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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Psychedelics and Therapy: A Problem with Power

Psychedelic-assisted therapy has been gaining attention in modern healthcare. One big concern is how power dynamics can lead to sexual abuse. A major issue in Western therapy is who has control and who doesn't. This situation can be harmful if not handled ethically. Let's dive into why this is happe

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Why Values Matter: Family Planning in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Zimbabwe

In many parts of the world, people want to have a say in their families - how many kids, when, and if they want them at all. This is called reproductive agency. We looked into how this freedom is linked with values and attitudes about sexual health, reproductive rights, and gender equality in Ethiop

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Jan 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dude Perfect Opens Huge New HQ with Sports Stars

Dude Perfect, the sports media group known for its wacky tricks and viral videos, has just moved into a massive new headquarters in Frisco, Texas. The 36, 000-square-foot space is like a sports dream come true, featuring a basketball court, football field, and putting course. The grand opening was a

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Jan 13 2025HEALTH

Workout Boost: How Exercise Affects Muscle Pathways in Older Mice and Humans

The Notch pathway is key to our muscles' growth, repair, and aging. Scientists studied how interleukin-10 (IL-10), a crucial immune system protein, affects this pathway in muscle cells. They also looked at how a mix of endurance and strength exercises changes muscle quality in older mice. In this s

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Jan 13 2025WEATHER

Shake and Wave: Japan's Earthquake and Tsunami Alert

On Monday evening, Japan experienced a strong earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6. 9, later revised to 6. 6. The quake struck the southwestern region of the country, specifically in the Kyushu prefecture. Despite the initial high magnitude estimate, no major damage was reported. However, coast

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Jan 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Era for Warriors: The Thrill of Battle and Friendship

"Dynasty Warriors Origins" is a fresh take on tactical warfare. The game revolves around a mysterious figure who befriends heroes from all sides of a grand war, creating a unique blend of action and bonding moments. Battles are filled with intense combat, but they also include relaxing intervals whe

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Jan 13 2025EDUCATION

Schools Reopen Monday, Some Stay Closed Due to Fires

Most schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) will open their doors to students again on Monday. This decision was announced by the district on Sunday. However, not all schools will resume classes. Some schools, like Canyon Charter Elementary and Palisades Charter Elementary, will

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Jan 13 2025SPORTS

Puka Nacua's Rise: A Look into His Heritage and NFL Impact

You might not have heard of Puka Nacua before the 2023 NFL draft. He was picked by the LA Rams as the 177th choice in the fifth round. But fast forward to 2025, and this wide receiver became one of the league's hottest names. Nacua's impressive performance in his first season with the Rams earned hi

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Jan 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Don't Just Recycle: Push for Policy Change

You might think that recycling more or going vegan can save the planet, but the truth is, it's not that simple. Individual actions like these have a tiny impact compared to big systemic changes. For instance, even if everyone in the U. S. went vegan, it would only cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2.

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Jan 13 2025EDUCATION

Sparking Talk: How Kids and Grown-ups Kick-Start Language

Scientists decided to explore how conversations between Korean children and adults get going. They listened in on over 200 chats between 141 pairs, ranging from 7 to 30 months old. Just like in North America, they noticed something interesting: who starts the talk really matters. Both kids and adult

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