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California's Coastal Jolt: A Quick Tsunami Warning

December 6, 2024

Imagine waking up to the ground shaking and then hearing about a tsunami warning. That's what happened in California last Thursday morning. Around 10:44 am, a strong earthquake struck about 62 miles off the coast of Ferndale. This quake was of magnitude 7. 0 and was a type called a strike-slip, wher

entertainment

Boxer Liam Paro Picks Fictional Croc Dundee Over Real Stars

December 6, 2024

Australian boxer Liam Paro, who took the boxing world by storm by defeating Subriel Matias and winning the IBF Super Lightweight championship, recently faced an interesting challenge. Before his title defense against Richardson Hitchins, DAZN Sports asked him to rank his top 5 Australian celebrities

technology

Clever AI Safeguards Faces from Facial Recognition

December 5, 2024

Ever wondered if your online photos could be scanned by facial recognition tech? Well, researchers have come up with a smart AI tool called "Chameleon" that acts like a digital mask! This unique AI model doesn't alter the quality of your photos but makes it hard for recognition systems to spot you. ...

science

Uncovering Secret Enzymes: A Journey into Taste

December 5, 2024

Ever wondered why the taste of some seafood like oysters can be a bit bitter? That’s where aminopeptidases come into play. These enzymes break down bitter peptides in proteins. Until now, scientists haven’t had a clear method to find and study these enzymes properly. This study used a smart computer

health

Gender Bias in Turkish Thoracic Medicine: A Survey of Specialists' Experiences

December 5, 2024

Ever wondered how gender discrimination affects doctors? We'll dive into the experiences of pulmonologists and thoracic surgeons in Turkey. These health professionals are key in treating lung and chest conditions. A survey revealed their perspectives on gender bias in their workplaces. First, let's

crime

Tragedy Hits Small School: Gunman Dies After Shooting

December 5, 2024

Wednesday afternoon, a tragic incident unfolded at a small religious school in Northern California. Two students were injured when a gunman opened fire at the Feather River School of Seventh-Day Adventists in Palermo. The gunman was found dead near the playground, having apparently taken their own l

health

Medication Use, Spirituality, and Viral Load in HIV Patients in Rural Nigeria

December 4, 2024

All over the world, people take medications to manage illnesses. For those living with HIV/AIDS in rural parts of Nigeria, sticking to a strict medication schedule is crucial. This means regularly taking medication called highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) to keep HIV under control. But ho

crime

Shipping Mishaps: A Chinese Man's Hidden Weapon Trade

December 4, 2024

Shenghua Wen wasn't just any tourist in Southern California. This 41-year-old from China was up to something illegal. He overstayed his student visa and got caught sending a peculiar cargo: guns and ammunition. Authorities found out he was shipping these from the Port of Long Beach to North Korea. S

politics

Trump's Pick for FBI Director: Kash Patel Sparks Debate

December 3, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Kash Patel, a former staffer and right-wing media personality, to head the FBI. This decision has attracted attention, with some questioning Patel's suitability for the role and the tradition of keeping the FBI director non-partisan. Patel, author of "Governme

health

Exploring Cognitive Interviews: Do Outcome Measures for Older Adults Hit the Mark?

December 3, 2024

Older adults, especially those over 65, are major users of healthcare and social services. Surprisingly, many tools designed to assess quality and economic impact haven't been properly tested with this age group. Enter cognitive interviews – a crucial method for validating these tools. This review l