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Why Do Some LGBTQ+ Teens Have More Psychotic Experiences?

January 3, 2025

You might think that psychotic experiences (PE) are rare. But for LGBTQ+ teens, they're more common. Why? Researchers believe it's because these teens face different challenges in their social world, both good and bad. For instance, they might deal with more bullying or have less social support. Thi

health

The COVID Puzzle: What We Know and What We Don't

January 3, 2025

The world is still grappling with COVID, though vaccines and natural infections have provided some protection. The virus isn't as deadly as it once was, but it's always changing. Scientists need to keep a close eye on it. Five years ago, people in Wuhan, China, got sick with a new virus. We don't k

sports

Week 18 NFL Picks: Florio vs. Simms - The Final Showdown

January 2, 2025

In the last week of the 2024 NFL season, Florio and Simms are neck and neck. Florio leads by three games straight up, but Simms is close behind. They disagree on two games straight up and six against the spread. Let's dive into their Week 18 picks. Browns face the Ravens, who are aiming for the div

crime

Deadly Drive on Bourbon: A New Year's Tragedy

January 2, 2025

New Orleans' Bourbon Street turned into a nightmare just after midnight on New Year's Day. A driver in a white pickup truck mowed down crowds of partygoers, killing 15 and injuring many more. The suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was shot dead by police following a chase and shootout. The F

crime

Beyond Radicalization: A Brother's Perspective

January 2, 2025

On New Year's Day, Bourbon Street in New Orleans witnessed a tragic event when a car rammed into revelers, killing 15 people. The man behind the wheel was Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a U. S. military veteran with a complex past. His brother, Abdur Jabbar, speaks out, emphasizing that radicalization, not rel

technology

Did Nikola Tesla Really Warn About Future Tech Horrors?

January 2, 2025

For a long time, people have been sharing a quote about the risks of technology, saying it came from Nikola Tesla. The quote goes, "You may live to see man-made horrors beyond your comprehension. " But is there proof that Tesla actually said this? Not really. The strongest hint comes from a magazine

health

Testing SUMO Proteins in Breast Cancer

January 2, 2025

Scientists have been looking into a particular protein called SUMO activating enzyme subunit 1, often shortened as SAE1. They want to understand its role in breast cancer. Using advanced computer-based studies and lab experiments, researchers found that SAE1 might speed up the growth of cancer cells

religion

What's the Deal with ISIS and Terror Attacks?

January 2, 2025

You might have heard about the tragedy that happened in New Orleans, where a man drove his truck into a New Year's crowd, killing 15 people. The FBI found a black flag in his truck that belongs to a group called the Islamic State, also known as ISIS. This group has been around for a while and has in

crime

New Orleans Attack: Young Lives Lost

January 2, 2025

A terrible incident occurred in New Orleans on New Year's Eve. A truck plowed into crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 30. Among the victims were Martin "Tiger" Bech, a former Princeton University wide receiver, Reggie Hunter, a loving father of two, and Ni’Ky

science

The Hidden Side of DNA Damage: How 8-oxoGua and OGG1 Impact Cancer

January 2, 2025

When your body's cells produce energy, they also create byproducts called reactive oxygen species (ROS). These can damage DNA in various ways, one of the most common being the oxidation of guanine, a building block of DNA. This oxidized form is known as 8-oxoguanine (8-oxoGua). If not fixed, 8-oxoGu