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The Long Road to Removing Stolen Images

February 20, 2025

In 2020, a young woman named Breeze Liu received a shocking phone call. A classmate informed her that an explicit video of her was circulating online, titled "Korean teen. " Liu, only 17 at the time the video was filmed, had no idea it was being shared without her consent. This was just the beginnin

environment

River Watch: Tracking Waterborne Threats in Ethiopia

February 20, 2025

The Akaki River in Ethiopia is facing a significant challenge: it's becoming a hotbed for antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) pathogens and genes. These nasty little guys are spreading to other water sources, causing a lot of concern. The good news is that a plan is in the works to keep an eye on the wate

science

Unraveling the Mystery of Ancient Collisions in the Zagros Mountains

February 20, 2025

The Zagros Mountains, a massive range stretching across Iran, hold secrets of ancient collisions between continents. To understand when these collisions happened, scientists use various methods. They study rocks, minerals, and tiny crystals called zircons. These techniques help them figure out the t

education

Middle Schoolers: Moving Less, Sitting More

February 20, 2025

Middle school is a tough time. Kids are growing, learning, and changing. But there's a big problem. They're not moving enough. Experts say that physical activity is super important for these students. But guess what? The amount of physical activity among middle schoolers has been dropping. This is a

science

Asteroid 2024 YR4: Should We Be Worried?

February 19, 2025

A newly discovered asteroid, 2024 YR4, has been making headlines lately. Why? Because there's a small chance it might hit Earth in 2032. NASA's latest estimate puts the odds at 3. 2 percent. That might not sound like much, but it's not zero either. First, let's talk about what this asteroid could d

health

Smile Science: How Accurate Are Different Ways to Guess Kids' Ages from Teeth?

February 19, 2025

Imagine trying to guess someone's age just by looking at their teeth. Sounds tricky, right? Well, that's exactly what researchers did with 1, 169 Turkish kids. They used four different methods to estimate the ages of these children. The first method was the Willems method. This is a popular way

crime

Bicyclist's Life Cut Short in Bronx Crash

February 19, 2025

A driver is now facing serious charges for a hit-and-run that took the life of a young man from Guinea. The incident happened a year ago in the Bronx. The driver, Edward Montero, was recently arrested and charged with manslaughter and leaving the scene of an accident. He pleaded not guilty and is cu

crime

A Shocking Case Unfolds: The Mental Health Worker Accused

February 19, 2025

In the grim world of human trafficking, a new twist has emerged. A 42-year-old mental health worker, DeShaun McClean, found himself in the spotlight. He was accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl named Emmarae Gervasi. Emmarae had already been through a horrifying ordeal. She was rescued

sports

Guess the Game: Sports Edition Puzzle Fun

February 19, 2025

Ever wondered what the latest sports-themed puzzle is all about? Well, let's dive right in. The game is out of its testing phase and has been officially launched on Super Bowl Sunday, February 9th. This means it has gained enough fans to keep going. You can play it for free online or through The Ath

technology

Smart Car Sharing: Boosting Benefits and Connectivity

February 19, 2025

Carsharing is like a new kid on the block in the world of transportation. It's all about giving people different ways to get around. Imagine having a car when you need it, without the hassle of owning one. This is what carsharing is all about. It's a smart way to meet the diverse needs of travelers.