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Vietnam's Water-Saving Secret: Lasers in Rice Fields

December 4, 2024

Water is a big deal in Vietnam, especially for farmers. A new study in the Mekong Delta shows laser land leveling (LLL) can save a lot of water. Farmers using LLL can save up to 20% more water compared to traditional methods. That’s like having more water for everyone! But is it all sunshine and ra

entertainment

The Day Lord of the Rings Got Washed Out

December 4, 2024

John Rhys-Davies, who played Gimli in Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy, shared an interesting story at Fan Expo in San Francisco. He revealed that filming wasn't always smooth sailing, especially when it came to the weather. Once, while shooting in New Zealand's South Island, a massive rain

health

Immunisation Gaps in Urban Slum Kids: A Rajasthan Case Study

December 4, 2024

In the bustling city of Jhalawar, a striking gap exists in the immunisation of kids aged 12-23 months living in urban slums. More than a third of these children aren't fully immunised. A closer look reveals that kids from families with a lower standard of living are less likely to be fully immunised

technology

Robots Taking the Wheel: The Future of Mining Vehicles

December 4, 2024

Imagine giant trucks rumbling through mines, but with a twist – no humans at the wheel. Scientists have been testing this out, putting these self-driving cars through a range of tests on different surfaces. They trialed various control systems, like PID (which is like a brain for machines), fuzzy PI

science

Babies' Ear for Thai: Infants from Korea and Japan Hear Differently

December 4, 2024

Did you know that even little babies can tell the difference between sounds from different languages? Scientists wanted to find out how babies from Korea and Japan hear sounds from Thai, a language they don't speak. They chose three special sounds from Thai that are called "stops. " These sounds are

politics

Supreme Court Battles Over Trans Youth Health Care Rights

December 3, 2024

On October 11, the Supreme Court will hear a crucial case, United States v. Skrmetti, regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth. The heart of the debate is whether this ban violates the 14th Amendment's equal protection clause, which prohibits sex discrimination. Tennessee’s

technology

Grab MacBook Deals this Cyber Monday: Top Accessories and Laptops

December 3, 2024

Cyber Monday is here, and it's time to score great deals on Apple devices. Apple is betting big on MacBook gaming, making it a great time to pick up a DualSense controller. This Sony PS5 controller, no longer $74, is now just $54 at Best Buy thanks to its Bluetooth connectivity. Are you a frequent

health

Brain Network Changes in Recovered Depression

December 3, 2024

Depression messes with your brain’s communication highways, or networks. Scientists have found three main networks that go haywire during depression: the default mode network (DMN), central executive network (CEN), and salience network (SN). These networks help us think, feel, and pay attention. Wh

technology

The Hidden Gem of Cyber Monday: Why the Hisense U8N is a Gamer's Dream

December 2, 2024

During this year's Cyber Monday sales, the Hisense U8N is stealing the show, with discounts up to $1, 100 at Best Buy. This TV isn't just for the living room; it's a gamer's best friend. Its 144Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR make it perfect for console gaming, eliminating motion bl

health

Tailoring Cultural Experiences for Seniors from Ethnic Minorities: A Closer Look

December 2, 2024

Social prescribing isn't just about pills; it's about helping people with everyday struggles like loneliness or money worries. Doctors can connect patients to local groups or activities run by cultural organizations. But for these "cultural offers" to work, they need to be suitable and easy to acces