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Sneaker Sales: Foot Locker's Big Plans for 2025

March 5, 2025

Foot Locker is expecting a tough year ahead in the sneaker market. The company is bracing for more discounts in 2025. This is due to Nike, its biggest partner, clearing out old stock with markdowns. Nike is trying to fix its problems by selling old shoes at a discount. This is a big deal because Nik

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Grapevine Water Watchers: A Mediterranean Vineyard Story

March 4, 2025

Imagine a sunny vineyard near the Mediterranean Sea. This is where scientists kept a close eye on grapevines to understand how they handle water. They tracked three key signs of vine water status: how fast the vines grew, how much water was in the leaves before dawn, and the carbon makeup of the gra

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Sip Smart: AI's Role in Perfecting Green Tea

March 3, 2025

Green tea enthusiasts understand that the fixation process is crucial. This is when the leaves absorb the right amount of moisture, indicating a successful fixation. Traditionally, scientists have used near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) to measure this moisture. However, temperature fluctuations duri

health

The Hidden World of EBV: Unraveling the Virus's Dance

February 27, 2025

The Epstein-Barr virus, or EBV, is a sneaky little bug that has infected more than 90% of people worldwide. It's not just a one-trick pony; it can cause infectious mononucleosis and is linked to various cancers, fatigue, and even depression. So, it's a big deal. Scientists have been studyin

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Mediterranean Magic: A Delicious Way to Reduce Cancer Risk

February 25, 2025

The Mediterranean Diet, or MedDiet, is more than just a trend. It's a way of life that can significantly boost your well-being. This diet is particularly effective in reducing the risk of cancers associated with being overweight. The MedDiet focuses on filling your plate with fruits, vegetables, wh

science

How Weather and Location Affect Medfly Traps

February 24, 2025

Ever wondered why catching Mediterranean fruit flies, or medflies, can be so tricky? It's not just about having the right traps. A bunch of things can make a difference. Scientists wanted to figure out what makes traps more or less effective. They looked at four main things: the sex of the

science

Amazing Crystals: Shrinking and Stretching with Heat

February 24, 2025

Imagine a material that can stretch and shrink dramatically with just a bit of heat. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, scientists have found a crystal that does just that. This isn't your average crystal. It's made from a special type of dibenzothiophene sulfone. Whe

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SpaceX to Launch NASA's NEO Hunter

February 22, 2025

NASA has chosen SpaceX to launch a new space telescope. This telescope is designed to search for near-Earth objects, or NEOs. The mission, called NEO Surveyor, will be launched on a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida. The launch is planned for September 2027. The telescope will operate from a special poin

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Does Weight Affect How Well Teens Move?

February 22, 2025

First, let's talk about what the study is all about. Researchers wanted to know if there's a connection between how well teens can move and their weight. They looked at 310 teens, both boys and girls, aged 12 to 15. They used a test called the Korperkoordinationstest für Kinder (KTK) to measure how

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Pineapples: The Science Behind the Perfect Pick

February 19, 2025

Pineapples are a big hit for a reason. They're delicious and have a major impact on the economy. But timing is everything when it comes to picking them. It's not just about getting the best taste. It's also about making sure the fruit is perfect for selling or processing. So, how do we know when a p