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Unlocking Peptide Antigens: A New Way to Target Diseases

December 14, 2024

Finding the right T cells or antibodies to fight diseases like HIV, EBV, and even cancer is tough. These diseases hide inside our cells, showing only tiny parts of themselves called peptides on the surface. Scientists have struggled to target these peptides because our immune system can get confused

health

Feeding the Troops: A Global Look at Military Nutrition Guidelines

December 14, 2024

Have you ever wondered what soldiers around the world eat to stay strong and healthy? This review takes a look at the dietary guidelines, known as Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), that different countries have for their military personnel. These guidelines help ensure that soldiers get the right am

politics

Understanding NATO's Cognitive Warfare: A Political Science Perspective

December 14, 2024

NATO's Allied Command Transformation (ACT) has come up with an intriguing idea called "cognitive warfare. " This concept is about influencing and shaping perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors in the context of war. It's a hot topic among scholars, but it's tough to pin down a single, clear definition

technology

Making Info Flow: NATO’s Shared Tactical Pictures Project

December 14, 2024

NATO's Command, Control and Consultation Agency (NC3A) is involved in an exciting project called Shared Tactical Pictures (STP). This project aims to find ways to share various types of military data across networks. Think of it like sharing real-time information from surveillance cameras, drones, a

crime

Three Accused of Scamming Facebook Sellers in Lexington County

December 14, 2024

In Lexington County, police have taken three people into custody for a series of brazen robberies. The suspects allegedly used Facebook Marketplace to trick sellers into meeting them in a secluded area. Once there, the victims were robbed at gunpoint or given fake money. The alleged crimes occurred

crime

The Alexander Brothers' Dark Secret

December 14, 2024

Imagine this: two wealthy brothers, prominent in the real estate industry, using their power and wealth to lure women into dangerous situations. Oren and Tal Alexander, the brothers in question, didn't just misuse their status; they used it to commit heinous crimes. They organized events and trips,

entertainment

Unravelling Shadows: A Web of Secrets on Netflix's 'The Madness'

December 14, 2024

Imagine Netflix's 'The Madness' – a show that's weaving a tangled web of modern American politics. Muncie Daniels, a CNN contributor, faces a crisis when he stumbles upon a dead body, turning his life upside down. As he fights to clear his name, his family and career hang in the balance. But the sho

health

Why Vision Matters: A Look at Concussions in Young Athletes

December 14, 2024

Concussions, often called mild traumatic brain injuries, can mess up your vision. Even though they might not seem too bad, they can affect daily life, your smarts, and how well you do in sports. Ice hockey, for example, is a fast-paced sport where injuries might happen more often due to vision probl

sports

Plan Ahead: 2025 Fantasy Football Projections

December 14, 2024

Fantasy football enthusiasts, are you already looking ahead to next season? You're not alone! While many of us are fully invested in the fantasy playoffs, it's natural to start planning for the future. After all, it's not just about this year's trophies — it's about staying one step ahead in the gam

science

Unlocking Molecular Mirrors: Controlling Chemical Reactions with Chiral Cavities

December 14, 2024

Imagine you have two mirror images of a molecule that are identical in every way, except for being reflections of each other. These are called enantiomers. Separating them has been a long-standing challenge, especially since they're crucial in biological systems. Scientists recently discovered that