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ama

How Microglia States Affect Remyelination in MS

December 29, 2024

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease where remyelination—the body's attempt to repair damaged nerve fibers—varies greatly among individuals and even within the same person. Scientists in the Netherlands decided to use this natural diversity to find out what makes some people better at remyel

politics

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy: Can They Really Cut $2 Trillion from the Federal Budget?

December 29, 2024

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the duo behind the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have a big promise: slash $2 trillion from the federal budget. They've got their eyes on some big targets like the IRS, Department of Education, and even Social Security payments. But experts are skeptical.

crime

Jail Detainee Admits to Arson, Threats in Plea Deal

December 29, 2024

In Rochester, Minnesota, a man named Devon Floyd Sackett has agreed to plead guilty to some of the charges against him from incidents that took place at the Olmsted County Jail. Sackett, 47, was initially unable to stand trial due to being deemed incompetent in February. However, this decision was o

religion

The Dalai Lama Dilemma: What Happens Next?

December 28, 2024

The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, is nearing 90 years old. As he ages, the future of his role becomes uncertain. The Chinese government, which controls Tibet, has the power to choose the next Dalai Lama. This could mean the end of the current line of Dalai Lamas. The Dalai La

science

Quinoa's Secret Weapon: Fighting Bugs in Apple Juice

December 28, 2024

Scientists are exploring new ways to keep our food fresh. One interesting discovery is using proteins from quinoa that can fight off bacteria. These proteins, called antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), were created by mixing different bacteria together. Out of all these AMPs, one called F1 was the supers

crypto

Russia Puts the Brakes on Crypto Mining

December 28, 2024

Right before the new year, Russia decided to hit pause on crypto mining in certain regions. For the next six years, starting January 1, 2024, ten different regions won't have any crypto mining going on. The main issue? Energy usage. Just like how crypto mining taps into quite a bit of energy in the

environment

Santa Cruz Harbor's Stormy Struggle

December 27, 2024

Santa Cruz Harbor, shaped like an hourglass, was built to protect boats. But recent storms have shown its weakness. The harbor suffered significant damage, with several docks broken and around 15 boats sinking. Repairs are estimated to cost at least $20 million, possibly more. Boat owners are being

sports

Lamar Jackson's Historic Run: The NFL's Speediest Quarterback

December 27, 2024

Lamar Jackson, the Ravens' quarterback, has made his mark on the NFL as a formidable runner. He recently broke Michael Vick's record for the most rushing yards by a quarterback in the league's history. This achievement came in his 102nd game, while Vick took 143 games to set the previous record. Jac

science

Understanding Concrete's Frost Resistance: A Tale of Temperature and Air

December 27, 2024

The Belt and Road strategy has boosted infrastructure in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's permafrost region. This means concrete there needs to be stronger and better at withstanding freezing temperatures. Researchers tested how concrete cured at different temperatures handles freezing and thawing cycles

health

Cannabis Compound CBD: A New Shield Against Kidney Damage from Traditional Medicine

December 27, 2024

Scientists have uncovered an interesting discovery: a compound from cannabis called CBD might protect kidneys from harm caused by certain traditional Chinese medicines. Let's break down how they figured this out. First off, there's a nasty substance called Aristolochic Acid I (AAI) in some traditio