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ism

The New Orleans Truck Attack: A Meticulous Plan Revealed

January 7, 2025

Imagine this: A man named Shamsud-din Jabbar spent months plotting an attack in New Orleans. He visited the city twice, exploring the areas with smart glasses to get a feel for the place. Jabbar even rented an Airbnb, using it as a base. Minutes before the attack, he set the Airbnb on fire to elimin

health

Small RNAs and Their Role in Metabolic Disorders

January 7, 2025

Our bodies are powered by complex chemical reactions called metabolism, which involves a vast orchestra of proteins, enzymes, and other molecules. Sometimes, defects in how these molecules work lead to inborn errors of metabolism (IEM), affecting how we produce and break down proteins, fats, and car

politics

South Africa's Law: Why Men Should Embrace Feminism

January 7, 2025

In South Africa, the constitution has something interesting to say. It's not just about laws, but about values too. It talks about justice and fairness. Now, you might be wondering, what does this have to do with men being feminists? Well, let's break it down. Imagine a country where everyone agree

entertainment

How Are Seniors Really Portrayed in Adverts?

January 7, 2025

Have you ever noticed how older adults are shown in TV commercials? Let's travel back to the 1990s to explore this. We interviewed ad creators, advocates for the elderly, and even some seniors themselves. A clear picture emerges: older people are often depicted as struggling with new technology or b

technology

Honest Votes: Revolutionizing Consensus with AP-PBFT

January 7, 2025

Node preferences matter. In blockchain networks, where decisions are crucial, letting nodes express their choices genuinely can boost trust. Current systems like Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT) barely let nodes cast votes. This could lead to unfair control by some nodes. Enter AP-PBFT, a

science

Bacteria Turn CO2 into Methane: A New Way Forward

January 7, 2025

Did you know that bacteria can turn carbon dioxide into a useful gas called methane? Scientists have found a way to make E. coli, a common and easy-to-grow bacterium, produce methane. They added special genes from another type of bacteria, Rhodopseudomonas palustris, to E. coli. These genes gave E.

politics

Starmer Slams Musk's Claims on Grooming Scandal

January 6, 2025

For several days, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been pushing back against claims made by Elon Musk about the handling of child sex abuse cases in the UK. Musk, who is known for his social media presence and business ventures, has been vocal about the scandal, even suggesting that King Char

lifestyle

Black and Mixed Women: Beauty, Desirability, and Skin Tone

January 6, 2025

Colourism, where people face disadvantages due to darker skin and features less associated with whiteness, divides communities and affects relationships. This exploration delves into how beauty and desirability standards based on skin shade can set Black and mixed Black-White women apart. Within ra

politics

Politics and Violence: A Faster Swing

January 6, 2025

In 1963, a terror attack shook America when the Ku Klux Klan bombed the 16th Street Baptist Church in Alabama, killing four Black girls. This happened just before President Kennedy was assassinated. Two years later, the radical group Weather Underground set off a bomb in the U. S. Capitol. Both grou

crime

Vegas Truck Blast: A Veteran's Solemn Message

January 6, 2025

On Wednesday, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The driver, Matthew Alan Livelsberger, a decorated combat veteran, died in the blast. Seven others were injured. Livelsberger, who was struggling with PTSD, left behind letters expressing his political view