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Unlocking Classrooms: Marblehead and Teachers Reach Deal, Ending Strike

November 27, 2024

After a grueling two-week strike, Marblehead students will finally be back in class on Wednesday. The town and its educators agreed on a tentative contract, though the specifics are still under wraps. This strike, part of several recent teacher walkouts on Massachusetts' North Shore, had left over 2

health

Microalgae Lipids: A Secret Weapon Against Sun Damage?

November 27, 2024

Ever wondered how microalgae could help protect our skin from the sun? Scientists have been looking into this, focusing on two types: Nannochloropsis oceanica and Chlorococcum amblystomatis. Their lipid extracts can potentially shield our skin from ultraviolet A (UVA) damage. These lipids work by k

entertainment

Alan Wake 2's PS5 Pro Enhancement: Coming Soon, But Not Right Away

November 26, 2024

You know how gamers love shiny new console features? Well, Alan Wake 2 is getting some extra attention on the PlayStation 5 Pro. But hold your horses, it's not happening overnight. Development studio Remedy Entertainment is on the case, but they’re saying it’ll take more than a few weeks to iron thi

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Rare Tumor in the Brain: A Unique Case

November 26, 2024

Ever heard of a myxopapillary ependymoma (MPE)? This unusual tumor typically grows in the lower part of the spinal cord or the tail end of the spinal cord. It's quite rare to find it elsewhere, especially in the brain. But guess what? Recently, there was a case of MPE found in the fourth ventricle o

sports

How Liverpool is Handling Salah's Contract Situation

November 26, 2024

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool's star forward, is currently in the spotlight due to his contract situation. The Egyptian winger expressed disappointment that Liverpool hasn't offered him a new deal yet, which has sparked talks about his future with the club. Salah's contract ends in June 2025, and both he

education

Similarity vs Diversity: How to Get Along?

November 25, 2024

Ever wondered if celebrating differences or similarities makes us friendlier towards others? Science says that when it comes to different groups like ethnic, religious, or political ones, people just love having something in common. Research has shown that the more alike we feel, the more we want to

health

New Hope for BTC Patients: The Durvalumab + Chemo Combination in Action

November 25, 2024

Biliary tract cancer (BTC), a tough cancer that starts in the bile ducts or gallbladder, has been a serious challenge due to its poor outlook. A big trial called TOPAZ-1 showed that adding durvalumab to the standard first-line chemo (gemcitabine and cisplatin) helped patients live longer than chemo

science

Calmodulin's Surprising Role in Controlling TRPV5 Traffic

November 25, 2024

Ever heard of calmodulin (CaM)? It's a tiny protein that plays a big role in our bodies. One of its jobs is to help control a specific channel called TRPV5, which is crucial for keeping our calcium levels balanced. You see, TRPV5 is like a tiny gate that lets calcium into our kidney cells. But CaM h

crime

Revolutionizing Crime-Solving: DNA's Hidden Tracking System

November 24, 2024

DNA has been a game-changer in crime-solving, but scientists are constantly looking for better ways to use it. Traditionally, they've used molecular tags, like barcodes, to keep track of DNA samples and spot mistakes. But these tags don't take full advantage of DNA's unique sequence variations. Ente

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Battlefield Breathing: Helping Wounded Soldiers Breathe Better

November 23, 2024

Soldiers injured in battles often have trouble breathing. One serious problem is called Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). This happens when the lungs can't get enough oxygen. Doctors and researchers looked into how to best treat this near the battlefield. They found two main methods: mecha