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Checking Blood Sugar: How Well Do Home Devices Stack Up?

December 12, 2025

Managing diabetes is a big deal, and getting blood sugar levels right is key. People use small, handheld devices to check their sugar at home. But how good are these devices compared to the big machines in labs? A recent study put three devices to the test: two home glucometers (DSA and MedSenso) a

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Spit Science: New Clues to Gum Disease

December 12, 2025

Researchers are digging into spit to find clues about gum disease. They want to spot trouble early. Gum disease can be mild or severe. It's a big deal for oral health. The study looked at proteins in saliva. These proteins are part of the TAM pathway. The goal was to see if these proteins could tel

crypto

Crypto Market Takes a Dip Despite Fed's Rate Cut

December 12, 2025

The crypto market is not responding positively to the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. Even though the Fed lowered interest rates, Bitcoin and Ethereum have both dropped in value. The overall market is down by 2. 25% from the previous day, totaling $3. 07 trillion. Traditional markets, like the S

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Crypto Market Takes a Breather: What's Next for Bitcoin and Ethereum?

December 12, 2025

The crypto market is currently in a holding pattern. Bitcoin and Ethereum are the main focus, with investors waiting for clearer signals from central banks before making big moves. Things have been pretty stable lately. Both small and big investors are putting money into BTC and ETH, but they're no

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Crypto Market: Bitcoin's Steady Climb Amid Mixed Signals

December 12, 2025

Bitcoin is holding steady around $90, 000, but the market is showing signs of uncertainty. Over the past day, $175. 12 million worth of positions were liquidated, indicating some instability. On Monday, Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of $60. 5 million, while Ethereum ETFs had a net inflow of $35. 5

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Is Ivermectin Really Effective Against Covid-19?

December 12, 2025

Ivermectin, a drug known for fighting parasites, has been a hot topic in the fight against Covid-19. Some people believe it can lower the risk of death from the virus. Two recent studies looked at the same group of clinical trials and used similar statistical methods. Surprisingly, they came to diff

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Drug Duo Shows Promise in Fighting COVID-19

December 12, 2025

In the battle against COVID-19, scientists have been exploring various drug options to find an effective treatment. One interesting approach involves the combination of ivermectin and doxycycline. These drugs are already known for their antiviral properties and are commonly available. The main prot

politics

The Unexpected Rise of Alexis Wilkins: Music, Politics, and Controversy

December 12, 2025

Alexis Wilkins, a country singer from Nashville, has seen her music career get a big boost lately. This isn't just because she's talented. It's because she's dating Kash Patel, a high-ranking government official. Whenever Patel is in the news, more people listen to Wilkins' music. This is a strange

science

Exploring Quantum Materials with Tiny Magnets

December 12, 2025

Quantum materials are fascinating because they can change their electronic and magnetic behaviors when exposed to magnetic fields. However, studying these changes has been tough. The main issue is that magnetic fields mess up the paths of electrons ejected from these materials during experiments. A

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A Teen's Life Cut Short: The Dark Side of Tijuana

December 12, 2025

In a grim turn of events, a young man from Tijuana is now facing life behind bars for a crime that shocked both sides of the border. Brian Alexis Patron Lopez, who was just 18 when he committed the act, was sentenced to life in federal prison for his role in the kidnapping, torture, and murder of Mi