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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Listening to Patients: The Acupuncture Puzzle

Acupuncture is becoming more popular in medical research. But how do we measure its success? One key way is by asking patients about their experiences. These are known as patient-reported outcomes (PROs). However, in mainland China, no one has thoroughly examined how these PROs are utilized in acupu

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Robotaxis Hit the Road

Tesla has started testing its robotaxis in Austin, Texas. These self-driving cars are currently limited to a specific area and operate between 6 a. m. and midnight. Each Tesla robotaxi has a safety monitor in the passenger seat, and the driver's seat remains empty. Riders can use the new Robotaxi Ap

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Young Adults with Leukemia: How Genetics Can Predict Outcomes

In the world of leukemia treatment, genetics are playing an increasingly important role. A recent study looked at how genetic testing can help predict outcomes for young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The study focused on patients between the ages of 16 and 39, a group that often fa

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

New iPhone 17 Air Details Hinted at in Latest iOS Beta

The latest iOS 26 beta, specifically the second version, has revealed some interesting details about the upcoming iPhone 17 Air. Among the new assets is the classic clownfish wallpaper, which Apple has been using since the original iPhone and last updated in 2022 with iOS 16. However, this time, the

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Jun 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

South Park's Money Fight: Who Gets the Pie?

South Park, the long-running animated series, is at the center of a heated dispute. The show's creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, are accusing Jeff Shell, an executive at RedBird Capital, of meddling in contract talks. Shell is set to become the president of Paramount if a merger with Skydance go

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Robotaxis: A Bumpy Ride Into the Future

Tesla's robotaxis have hit the road in Austin, but not without raising some eyebrows. The U. S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has already been in touch with Tesla after videos surfaced online showing these self-driving cars breaking traffic rules. The NHTSA is keeping a clos

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Jun 24 2025SCIENCE

Jared Isaacman's Vision for Space Exploration Beyond NASA

Jared Isaacman, a prominent figure in the space industry, recently shared his thoughts on the future of space exploration. He received the National Space Society’s Wernher von Braun Award for his leadership in the Polaris Dawn mission. This mission, set for September 2024, is a private astronaut mis

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Big Changes Coming to Health Insurance Approvals

Big health insurance companies are making changes to speed up the process of getting approval for medical care. This process is called "prior authorization. " It's when doctors ask for permission from insurance companies before they can treat patients. Right now, this process is slow and frustratin

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Healthcare on the Chopping Block: California's Fight to Protect Medi-Cal

California's Democrats and healthcare experts are up in arms about a new Republican plan. They say it could slash Medicaid funding, leaving millions without care. This isn't just about numbers. It's about real people, real lives, and real consequences. At the center of the storm is a bill nicknamed

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Debating Vaccine Safety: A Nurse's Role in CDC Meeting

A nurse practitioner with a background in pediatrics and family medicine is set to discuss thimerosal in flu vaccines at a meeting of new CDC vaccine advisers. Lyn Redwood, former president of the anti-vaccine group Children’s Health Defense, will present on this topic, raising eyebrows among public

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