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Farmland is a big deal and it is under threat. The story of Roger Short, an 82-year-old farmer, is a great way to start talking about this issue. He sold his 253-acre farm in Port Townsend, Washington, to the port authority in 2023. This farm had been in his family for almost 80 years. The farm wa

science

Cool Trick to Make Drug Packing Easier

Making drugs that are packed into tiny lipid bubbles, called liposomes, is a big deal in medicine. Usually, this process needs a lot of heat, which costs a lot of energy and time. Plus, it can mess up the drugs and the bubbles. But, what if there's a way to do it without all that heat? Scie

China's Pharma Shift: From Copycats to Innovators

China's drug scene has seen a huge change in the past 30 years. It used to be all about copying existing medicines, but now it's moving towards creating new ones. This shift is a big deal, but it's not all smooth sailing. One major hurdle is the lack of enough money for local research. Another issue

The Hidden Battle Beyond the Liver

A silent epidemic is sweeping through our communities, and it's not just about what's on our plates. It's about how we live our lives. People with lower incomes are bearing the brunt of this issue. This condition is called MASLD, or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. But it's

The Hidden Hurdles of Mental Health Meds

Mental health medications, particularly the newer antipsychotics, are quite effective in managing symptoms. However, they come with a set of challenges. If patients don't follow their prescribed medication routine, they might still experience psychotic episodes and develop metabolic issues. These is

entertainment

Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson Exit 'SNL50' Concert After Jimmy Fallon's Joke

Saturday Night Live marked its golden anniversary with a star-studded concert. The event, titled SNL50: The Homecoming Concert, was a musical extravaganza. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson were among the many celebrities who attended. The concert featured a mix of musical performances and comedi

sports

Carmelo Anthony: A Hall of Fame Journey

Carmelo Anthony, a standout player in the NBA, has been selected as a finalist for the Naismith Hall of Fame. This recognition comes as no surprise, given his impressive career and impact on the game. Pat Riley, a legendary figure in the NBA, praised Anthony's versatility and skill. Riley n

sports

Young Stars Shine Bright in San Francisco

Get ready for a night of excitement! This Friday, the best young talent from the NBA and around the world will gather at Chase Center in San Francisco. The event is part of the NBA's All-Star Weekend and will feature four teams of rookies, sophomores, and standout players from the G League. Some of

education

Little Linguists: The Struggle of Russian and Ukrainian Kids Learning Turkish

Imagine moving to a new country where you don't speak the language. That's the reality for many kids from Russia and Ukraine who moved to Turkey. These kids, aged 4-5, are facing big challenges learning Turkish. They make mistakes in how they say words, how they put sentences together, and more.