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How Food and Exercise Change Your Genes

December 20, 2025

People often wonder how food and exercise affect the body. One key player in this process is a substance called β-hydroxybutyrate (BHB). It is made when the body breaks down fats for energy. But BHB does more than just provide energy. It also helps control inflammation, protects the brain, and even

politics

Thailand and Cambodia Clash: Can ASEAN Bring Peace?

December 19, 2025

In a tense standoff, Thailand and Cambodia are locked in a border dispute that has already claimed lives and displaced hundreds of thousands. The conflict, which reignited last week, has drawn the attention of global powers China and the U. S. , both pushing for a ceasefire ahead of a crucial ASEAN

science

Unlocking Secrets of Our Solar Neighborhood: The CoDICE Instrument's Mission

December 19, 2025

Deep in space, about a million miles from Earth, NASA's IMAP mission is on a quest. It's not looking for aliens or hidden treasures. Instead, it's studying the solar wind and how it interacts with the space around us. This mission has ten tools, each with a special job. One of them is called CoDICE.

weather

Dubai's Rainy Surprise: A Wake-Up Call for the Desert City

December 18, 2025

Dubai, known for its sunny weather, is getting a lot of rain lately. This isn't just a little drizzle. It's heavy rain that's causing big problems. The police told everyone to stay inside unless they really need to go out. They said the weather is unstable and dangerous. The rain started on Thursda

health

Migraine Fighters: How New Drugs Are Changing the Game

December 17, 2025

Migraine sufferers have a new ally in their fight against debilitating headaches. Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies are becoming a go-to choice for preventing migraines. These drugs work by targeting a specific pathway in the body involved in migraine attacks. But how well do patients stick with these

technology

Gemini Gets a New AI App Builder: Meet Opal

December 17, 2025

Google has added a new feature to its AI chatbot, Gemini. It's called Opal, and it lets users create their own mini-apps without needing to know how to code. These mini-apps are called Gems. They are like personalized versions of Gemini that can do specific tasks. For example, there are Gems for le

politics

A Breath of Trouble: Cambodian Troops Face Air Attacks

December 17, 2025

In the thick of a border dispute, Cambodian forces are grappling with more than just bullets. Soldiers and police, now recovering in hospitals, report breathing troubles after Thai planes dropped something they call "poisonous water. " These claims are part of a tense standoff that's been raging sin

science

Unraveling the Health Secrets of Fermented Djulis: A Breakthrough in Natural ACE Inhibitors

December 17, 2025

Scientists have found a way to make a healthy food even healthier. They took a grain called djulis and fermented it with a special fungus called Monascus purpureus. After eight days, the fermented djulis showed a significant ability to inhibit an enzyme called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), wh

weather

Washington's Skagit River: A Test of Time and Tides

December 13, 2025

In the heart of western Washington, the Skagit River has been pushing its limits, testing the strength of levees that have stood since the last big flood in 2021. The river, swollen by relentless rain, reached a record height of nearly 38 feet, putting the town of Burlington and its 9, 200 residents

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When Water Takes Over: Families in Skagit County Face Flooding Challenges

December 12, 2025

In Skagit County, families are dealing with serious flooding along the Skagit River. The river reached a new high, but the flood wall in downtown Mount Vernon held strong. Now, the water is going down, but not fast enough for those who had to leave their homes. People from eastern communities along