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Apr 01 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Power of Twisted Artificial Muscles

There is a lot of interest in creating artificial muscles that work like real ones. Real muscles are complex. Their strength changes based on how they are used right now and how they were used before. To see if artificial muscles can do the same, a new way of testing was developed. This testing meth

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Brain's Hidden Pathways

The brain's intricate network of blood vessels is crucial for its health. One key player in this network is the lenticulostriate artery (LSA). Problems with the LSA, like hardening of the arteries, can lead to serious issues such as strokes and small vessel diseases in the brain. However, getting a

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Unseen Scars: The Hidden History of Medical Bias

The medical field has a complex past, particularly when it comes to the treatment of Black women. The way doctors have viewed and treated Black women's reproductive health has been influenced by historical injustices. The transatlantic slave trade and the early days of gynaecology are linked in ways

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

A Coach's Exit and a School's Dilemma

Kevin Willard's time at Maryland was brief and tumultuous. He took over the team in 2022, but his tenure ended abruptly in 2025. Willard often compared Maryland's Big Ten conference unfavorably to the Big East, where he had previously coached at Seton Hall. He cited issues with scheduling, travel, a

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Florida's Political Showdown: The Battle for Two Key Seats

In Florida, two significant political races are unfolding. These contests are happening in areas that have traditionally leaned Republican. The outcomes could provide some relief for the Republican Party in the House of Representatives, where they currently hold a slim majority. The 1st Congression

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Aid Efforts in Myanmar: A Race Against Time and Politics

The Southeast Asia region is reeling from a powerful earthquake that has left over 2, 000 people dead. The U. S. has stepped in with a $2 million aid package, but this effort is a bit late to the game. China and Russia have already sent teams and supplies to the affected areas. The U. S. team of ex

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Health Agencies Face Big Changes

The nation's public health workers are on edge. Tens of thousands of employees are wondering if they will keep their jobs. This uncertainty comes after a major announcement by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The Secretary plans to cut 20, 000 jobs from the department. This move is part o

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Race Against Time: Global Aid Rallies as US Lags

In the aftermath of a massive 7. 7-magnitude earthquake, Myanmar is facing a daunting task of recovery. The earthquake has left a trail of destruction, particularly in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city. The disaster's full impact is still unfolding, with the death toll already at 1, 700 an

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Trade Shake-Up: Trump's Global Tariff Plan

The world is on the edge of its seat as the U. S. President, Donald Trump, is set to announce a major trade policy shift. This new plan, dubbed "reciprocal tariffs, " is expected to impact every nation that trades with the United States. The announcement, scheduled for Wednesday, has sparked a wave

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Struggle: Earthquake Devastation and the Race Against Time

In Myanmar, the aftermath of a powerful earthquake has left the country reeling. The official death toll has surpassed 2, 000 people, with many more still unaccounted for. The healthcare system is under immense strain, struggling to cope with the sheer number of injured individuals. The earthquake'

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