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How Astrocytes and RAGE Team Up in Mouse Brains to Handle Pain and Anxiety

January 26, 2025

You might know that pain and anxiety often go hand in hand. Scientists have found that in mice, a protein called RAGE in the brain's anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) plays a big role in this combo deal. When mice feel chronic inflammatory pain (CIP), their astrocytes—star-shaped brain cells—get activ

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A Lake, a Fish, and a Parasite: What You Need to Know

January 26, 2025

Imagine enjoying a nice meal of fish from Iseo Lake in northern Italy. That's what one person did, but a month later, they found an unexpected guest in their stool: a worm segment. This wasn't just any worm; it was a part of a tapeworm from the Dibothriocephalus genus. How did this happen? The fish

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How Exercise Helps College Students Beat Self-Doubt

January 24, 2025

Have you ever felt like you don't measure up to your peers? Many college students do. A recent study delved into how physical exercise can help combat these feelings of inferiority. Researchers found that exercise not only directly boosts your mood but also indirectly enhances your resilience throug

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Freed Far-Right Leaders Plan Comeback, Seek Revenge

January 24, 2025

In a recent interview, Enrique Tarrio, the leader of the Proud Boys, expressed his gratitude towards Donald Trump for pardoning him. After serving time for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack, Tarrio wants revenge against those who put him behind bars. He insists that the people responsible for

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Boosting Teen Awareness: A Serious Game on Fertility

January 24, 2025

Fertility issues are on the rise, impacting one in six adults worldwide. As people delay having kids and lifestyles change, the need for fertility awareness grows. Let's dive into the views on a game called 'FActs! ', designed to educate teens on fertility. The game starts with basic questions like

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Gearing Up: Will Roman Pearce Get His Due in Fast & Furious 11?

January 24, 2025

Fast & Furious 11 is the series finale, so it's too late to correct one of its biggest character blunders – Roman Pearce's personality shift. The Fast & Furious franchise is known for its thrilling car stunts and family-centric storylines. However, after seven films, Roman Pearce has lost his tough-

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Trump Downplays Violence from Capitol Rioters: Just Minor Issues

January 23, 2025

In a recent chat with Fox News host Sean Hannity, former President Donald Trump referred to the violent actions of Capitol rioters towards police as “minor incidents. ” This interview, happening after his swearing-in ceremony, saw Trump defending his decision to pardon 1, 500 people involved in the

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Trump's Actions: A Gift for Democrats in 2026?

January 23, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, President Trump has handed Democrats a potential campaign ad on a silver platter. This comes after he pardoned rioters involved in the January 6th Capitol attack and even invited some of them to the White House. CNN's John King points out that this move could be explo

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Hearing Checks for Babies: Ontario's Genetic Screening Journey

January 23, 2025

In 2019, Ontario made a big step forward in detecting hearing loss in newborns. They started a new screening program that looks for signs of permanent hearing loss (PHL) in babies right after they're born. This isn't just about checking if babies can hear sounds, but also looking into their genes fo

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Indonesia's Mental Health: Experts Weigh In

January 22, 2025

Mental well-being is a basic human right, but in Indonesia, it often takes a back seat. The Indonesian government and public haven't placed mental health at the top of their priority lists. This situation has led experts to push for a greater understanding of mental health issues among Indonesians.