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Unbelievable Tale: The Ricin Plot and Its Shocking Twists

December 13, 2024

Curious about the story behind Kevin Curtis, an Elvis impersonator, and Everett Dutschke, a karate instructor? It starts in Tupelo, Mississippi, where Curtis found a severed head in a hospital fridge. That began a series of crazy events – a feud with a funeral director and politician, Steve Holland,

entertainment

CJ 4DPLEX Brings Immersive Cinema Experiences to Australia and Taiwan

December 13, 2024

CJ 4DPLEX, a cinema technology company from Seoul, is boosting its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. They've teamed up with Event Cinemas in Australia and Showtime Cinemas in Taiwan to offer exciting new movie experiences. In Australia, three new 4DX theaters will open by Christmas 2024, with one

technology

Could Tariffs Make PS5 Pro 40% Pricier? Affordable Ways to Buy Now

December 13, 2024

President-elect Trump's tariff plans might hike video game console prices. The PS5 Pro could jump from $700 to $980 due to tariffs. Should you buy it now with a credit card or a buy now, pay later plan? Let's see if it's worth it! Tariffs could make the PS5 Pro 40% more expensive, says a study. If

health

How Has Teen Smoking Changed Over Time? A Global Look

December 11, 2024

Ever wondered how teen smoking habits have shifted? Researchers explored this by examining data from 23 countries, focusing on teens aged 13-15. They aimed to understand how smoking prevalence has changed over time and what factors influence these trends. First, let's talk about the countries. They

health

The Battle Against Gold Nanoparticle Damage: Can Quercetin Protect Our Hearts?

December 11, 2024

Gold nanoparticles (GNPs) are superstars in biomedicine because of their unique properties. But they can cause harm. One big worry is their potential toxicity when interacting with our tissues. Enter quercetin, a natural flavonoid with superpowers of its own! It's known for its anti-inflammatory, an

education

Medical School's New Grading System: Helping the Underserved?

December 11, 2024

Imagine a medical school where grades are simply pass or fail, instead of the usual 1 to 5 scale. This was the case for a group of medical students who were part of a study comparing two classes: one with the old, competitive grading system, and one with the new pass/fail system. Researchers wanted

politics

Trump's Plans for Healthcare and Abortion: A Casual Chat

December 10, 2024

President-elect Trump sat down with NBC’s “Meet the Press” to discuss his thoughts on healthcare and abortion. He didn't have much to say about replacing Obamacare, though. He still only has “ideas” for a better plan, and he’s not sure when he’ll have a full one. When asked about abortion pills, Tru

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LED Cinema Screens: A Chinese Innovation Going Global

December 10, 2024

Imagine stepping into a cinema and being engulfed in a vibrant, real-life movie experience. This isn't science fiction—it's the reality brought to you by LED screens. While LED technology has been around, the high costs kept it out of reach for many. Enter Chinese companies like China Film Global Te

science

Understanding Goose Parvovirus: What Makes LIV-22 So Potent?

December 8, 2024

Every year, farmers face a big problem: Goose Parvovirus, or GPV. This nasty little virus can wipe out up to 100% of young goslings and ducks in flocks that haven't encountered it before. We're going to look at a particular strain of GPV called LIV-22, which was first found in the USSR back in 1972.

politics

Trump's Campaign Pledges: Changing Tune on TV

December 8, 2024

In his first network TV interview since winning the election, President-elect Donald Trump sat down with NBC News' Kristen Welker. He discussed various topics, including his plans for Dreamers, abortion medication, and the Fed Chair. Trump's measured tone didn't last long. He quickly shifted to sugg