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Zyn Pouches: A New Way to Nicotine, Less Harmful Than Cigarettes

January 22, 2025

You might have heard of Zyn pouches – they’re like tiny bags filled with nicotine, but without the smoke. The FDA just said these are safer than cigarettes and can now be sold in the US. Philip Morris, the company behind Zyn, had to promise not to advertise to kids. Only about 1. 8% of teens use the

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Saquon's Words Before Jalen's Epic Run

January 20, 2025

Before Philadelphia Eagles running back Jalen Hurts took off for a jaw-dropping 78-yard run against the Los Angeles Rams, there was a moment worth revisiting. Saquon Barkley, another Eagles running back, was seen talking to Hurts just before the play. According to Barkley, he was simply querying Hur

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Marcus Freeman: The Coach with a Dream and a Luxurious Lifestyle

January 20, 2025

Marcus Freeman, a former linebacker, is now the head coach of Notre Dame. Born to a South Korean mom and an Air Force veteran dad, Freeman's upbringing shaped his coaching style. He values living in the present and seizing each moment. In 2021, Freeman and his family moved into a $1. 2 million home

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Religious Choices in Young Adults' Partnerships: A Peek into German Society

January 18, 2025

In today's multicultural Germany, many young adults prefer partners from their own religious background—a trend known as religious homophily. A recent study, using data from a survey among young Christians and Muslims, found interesting patterns. Both men and women generally want partners of the sam

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Exploring EMR Use in Philippine Rural Health Centers Before and During COVID-19

January 17, 2025

The switch to electronic medical records (EMRs) in the Philippines has been in the works for over a decade, guided by the Philippine eHealth Agenda. EMRs are designed to enhance clinical management and are common in advanced economies. Yet, there's still limited research on how they're actually used

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Why AJ Brown Reads Books on the Sideline

January 16, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown isn't bothered by critics who slammed him for reading a book on the sideline during a playoff game against the Green Bay Packers. Brown, a three-time All-Pro, is known for bringing a book called Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy to every game. His teammates ev

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Flexible Fluorescent Probes: How Molecular Shape Affects Mercury Detection

January 15, 2025

You know how some molecules can twist and bend, while others stay stiff? Scientists found that this flexibility can change how certain fluorescent probes work when they detect toxic mercury (Hg²⁺) in water. They looked at two types of these probes, one with a wiggly bit (1) and one that's pretty str

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Philadelphia Whole Foods Workers Face Union-Busting Tactics from Amazon

January 14, 2025

In Philadelphia, Whole Foods employees are gearing up for a union vote. They've been offered free snacks by management, but some workers say Amazon, the company that owns Whole Foods, is using other methods to discourage unionization. These methods include posting anti-union messages, replacing stor

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Exploring BMI Factors in Older Adults: A Philippine Perspective

January 14, 2025

Imagine diving into the factors that influence the weight status of older adults in the Philippines. Scientists recently used high-tech methods to find out what in our neighborhoods might be making us gain or lose weight. They combined data from satellites, maps, and a big health survey done in 2021

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Using Inflammation to Target Cancer with Neutrophils

January 13, 2025

Tumors are tricky because they don't all look the same. This makes it tough to hit them with the right medicine. But scientists have found a clever way to use inflammation to guide special cells called neutrophils, which carry drugs, right to the tumor site. They do this by causing a tiny, controlle