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A Mother's Life Cut Short: The Price of Tragedy

February 13, 2025

In Sangamon County, Illinois, a significant settlement was reached between the family of Sonya Massey and local officials. The county agreed to pay $10 million to Massey's family. This decision came nearly a year after Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman and mother of two, was fatally shot in her own

science

When Strangers Divide: The Power of Small Differences

February 13, 2025

People often think that discrimination happens because of group differences. But what if it's not that simple? What if it's more about how we see ourselves compared to others, even when there are no clear groups? Researchers wanted to find out if people treat others differently based on tiny, random

education

The Hidden Truth About Campus Sexual Misconduct

February 13, 2025

Colleges and universities are supposed to be places of learning and growth. However, they are also places where sexual misconduct can happen. This is a big problem that can cause serious harm to students. It can affect their physical health, mental well-being, and even their ability to perform well

health

TNK vs tPA: The Stroke Treatment Face-Off

February 12, 2025

When someone has a sudden ischemic stroke, doctors have to act fast. Two main drugs are used to break up the blood clots that cause these strokes: alteplase (tPA) and tenecteplase (TNK). For a long time, tPA was the preferred choice. But new guidelines from the American Heart Association suggest tha

science

Unseen Power: The Fastest Neutrino Ever Detected

February 12, 2025

Astronomers and physicists are buzzing about a recent discovery made deep in the Mediterranean Sea. They've spotted a tiny, ghostly particle zooming through space at mind-blowing speeds. This particle, a neutrino, is believed to be the fastest ever detected on Earth. The discovery was made by a glo

technology

HoloLens: Microsoft Says Goodbye to Mix Reality Hardware

February 12, 2025

It seems like Microsoft is giving up on making HoloLens headsets. They stopped selling the HoloLens 2. Users can still get support until 2027. So, that means their business won't release another HoloLens. Companies are always buying and selling contracts. They were in charge of a

health

How Special Care Can Improve the Final Stages of ALS

February 12, 2025

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating disease that is typically managed by a team of specialists. Some of these specialists focus on palliative care. This special branch of healthcare aims to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life, especially for patients in the late stages of A

health

MAC-PD: Navigating Challenges and Solutions

February 12, 2025

MAC-PD (Mycobacterium avium complex pulmonary disease) is a big challenge for doctors and patients alike. The usual treatments don't always work well, and they can cause nasty side effects. This makes it hard for patients to finish their treatment as planned. When someone shows up with long

health

How to Reduce Pain and Improve Posture While Standing in Workplace Environments

February 12, 2025

Standing for extended periods can lead to significant lower stomach and hip issues. Arousing muscle activity in the hip muscle can lead to lower back pain. Long standing can also cause muscle exhaustion. Solutions such as using a footrest are often used. But could changing your arm positions also ea

science

Exploring Atoms in a Chamber

February 12, 2025

Think about this place, where scientists have invented something cool: a super high tech chamber. But this one has two special grids that let scientists study what happens when a giant atom splits in two, called a nuclear fission fragmentation. This innovation offers a huge opportu