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Feb 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

SNL's 50th Anniversary: A Look at the Sketches That Made Us Laugh

"Saturday Night Live" has been around for 50 years, and it's had a lot of laughs along the way. Let's dive into some of the sketches that made us laugh the most. First, let's talk about "The Wizard of Oz" sketch. This one featured a character called Weathervane, played by Fred Armisen, and was writ

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Feb 14 2025CRIME

Unlocking Secrets: DNA in Dried Blood and Blood-Tinged Saliva

Forensic science relies heavily on DNA to identify individuals. This is especially true in cases involving crimes, traumas, and natural disasters. Blood has long been a go-to source for DNA analysis due to its abundance of genetic material. However, collecting blood can be invasive and challenging.

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

Computers to the Rescue: Unveiling Hidden Liver Diseases

Liver diseases, such as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and MetALD, are tricky to spot. They lurk in electronic health records (EHRs), making it hard for doctors to find them. Imagine doctors trying to find a specific piece of information in a vast sea of medical not

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

CRISPR: The Brain's New Hope

Neurological diseases are a big deal. They're the second biggest killer worldwide. Diseases like Huntington's, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's are becoming more common as people live longer. This is where CRISPR comes in. CRISPR is a powerful tool for editing genes, and it's been a game-changer in the

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Feb 14 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Sly Stone's Unseen Legacy: The Story Behind the Documentary

Sly Stone, the legendary musician, is a name that resonates with many. His influence on music is undeniable, yet his personal story remains a mystery to many. The documentary "Sly Lives! " aims to shed light on his life and legacy. However, one glaring absence is Sly Stone himself. The reason? He wa

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Feb 14 2025HEALTH

When Disaster Strikes: The Unyielding Health Heroes of the Eastern Mediterranean

The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) has been a hotspot for trouble for over ten years. Nearly half of its 22 countries and territories have been in chaos due to political conflicts, increasing violence, and natural disasters. These events have torn apart communities, sparked disease outbreaks, an

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Feb 14 2025SCIENCE

Nanoparticles: Shape Matters in Medicine

Nanoparticles, or NPs, are tiny particles used in medicine to deliver drugs. Their shape can greatly affect how they work in the body. Scientists looked at three different shapes: spheres, worms, and bubbles, all loaded with a special light-sensitive drug called chlorin e6. They wanted to see how th

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Feb 13 2025CELEBRITIES

Blake Lively Fights Back Against Justin Baldoni's Allegations

Blake Lively is taking strong action to defend herself against Justin Baldoni's claims. She has asked for phone records from big companies like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. This move is part of her effort to show that Baldoni's team is trying to harm her reputation. Lively's legal team is looking i

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Vaping Regulations: What's Changed and Why It Matters

The US has been busy making changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems, or ENDS, are sold and marketed. First, a nicotine warning statement became mandatory in September 2018. This was a big deal because it meant companies had to clearly state the risks of nicotine. Then, in December 2019,

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Smoking: A Secret Plotter behind Liver Problems

Ever wondered why doctors keep harping on that liver damage stuff? Well we have a drunk sloshing around inside toxins from cigarettes loving our liver. Why do you think they call the early problems MASLD? NASH didn't go anywhere it switched to MASH Mash is not something we want. The medical world j

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