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Jan 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Detecting Propaganda in News with Hierarchical Graphs

Social media has become a hotbed for spreading facts, false claims, and propaganda, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic. Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) are great at processing language, but detecting propaganda is tricky because of the complexity of text interactions and the need to understand cont

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Big Pharma Snaps Up Local Cancer Biotech

As the sun begins to rise at the J. P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, there's a big announcement from GSK plc. They're swooping in to acquire IDRx, a small biotech company based in Plymouth, Massachusetts. IDRx is known for their work on personalized treatments for a rare cancer called gastrointestin

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Jan 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Breath and Music: Speedrunner’s Unique Take on Elden Ring

In a world where speedrunning is a spectator sport, the 2025 edition of Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) didn’t disappoint. Over seven days, the event raised millions for the Prevent Cancer Foundation and showcased some unique performances. Speedrunners didn’t just race for the fastest times; they al

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Jan 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Gary Larson's Final Far Side Comics: 30 Years of Laughs

Gary Larson's comic strip The Far Side ran from 1980 to 1994. It’s been three decades since the final comics were published in December 1994. These comics are filled with humor, featuring aliens, hunters, and even Noah's Ark. Let's dive into some of the funniest ones from this last month. Larson’s

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Two Tumors Meet: A Mystery in the Gut

Imagine having two totally different types of cancer growing side by side—without you even knowing it! Well, that's exactly what happened to a patient with a gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) tumor. Doctors thought they had a single adenocarcinoma on their hands. But genetic testing and lab exams reve

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

How Job Changes Affect French Workers' Health

Organizational changes can have a big impact on employees' health. Let's look at what happened to French workers who stayed in their jobs after these changes. Studies show that how a company is structured and how it operates can affect workers' well-being in a significant way. Health issues might ar

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Firefighters' Fatigue: How They Feel Versus How They Perform

Ever wondered how firefighters really feel after a long shift? This study dives into the relationship between what they think about their tiredness and how it actually affects their job performance. Plus, it explores how body fat percentages might play a role in this. You might not know this, but f

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Pete Hegseth's Defense Nomination: A Storm of Support and Scrutiny

Pete Hegseth, a former TV anchor and military veteran, is facing tough questions as he prepares for his confirmation hearings to become the next Secretary of Defense. Critics are raising serious concerns about his past, including accusations of heavy drinking, financial issues, and sexual assault. T

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Transforming Eye Care: The Journey of Optometry in the UK

Optometrists have always played a crucial role in meeting the challenges and opportunities in eye care. The roots of optometry in the UK reach back to 1629 when Charles I granted a Royal Charter to the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers, creating the 60th Livery Company of the City of London. Ho

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Jan 14 2025SCIENCE

Hot Air Treatment's Impact on Nectarines' Taste and Shelf Life

Ever wondered how hot air affects nectarines after they're picked? Scientists treated nectarines with hot air at 40°C for 4 hours and stored them at 1°C for 35 days. They noticed some interesting changes. The nectarines stayed firm longer, lost less weight, and didn't brown as much inside. This mean

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