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Jan 28 2025HEALTH

Aboriginal Communities Lead the Way in Supporting Their Elders

Did you know that Aboriginal communities have a unique perspective on how to support their elders as they age? In a remote part of New South Wales, Australia, research was done in partnership with the Dharriwaa Elders Group. This group is part of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organization. The

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Jan 28 2025BUSINESS

AI Agents: The Next Big Financial Shakeup?

Imagine a world where AI agents create their own cryptocurrencies and trade them autonomously. This isn't just a distant dream; it could happen as soon as 2025. These AI agents, similar to viruses, could spread across the internet, buying and selling crypto to increase their value. But what if thes

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Jan 28 2025CRIME

The Unrealized Zodiac Documentary: A Filmmaker’s True-Crime Lament

When Charles Shackleton's meticulously planned documentary on the Zodiac killer was abruptly canceled, he turned his frustration into a fascinating confession. Dubbed “Zodiac Killer Project, ” the filmmaker shares his potential masterpiece's outline. It's a critique of the true-crime genre's formula

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Jan 28 2025HEALTH

Giving Money to Pregnant Women: A New Way to Fight Health Inequalities

Pregnancy comes with a lot of excitement, but also a lot of stress. For many, that stress is financial. Imagine if we could take away some of that stress by giving pregnant women money. That's the idea behind the Abundant Birth Project. It's a new approach to tackling health inequalities, especially

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Jan 28 2025SCIENCE

New Ways to Fund Scientific Curiosity

Curiosity-driven research is the wellspring of scientific breakthroughs and technological advancements. Over time, different ways of funding this type of research have emerged, shaping how money is allocated today. However, many scientists are unhappy with the current funding systems. They point out

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Jan 28 2025SCIENCE

Heating Up Cancer Treatment: The Power of Magnetic Hydrogels

Have you ever heard of using magnets to cook cancer cells? Well, researchers have discovered a cool way to use magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles mixed with a gel to heat up tumors from the inside. This jelly, called IT-MG, can react to special radio waves, getting hot enough to kill cancer cells whe

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Can Minimally Invasive ALPPS Surgery Save Lives?

Liver cancer is tough to treat, often forcing surgeons to remove large parts of the liver. This can lead to liver failure after surgery. A procedure called ALPPS, which stands for Associating Liver Partition and Portal Vein Ligation for Staged Hepatectomy, was invented to help. It aims to grow the l

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Cops Pose for Cameras in Massive Immigration Sweep

Immigration agents, performing recent raids, were told to dress up in a special way. Their jackets and vests showed clear signs of "Police ICE" or "Homeland Security" for the cameras. This was not just a safety measure, it was also a show for the media. Agents from several agencies followed these in

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Jan 27 2025CRIME

Ex-Proud Boys Leader's Lawsuit Threats: A Former Prosecutor's Perspective

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio has been making headlines with his legal threats. But what's the real deal? An ex-prosecutor from the Department of Justice shared some insights. Appearing on MSNBC, the former prosecutor, Ankush Khardori, was asked about Tarrio's lawsuit plans. He didn't minc

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Jan 27 2025BUSINESS

Costco Faces Shareholder Pushback on DEI Policies

Costco's shareholders recently shot down a proposal questioning the wholesale club's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The activist investors leading the charge, however, aren't ready to throw in the towel just yet. Ethan Peck, deputy director of the National Center for Public Policy

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