they also pose a risk. Weeds can develop resistance, making the herbicides less effective. This is a big problem, especially with paraquat. Paraquat is a fast-acting herbicide used around the world. It's non-selective,

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Apr 09 2025HEALTH

Melanoma Cells: The Silent Survivors of Chemo

Melanoma, a type of skin cancer, often becomes resistant to treatment. This resistance can be due to chemotherapy-induced senescence. This means that instead of dying, some cancer cells stop growing but do not die. This can lead to treatment failure. Finding and targeting these senescent cells is a

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Apr 09 2025HEALTH

Can a Digital Helper Boost Bone Health?

Osteoporosis is a serious condition that affects many postmenopausal women. It weakens bones, making them more likely to break. Managing this condition often involves taking medication regularly. But sticking to a medication routine can be tough. This is where digital voice assistants (DVAs) come in

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Apr 09 2025CRIME

Robbery in Londonderry NH: Police Seek Witnesses

A business in Londonderry, NH, was the target of an armed robbery on Monday. The incident occurred in the early afternoon at a commercial location on Harvey Road. The victim, who was working at the time, reported that four to five individuals entered the premises. They were armed and used zip t

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Apr 08 2025POLITICS

Firing Frenzy: Supreme Court's Ruling on Federal Worker Terminations

The Supreme Court recently made a significant decision about federal worker firings. It allowed the Trump administration to proceed with dismissing around 16, 000 probationary federal employees. This ruling came in an unsigned opinion, and the court did not delve into whether the firings were legal.

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Apr 08 2025HEALTH

The Power of Social Media in Health Education

In Pakistan, traditional methods of health education are commonly used. These include television, radio, community health workers, and printed materials. However, these methods often struggle to reach and engage a large portion of the population. This is where social media comes in. It has the poten

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Apr 08 2025SPORTS

The Fencing Fiasco: A Fight for Fair Play

A female fencer made headlines when she refused to compete against a transgender opponent. Stephanie Turner took a stand by kneeling during a match, protesting against facing Redmond Sullivan. Her actions led to a black card, the harshest penalty in the sport, resulting in immediate disqualification

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