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Texas Faces Power Hunger: Can Renewable Energy Feed Growing Needs?

January 10, 2025

Winter is closing in, and Texas is once again in the hot seat. Back in 2021, the state froze over and faced a massive power outage. Now, Texans are hoping for a better result this time around. To prevent another crisis, the state is boosting its wind and solar power while modernizing its old power g

health

Knee Cartilage Repair: When Allografts Come in Second

January 10, 2025

When cartilage in the knee gets damaged, it's tough to fix. One common surgery, called osteochondral allograft transplantation (OCA), involves replacing the damaged part with healthy tissue from a donor. But, what happens if this surgery doesn't work out the first time? That's the question researche

health

How Tech Tools Can Help or Hinder Senior Health

January 10, 2025

Digital solutions like apps and remote monitoring devices are often seen as helpful tools for older adults to manage their health. But if these tools aren't designed with seniors in mind, they can actually make things worse, leaving some older adults feeling excluded or overwhelmed. It's crucial to

lifestyle

Big Screen, Small Price: Worth the Wait for TCL's 98-inch TV

January 9, 2025

Are you dreaming of a movie theater in your living room? TCL's 98-inch TV might just make that dream come true. Priced at $1, 200 less than its original cost, this isn't your average TV. While setup might not be a cakewalk, the experience is worth the effort. This TV, part of TCL's S5 series, offers

health

Smelling Your Way to Less Pain After Surgery

January 8, 2025

Ever thought about using scents to ease pain after surgery? Researchers decided to check if aromatherapy could help in the recovery room. The postanesthesia care unit, or PACU, is where patients wake up from surgery. It can be a rough time, with lots of pain. So, scientists looked into studies to se

entertainment

Cinemark's Popcorn Party: Pay Once, Munch All Day!

January 8, 2025

Who's up for a popcorn feast? Cinemark is hosting its first "Bring Your Own Bucket" day on January 19, 2025! For just $5, you can fill any clean bucket up to 400 ounces with delicious popcorn, even if you don't have a movie ticket. It's a dream come true for snack lovers! But hold on, there's a catc

politics

Bus Drivers Seek Fair Deal from CATS

January 8, 2025

In Baton Rouge, the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) is facing tension with its employees' union, Amalgamated Transit Union 1546. The union is pushing for a fair contract, alleging a hostile work environment and poor negotiations. Union President George Decuir expressed that the current contract,

celebrities

Meghan Markle's New Show & Brand: A Netflix Partnership

January 8, 2025

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to bring her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, to Netflix. The brand's debut was soft, with jars of homemade jam gifted to celebrities like Mindy Kaling and Chrissy Teigen. Questions swirled about the brand's leadership and funding. Now, Netflix

health

GLP-1 RAs and Alcohol: What's the Connection?

January 7, 2025

Alcohol-related deaths are on the rise, even with many treatments available. This review looked into how GLP-1 RAs, a type of medication, might be connected to changes in alcohol consumption. These drugs are often used to manage health issues like diabetes, but their impact on drinking habits isn't

health

Ice and Pulse: Helping Hearts Post-Surgery

January 7, 2025

Ever wondered how simple tools like ice and a pulse monitor can team up to help patients after heart surgery? Let's dive into a study that's all about combining these two to treat a common side effect. Imagine this: You've just had a procedure on your heart, and now your arm is swollen and bruised.