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Mysteries of Cot Death

January 13, 2025

You might have heard about cot death, also known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). It's a scary term for parents. But what is it exactly? Cot death happens when an apparently healthy baby suddenly dies during sleep, usually in their cot. Doctors don't know the exact cause, but they've found so

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Wildfires Ravage LA: Homes and Landmarks in Danger

January 13, 2025

In the grim reality of California's recent wildfires, Los Angeles County has seen thousands of structures burn to the ground. Celebrity homes in the affluent Pacific Palisades, where the average home costs over $3 million, have been hit hard. Landmarks like Palisades Charter High School, featured in

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Celebs Pitch In: Fighting Fires, Helping Communities

January 13, 2025

The recent wildfires in California have been devastating. Thousands of homes are gone, and sadly, 24 lives have been lost. It's not just the local communities that are affected—the entertainment world is feeling the heat too. Several projects and events, like the Producers Guild nominations and Megh

politics

Why Informality Makes European Migration Control Tick

January 13, 2025

In Europe, there's a big talk about making migration "ordered" and safe. But in reality, things seem to be quite the opposite. Let's look at how informality plays a sneaky role in managing migration, using two hotspots: the Dublin III Regulation and readmission agreements. We’ll zoom in on Sweden an

politics

The LA Fires: Are We Missing the Bigger Picture?

January 13, 2025

When a disaster like the recent fires in Los Angeles strikes, it's natural for people to start pointing fingers. Bret and Gail, two commentators, share their thoughts on this. Bret feels upset seeing the devastation — homes, businesses, and neighborhoods gone. He believes this is a moment for everyo

health

Sleep Endoscopy and Sedation: A New Look

January 13, 2025

Ever wondered how deep someone should be asleep to best see their sleep troubles? This study dove into that question. It focused on patients with obstructive sleep apnea and used a clever mix of tools—a technique called bispectrometry and polysomnography. These tools helped the researchers figure ou

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Steps and Survival: How Walking Affects Hypertensive Adults

January 13, 2025

Ever wondered how many steps you should take daily if you're dealing with high blood pressure? A recent study explored this very question. Researchers looked into how many steps hypertensive American adults take each day and how that relates to their risk of death from any cause, as well as heart-re

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How Housing Costs Affect Australian Well-being

January 13, 2025

Imagine you're Australian, and the cost of your housing keeps rising. What happens to your health and happiness? Researchers looked into this, using a special method to compare locals' health and life satisfaction when housing prices go up. They found that high housing costs can make your body feel

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California Wildfires: A Billion-Dollar Blaze with No End in Sight

January 12, 2025

The wildfires raging across California might turn out to be the most expensive disaster in US history. The fires have already scorched over 40, 000 acres, according to CalFire. Governor Gavin Newsom warned that the costs and scale of the fires could be unprecedented. As of Saturday, sixteen people h

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Tragic Loss: Motivational Speaker Rory Sykes Dies in LA Wildfires

January 12, 2025

Rory Sykes, a former child star and motivational speaker known for his work with people with disabilities, has sadly passed away in the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Born with blindness and cerebral palsy, Rory overcame many challenges throughout his life. He was only 32 years old. Rory's mother, S