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Doze Off or Stay Awake

February 9, 2025

Nervous about a hernia fix? You might be wondering: does it matter if I'm unconscious or just numb from the waist down during the surgery? A big debate in the surgical circle is whether to go with general anesthesia, where you're completely unconscious or to stay conscious but numb from the waist d

health

Unlocking Brain Power: The Role of Exercise for Cognitive Health

February 9, 2025

Did you know that not moving around enough can be a serious problem for your health and thinking skills? This is especially true for people with cognitive impairment, which is a fancy term for issues with thinking, remembering, and understanding. In Australia, there's a big question mark over how e

environment

China's War on Air Pollution: A Winning Strategy with Room to Grow

February 9, 2025

In the last couple of decades, China has been battling air pollution with a fierce determination. The Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan (APPCAP) was launched with a goal to improve air quality. The results were promising. From 2000 to 2023, the average annual concentration of PM2. 5 d

science

Eighth Grader Uncovers Surprising Link Between Microplastics and Tumors

February 8, 2025

Microplastics are everywhere. In the water we drink, the food we eat, and even in our bodies. A 14-year-old discovered something alarming related to these tiny particles during a science project. She wondered what microplastics might do to our immune cells, so she did an experiment. It was discovere

science

Breathing Easy: The Magic Trick to Make Mine Safety

February 8, 2025

Mines are dark and dangerous places. One of the biggest risks is the air. Air needs to be monitored closely to keep miners safe. The air in mines can change, making it hard to measure accurately. This can lead to faulty measurements and unsafe conditions. To make sure miners have enough safe ai

science

Utilizing Molecules To Combat Greenhouse Gases: A Look Into the Advanced Science of Metal-Organic Frameworks

February 8, 2025

Climate change, sparked by a rise in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, is a major issue that requires immediate help. One such invention is direct air capture (DAC), which has the potential to fight climate change. CO2 emissions are bad for the planet. DAC has become a popular topic because it o

politics

Time to Upgrade Our Skies: Lessons from a Deadly Crash

February 7, 2025

Ever noticed how old some of our infrastructure is? Well, President Trump turned the spotlight on our aging air traffic control system. You don't need to be an expert to know 67 people died in a midair crash. This catastrophe took place somewhere near Reagan National Airport. It involved

business

Sun Country's Big Cargo Plan

February 7, 2025

Sun Country Airlines has a major plan. They want to double their money from cargo in just one year. This will happen after they add eight more Boeing 737-800 freighters to their fleet. These planes will be provided by Amazon. This is a big deal. The company wants to finish integrating these air

technology

Elon Musk: A Global Journey from Pretoria to Silicon Valley

February 7, 2025

Did you know that the tech billionaire Elon Musk was born in Pretoria, South Africa? On June 28, 1971, he entered the world to a Canadian mom and a South African dad. But that's not where his story ends. Musk is a man of many places and many passions. Imagine this: Musk, at just 17 years old, moved

politics

Plane Seizure in the Caribbean: US Takes Another Step

February 7, 2025

In an unexpected move, US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, seized a private jet owned by the Venezuelan government on Thursday. This isn’t a one-off event, though. It’s the second aircraft of its kind to be seized under his watch. The first one was taken back in September, also from the Dominican Re