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performance

Wicked Stars to Kick Off Oscars with a Bang

February 24, 2025

The Oscars will be starting with a bang this year. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, stars of the hit musical "Wicked, " are set to perform. The Academy has confirmed this exciting news. The performance will be a celebration of the filmmaking community and its legends. The two stars are e

entertainment

Captain America's Box Office Slump: A Wake-Up Call for Marvel?

February 23, 2025

"Captain America: Brave New World" has been struggling at the box office. After a promising start with $100 million during the extended Presidents Day weekend, the film saw a significant drop in its second weekend. It earned only $28. 3 million from 4, 105 North American theaters, marking a 68% decr

sports

Blood Flow Restriction: Boon or Bane for Athletes?

February 23, 2025

Blood flow restriction (BFR) training has been a hot topic in the fitness world. It's a method where blood flow to muscles is restricted during exercise. This can be done using special bands or wraps. The idea is to make muscles work harder with less weight. But does it really help athletes? Let's b

science

Small Animals, Big Challenges: How Containment Affects PET Scans

February 22, 2025

PET scans are a big deal in medical research, especially when it comes to studying infectious diseases in small animals. These scans help scientists understand how diseases spread and how to treat them. But there's a catch: when dealing with nasty bugs like Staphylococcus aureus, researchers need to

environment

Chilling Engines: The Cold Truth about Diesel Performance

February 22, 2025

Diesel engines in heavy-duty vehicles face tough challenges in cold weather. This is especially true in places with varied landscapes, like China. These engines often have to work at low speeds and under low loads, which can be a problem. Researchers tackled this issue by experimenting with differen

health

Can Canola Replace Soybeans in Chicken Feed? Let's Break It Down

February 22, 2025

The idea of using canola meal (CM) as a substitute for soybean meal in chicken feed has been around for a while. But, the results have been all over the place. So, a big study was done to make sense of it all. This study looked at nineteen different research papers to figure out how CM affects how m

business

Tech Giants Clash: Alibaba's Profit Surge and Amazon's Revenue Boost

February 21, 2025

In the tech world, Alibaba made a huge splash in late 2024. The Chinese giant saw its net profit skyrocket by 239% compared to the same time the previous year. This massive jump was largely due to the growth of its cloud services and a significant expansion in artificial intelligence over the past s

finance

Rivian's Mixed Bag: Profits and Predictions

February 21, 2025

Rivian, the electric vehicle (EV) maker, recently announced its fourth-quarter earnings for 2024. The company managed to surprise investors by achieving a gross profit of 170 million dollars. This is a big deal because it's the first time Rivian has made a profit in a single quarter. However, the co

finance

Walmart's 2025 Outlook: A Bumpy Road Ahead for Retail

February 20, 2025

In the midst of America's inflation crisis, Walmart has been a go-to spot for shoppers seeking bargains on essentials. However, the retail giant recently hinted that 2025 might not be as smooth sailing. Walmart's stock took a hit, dropping around 6% in early trading, and the Dow followed suit with a

sports

The Secret of Squat Jumps: Unweighting for Better Performance

February 20, 2025

Squat jumps are a common exercise used to measure an athlete's power and strength. But how do you know if you're doing them correctly? Traditionally, coaches and scientists have used their eyes or force-time graphs to check for an unweighting phase before the jump. This method can be unreliable and