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Dec 02 2024CELEBRITIES

Thanksgiving Stars: From Parades to Premieres and Acts of Kindness

Every Thanksgiving, celebrities join in the festivities, and 2024 was no different. Despite the rain in New York City, fans braved the weather for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Stars like Chlöe Bailey, Coco Jones, and T-Pain waved from colorful floats, spreading joy and energy. Meanwhile, ove

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Dec 02 2024POLITICS

Meet the New Middle East Adviser: Massad Boulos

President-elect Trump has chosen Massad Boulos, a wealthy Lebanese businessman whose son is married to Tiffany Trump, as his senior adviser for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Trump praised Boulos' business acumen and his support for Republican values, highlighting his role in building coalitions w

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Dec 02 2024SCIENCE

Light-Triggered Scaffold for Nerve Regeneration

Scientists have built a smart scaffold that helps in repairing damaged nerves using light. The scaffold is made with nanoparticles that release a gas called nitric oxide (NO) when hit by a special light called near-infrared light. This gas helps nerve cells grow and heal. The special thing about thi

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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Ghana's Future Doctors: Learning by Doing

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great doctor? Well, it's not all about books and lectures. Real-life experience is key! In Ghana, medical students are stepping out of the classroom and into local communities through a programme called the Students' Community Engagement Programme (SCEP).

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Dec 01 2024BUSINESS

Shopping Small: A Big Deal for Communities

Imagine walking through a mall on a Saturday morning, browsing through a kiosk filled with cute stuffed animals. That was what Aurora resident Michael Steinbarth was doing with his son. He had a clear view on why small businesses are so important. "They're like the backbone of our country, " he said

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Dec 01 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Fortnite: Get Ready for the Big Concert with Snoop Dogg and Juice WRLD!

Hey, Fortnite fans! Get ready for a massive in-game concert to wrap up the current season. Snoop Dogg and Juice WRLD are taking the stage at 7pm GMT on November 30. But there are a few things to keep in mind. First off, don't wait until the last minute to log in. Epic Games says to hop on at least

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Dec 01 2024SCIENCE

How Our Brains Use Motion to Understand the World

Ever wondered how we know what we're seeing is real? It turns out our brains don't just rely on looks; they also use motion. Scientists have been studying this by focusing on how we perceive visual events. They've found that when things move, their shape, weight, and what they're made of can change

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Exercise and the Mind: Helping Older Adults Stay Sharp

Cognitive frailty can lead to some serious problems, like falls, early death, and hospital visits. It's a changeable condition, though, and researchers have found that certain types of exercise can really help. One of these is multicomponent exercise, which combines different activities. This kind o

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Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Uncovering Thyroid Disorders in Baby Births

Have you ever thought about the challenges newborns face? One of the major concerns is congenital hypothyroidism (CH), a condition where babies are born with an underactive thyroid. This can slow down their growth and development, leading to mental delays. CH is linked to both genetic and environmen

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Nov 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and Indigenous Health: A Fight for Justice in Guatemala

Imagine a world where your health depends on the whims of the weather. This is the reality for many Indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. Researchers are working with 16 communities in this region, using a mix of local involvement, national data, and advocacy to help them tackle extreme

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