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Oct 30 2024SCIENCE

Sun's Heat Ends Comet ATLAS's Journey Early

Imagine a comet swooshing through space, expected to brighten up our nights around Halloween. Sadly, Comet ATLAS didn't make it. It got too close to the sun and melted into nothing. It's like when a popsicle melts in your hand on a hot day, but on a way larger scale. Comet ATLAS, first spotted in S

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Oct 29 2024WEATHER

Halloween Week: Mild Weather and a Bit of Rain

This Halloween week, we're in for some uncommonly warm weather. The humidity will also go up, making it feel a bit sticky. It's not all sunshine though—rain chances are increasing, and that might mess with your Halloween plans. Early Tuesday morning, there's a Dense Fog Advisory in the capital area

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Oct 29 2024SCIENCE

How THC Makes You Feel High: A Neuroscience Lesson

Ever wondered how cannabis makes you feel "high"? Let's dive into the science behind it. Your body naturally produces cannabinoids, similar to what's found in marijuana. One of these, called anandamide, acts as a neurotransmitter, sending messages between nerve cells. These messages impact areas of

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Score a Big Home Security Discount: Ring Alarm Kit 40% Off Today

Looking for an affordable way to beef up your home security? Look no further! The Ring Alarm eight-piece kit is up for grabs at a steal of a price—40% off its usual $329. 99, landing at just $149. 99. This killer deal is exclusively for Amazon Prime members, so if you're not a subscriber, now might

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Oct 27 2024HEALTH

Older Adults and Immunocompromised Advised to Get Extra COVID Shots

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has some new advice for older adults and people with weakened immune systems. It’s all about getting an extra dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to stay safe. If you’re 65 or older, or if your immune system isn’t as strong, the CDC says to get a second

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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

New Latvian Drone Startup Aims to Revolutionize Modern Warfare

Imagine a drone that can fly into battle, drop a bomb, and then come back home to fight another day. That's what a new defense tech startup from Latvia, Origin, is aiming to do. Founded in 2022 by Agris Kipurs and Ilya Nevdah, the team behind the popular Airdog drones used for extreme sports, Origin

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Oct 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Destiny 2 Players' Loot Luck: Conspiracy Theories and Bungie's Response

In the latest Destiny 2 dungeon, Vesper's Host, players can't craft perfect versions of the guns they want. Instead, they must rely on random loot drops, which hasn't been popular. Some players even think the game is rigged, creating wild theories about unfair drop rates. Bungie stepped in, saying t

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

BRICS Summit: Putin's Bid to Boost Russia's Global Influence

In the Russian city of Kazan, President Vladimir Putin recently wrapped up a major BRICS summit. This meeting brought together 36 countries, including the original members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The summit aimed to strengthen financial ties and create alternatives to Wester

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

The BRICS Summit: A New Global Stage, Hosted by Putin

In Kazan, Russia, President Vladimir Putin recently wrapped up the BRICS Summit, a gathering of some of the world's largest developing economies. This event marked a significant moment for the bloc, which now includes not just the original members—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—but a

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

BRICS Summit: Russia Seeks New Allies and Financial Independence

Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up the BRICS summit in Kazan, where leaders from various countries discussed strengthening financial ties and creating alternatives to Western-controlled systems. The summit, lasting three days, attracted leaders from 36 countries, showing the world that Russ

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