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Angela's Senior Strip Club Adventure Leaves Fans Divided

January 13, 2025

The season finale of Landman on Paramount Plus hit a nerve with fans due to an unexpected strip club scene involving senior citizens. The show, which follows the adventures of Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), an oil and gas company's 'landman', took a surprising turn when Angela (Ali Larter), Tomm

health

Vaccination Rates Dropping: Old Diseases Come Back

January 13, 2025

Did you know that whooping cough had a record year in 2024? Over 32, 000 people got it, with a staggering 2, 000 cases in California alone. This isn't just scary, it's a clear sign that vaccination rates are dropping. Infants are especially at risk, with over 60 babies under 4 months hospitalized, a

crypto

Bitcoin ETFs Turn One: What Happens Next?

January 13, 2025

Bitcoin ETFs are celebrating their first birthday, and it's been quite a ride! With over $113 billion invested, these funds are breaking records. But what comes next? Experts believe the one-year mark could bring some selling pressure. Investors might cash out to avoid long-term capital gains and re

science

Uncovering the Mysteries of Hydroxycinnamates in Maize: A Genomic Adventure

January 13, 2025

Everyone knows that maize, or corn, is a big deal in the world of agriculture and biofuel. But did you know that hidden inside its stalks, or stover, are special compounds called hydroxycinnamates? These compounds, ferulate and p-coumarate, play a crucial role in how maize plants resist pests and ho

health

Psychedelics: A New Approach to End-of-Life Care

January 13, 2025

Imagine this: using psychedelic substances to ease the journey at the end of life. That's what some people are exploring. This isn't about getting high or escaping reality. Instead, it's about finding comfort and peace when facing the ultimate challenge. Picture this: a person with a terminal illnes

health

Medicines with Secret Animal Ingredients: What You Need to Know

January 13, 2025

Ever think about what's really inside the pills you're taking? You might be surprised to learn that many medicines and anesthetics contain hidden animal parts. This can be a big deal for people with certain religious beliefs, who might prefer to avoid these ingredients. The weird thing is, there's n

politics

US Blocks AI Chip Exports to Prevent China from Catching Up

January 13, 2025

In a last-ditch effort to stop China from gaining the upper hand in AI technology, the Biden administration has announced new restrictions on the export of advanced AI chips. This move, coming just before Biden leaves office, is expected to strain relations with China. Tech giants like Nvidia and Or

environment

Don't Just Recycle: Push for Policy Change

January 13, 2025

You might think that recycling more or going vegan can save the planet, but the truth is, it's not that simple. Individual actions like these have a tiny impact compared to big systemic changes. For instance, even if everyone in the U. S. went vegan, it would only cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2.

science

The Power of Ions: How They Affect Graphene Supercapacitors

January 13, 2025

Graphene-based supercapacitors are impressive in storing energy. But understanding how ions interact at the nanoscale with graphene is still puzzling scientists. To solve this, researchers used two types of graphene field-effect transistors (GFETs), one with no substrate (SF-GFETs) and another with

entertainment

Celebs Pitch In: Fighting Fires, Helping Communities

January 13, 2025

The recent wildfires in California have been devastating. Thousands of homes are gone, and sadly, 24 lives have been lost. It's not just the local communities that are affected—the entertainment world is feeling the heat too. Several projects and events, like the Producers Guild nominations and Megh