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Nov 21 2024SPORTS

Meet Caleb Martin: The NBA Star With Roots in Resilience

Caleb Martin, a forward for the Philadelphia 76ers, is known for his fierce play on the court. But his story isn't just about his basketball skills. Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, he's biracial—his dad is African American, and his mom, Jenny Bennett, is white. Not much is publicly known abou

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Nov 20 2024CRIME

Jay-Z's Team Fights for Transparency in Kansas City Police Records

You might know Jay-Z as a famous rapper, but did you know he also has a social justice arm called Team Roc? Well, they're not happy with the Kansas City, Kansas, police department. Team Roc says the department isn't being transparent about police misconduct. They filed a lawsuit because they think t

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Nov 19 2024SCIENCE

New Polymer Cleans Up Water and Fish, One Endocrine Disruptor at a Time

Imagine having a super-efficient sponge that can soak up tiny, harmful chemicals from water and even fish. That's basically what scientists have created with a new polymer. This polymer, made from a substance called 4-pyridinemethanol, is like a tiny, porous magnet for troublesome chemicals. These

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Chiefs’ Loss to Bills: A Learning Moment for Mahomes and Team

The Kansas City Chiefs faced their first defeat of the season in Week 11, losing 30-21 to the Buffalo Bills. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes sees this loss as a chance for his team to grow. He believes the team can use this experience to improve and become stronger as they head into the final stretch of

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Chiefs Aim for History: A 10-0 Start Against Buffalo After Last Year's Thriller

The Kansas City Chiefs are chasing an incredible milestone—a 10-0 start to their season. This hasn't happened in Kansas City before, and to achieve it, they need to beat a tough opponent on the road: the Buffalo Bills. The Bills are no easy target, being one of the top contenders for the Super Bowl

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Nov 18 2024HEALTH

British Pain Society Updates Guidelines on Intrathecal Drug Delivery

The British Pain Society has released new guidelines on using intrathecal drug delivery (ITDD) to manage pain and muscle stiffness (spasticity) in adults. These guidelines are based on recent scientific evidence and the expert opinions of a working group. They also include information for patients a

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Buffalo Bills' Quarterback Josh Allen Shines in Clutch Touchdown Run

The Kansas City Chiefs, who haven't lost a game since last Christmas, finally met their match. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen scored a thrilling 26-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, securing a 30-21 win for the Bills. This was a nail-biting finish that football fans had been waiting fo

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Nov 17 2024TECHNOLOGY

How Smart Cities Boost Our Exercise Habits

Ever wondered how smart cities can get us moving more? A recent study dug into this, using data from China's Family Panel Studies from 2010 to 2020. They found that smart city construction really does make a difference in how much we exercise. The study used a special method called Difference-in-Dif

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Nov 16 2024SCIENCE

The Dark Side of Light: How Phototoxicity Affects Intestinal Organoids

Live imaging is a powerful tool in life science, helping us see how cells and tissues work. But it comes with a hidden hazard—phototoxicity. This happens when light used for imaging damages cells. Researchers, using small intestinal epithelial cells grown in 3D, called enteroids, found that even low

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Meet Alex Sarr: The French-Senegalese NBA Rookie

The Washington Wizards have big hopes for their new rookie, Alex Sarr. Picked second in this year's NBA Draft, Sarr is seen as a future cornerstone for the team. But his journey hasn't been without bumps. In the Summer League, he struggled, going 0 for 15 against the Trail Blazers. Fans quickly dubb

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