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Dec 01 2024SPORTS

Why Sculpting Sports Stars Can Be a Challenge

Sculpting statues of sports stars might seem like a straightforward task, but it turns out there's more to it than meets the eye. Take a look at some famous examples: the Harry Kane statue in London was compared to a comic strip character, the Dwyane Wade sculpture in Miami resembled actor Laurence

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Nov 30 2024SPORTS

Ohio State's History with Michigan on November 30: Wins, Scuffles, and Close Calls

November 30 isn't just any day for Ohio State. It's a date that's seen some historic games, especially against their rival, Michigan. The Buckeyes have played the Wolverines on this date five times in a row, with three straight road wins. The first game on this date was a home loss to Kenyon in 1899

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Nov 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Grab a PS5 for Cheap This Black Friday

Have you been eyeing a new PlayStation 5? Black Friday offers some awesome deals! Right now, you can snag a PS5 Digital Edition for just $374, which is $75 off its regular price. Retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, and Sony’s own store are all running this promotion. Want the version with a disc drive

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Nov 30 2024CRIME

A Doctor's Dealings: A Tale of Dementia and Inheritance

Dr. Ann Marie Egloff, a renowned cancer surgeon, is being accused of manipulating her elderly relative, Jo Ann Paganetti, who was struggling with dementia. Paganetti, a former professor, had been living in a rehabilitation center after suffering a stroke in 2018. In July 2023, when Paganetti was adm

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Cucumber Alert: Recall After Salmonella Scare

Hey there! You might want to check your fridge. Cucumbers shipped to lots of places in the US and Canada are getting recalled due to a salmonella scare. SunFed Produce said they're pulling back whole fresh cucumbers sent to stores and restaurants between mid-October and late November. You'll find th

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Nov 30 2024WEATHER

Snow Emergency in WNY: Several Counties Brace for Heavy Snowfall

A winter weather warning has been issued for multiple counties in Western New York (WNY). Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties due to the onset of lake effect snow. This type of snowfall typically affects commu

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Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

Detecting Prostate Cancer through Color: The Sarcosine Sensor

The world of medical diagnosis is always on the lookout for better ways to spot diseases early. One such approach involves detecting special molecules called biomarkers. In the case of prostate cancer, a molecule called Sarcosine can be found in urine. This study introduces a clever way to spot Sarc

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Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Space Crew Unboxes Stinky Russian Supply Ship, No Harm Done

Imagine opening a package from outer space, only to find it smells like something went wrong. That's what happened to the astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) when they unpacked the Progress 90 cargo ship from Russia. The ship brought tons of supplies, but it also had a nasty odor and

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Nov 28 2024CRIME

Guns and Racism: A Pandemic Connection

During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a notable increase in gun purchases in the United States. Simultaneously, the country witnessed a rise in racism and hate crimes. But did these two trends intersect? This study explores whether experiencing racism influenced Americans' decision to buy guns dur

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Nov 27 2024SCIENCE

The Effect of Salt on the Folding of Engrailed Homeodomain

Engrailed homeodomain, or EngHD, is a crucial protein that controls over 200 genes by acting as a transcription factor. It folds quickly, but scientists aren't quite sure how electrostatic interactions within it affect its stability and cooperativity during folding. Recent research used a computer m

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