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Harvey Weinstein's Legal Battle Over Rikers Island Conditions

November 28, 2024

Harvey Weinstein, a disgraced producer awaiting trial, is suing New York City for a whopping $5 million. Why? He claims the conditions at Rikers Island Jail are terrible. His lawyers argue that the jail's staff didn't give him proper medical care or basic hygiene. They say Weinstein's health got wor

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Dana Carvey: Back on SNL in December, Skips Elon Musk Impression

November 24, 2024

Funnyman Dana Carvey is set to revisit the Saturday Night Live stage in December. He's been a regular this season, impersonating President Joe Biden and even trying his hand at Elon Musk. But don't expect to see him do Musk again anytime soon. Carvey admits he's not great at capturing the billionair

science

The Hidden Power of Macadamia Peels: Unlocking Their Health Benefits

November 23, 2024

Every time you crack open a macadamia nut, you're left with a peel that might seem like trash, but it's actually a treasure trove of beneficial substances. Scientists have discovered that these peels are rich in polysaccharides and other bioactive compounds, like phenols and flavonoids. So, what's t

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Harvard Prof Takes Over Arlington's Regent Theatre

November 20, 2024

You might think a computer science professor has no business running a theatre. But David Malan, a big name at Harvard, is stepping into this role at Arlington's Regent Theatre. The theatre, which has been around for over a century, was previously run by Richard Stavros. He retired recently, and now

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The Hidden Power of IFN-γ in Insect Defenses

November 16, 2024

Did you know that tiny wax moths can help us understand human immune systems better? Scientists are fascinated by interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), a protein that plays a big role in both insect and human immunity. In a recent study, they found out that IFN-γ in Galleria mellonella larvae (which are like li

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Nano Vaccines: A New Hope Against B19V

November 15, 2024

Did you know that B19V, a tiny virus, can cause big problems for pregnant women? It's responsible for fetal hydrops, a serious condition. But creating a vaccine against it has been tough. Scientists have now found a clever way to make a vaccine using tiny protein particles shaped like spheres. They

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Get Ready for 2025: Disney+ and Hulu Shows Preview

November 12, 2024

Early this morning, Disney unveiled a sneak peek at their upcoming shows for Disney+ and Hulu in 2025. This means we finally get a proper look at the highly anticipated second season of Andor, the hit Star Wars series. But it's not just Andor that's stealing the spotlight. The trailer also gave us b

environment

Tracking Neighborhood Bounce-Back: Lessons from Houston's Hurricane Harvey

November 8, 2024

Imagine a community shaken by a natural disaster like Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The road to recovery isn't just about fixing buildings, but also about restoring daily routines and activities. This research looked at how people in Harris County, Texas, got back to their usual lifestyles after the sto

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Julian Schwinger's Legacy at Harvard: A Celebration of Scientific Genius

November 7, 2024

February 12, 2018, marked a special day at Harvard University as it celebrated the 100th birthday of the renowned physicist Julian Schwinger. This was not just a birthday commemoration but a grand event titled "The Memories of Julian. " The university wanted to honor Schwinger's incredible contribut

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Celebrating Schwinger: Harvard's Tribute to a Physics Giant

November 6, 2024

Theoretical physicist Julian Schwinger was a big deal in the world of science. He helped shape modern quantum mechanics. On February 12, 2018, Harvard University held a special event called "The Memories of Julian" to mark 100 years since his birth. It's pretty impressive that even a century after h