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Boosting Kidney Health: The Promise of Nicotinamide Riboside and CoQ10

January 23, 2025

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a sneaky condition that quietly damages your kidneys over time. Mitochondria, the tiny energy factories in our cells, can go haywire in CKD, leading to oxidative stress and inflammation. Some researchers thought, "What if we can fix these factories? " So, they tested

science

The Long and Short of Gamma-Ray Bursts: A Tale of Brightness

January 23, 2025

Scientists have been studying the lengths of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) detected by the BATSE experiment on NASA's Compton Gamma Ray Observatory. They measured the time it takes for 5% to 95% of the burst's light to arrive, known as T90 duration, and the time for 25% to 75% (called T50), from both brig

science

Gamma-Ray Burst Time: A Cosmic Puzzle

January 23, 2025

Scientists have been wondering if gamma-ray bursts come from far-off parts of the universe. If they do, their light should take longer to reach us, making the bursts look stretched out in time. This is called time dilation. Researchers from the Compton Gamma Ray Observatory used data from their Burs

health

Exercise Can Counter Act the Harmful Effects of Air Pollution on Platelets

January 22, 2025

Air pollution is a major health concern, with ozone (O₃) and nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) being two key culprits. These pollutants can make you sick in various ways. One study in rural China, the Henan Rural Cohort Study, looked into how these pollutants affect the body, specifically platelets, which are

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Combining Light Therapy and Stem Cells to Fight Brain Inflammation

January 22, 2025

Brain inflammation, a significant factor in neurodegenerative diseases, is managed by tiny immune cells called microglia. These cells can be pro-inflammatory (M1) or anti-inflammatory (M2). We know that human stem cells from umbilical cords (hUCMSCs) can release substances that reduce inflammation.

education

Bilingual Kids: How Mandarin and English Skills Link Up

January 21, 2025

Ever wondered how learning Mandarin and English at the same time affects a child's language skills? Scientists in Singapore decided to find out. They looked at a group of preschoolers who speak both Mandarin and English. They wanted to see how the kids' skills in one language influenced their skills

entertainment

Movie Director Stands By AI Use in The Brutalist

January 21, 2025

Director Brady Corbet is speaking up about the use of AI in his film "The Brutalist, " which has sparked a lot of debate. The movie stars Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones, who worked hard to perfect their Hungarian accents with the help of a dialect coach. To fine-tune their accents further, the film

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Khabib's Comments Spark Debate After UFC 311

January 20, 2025

The recent UFC 311 event saw a mix of victories and setbacks for the Dagestani team, with Islam Makhachev and Tagir Ulanbekov claiming wins, while Umar Nurmagomedov faced his first loss. After the event, renowned coach "The Eagle" Khabib Nurmagomedov shared his thoughts on Instagram. He applauded Ma

crime

The Truth Behind Saif Ali Khan's Attacker

January 19, 2025

A man named Mohammad Shehzad has confessed to stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan in Mumbai. This happened after Mumbai Police caught him in Thane on January 19, 2025. Shehzad, who worked for a housekeeping agency, had used several fake names and was arrested at a labor camp near a metro construction site.

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Commanders vs Lions: A Playoff Showdown to Remember

January 19, 2025

Today marks an exciting day in the football world. The NFL divisional playoffs kick off with a thrilling match between the Washington Commanders and the Detroit Lions. The Commanders, finishing with a stunning record of 12-5, are no strangers to big games. Last week, they breezed past the Tampa Bay