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Zinc's Role in Protecting Chicken Guts from Heat Stress

December 6, 2025

Heat stress is a big problem for chickens, especially their guts. Scientists wanted to see if zinc could help. They did two experiments using tiny pieces of chicken intestines, called organoids. In the first experiment, they put these organoids in different temperatures. One group was at normal tem

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A Rare and Deadly Link: Rabies Spread Through a Kidney Transplant

December 6, 2025

A man in Michigan passed away due to rabies. This happened after he received a kidney from a donor who had the virus. This is a very rare event. It has only happened three times before in the last 50 years. The donor, a man from Idaho, was scratched by a skunk. This happened while he was on his rur

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Simulating Gut Buddies: A Tool for Better Microbiome Studies

December 6, 2025

Ever wondered how scientists study the tiny worlds inside our bodies? They use special tools to look at microbes, but sometimes, they need fake data to test these tools. That's where MHASS comes in. It's like a fake microbiome maker. It creates pretend data that looks real. This helps scientists che

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Justice in the Spotlight: Unraveling Recent High-Profile Cases

December 6, 2025

The legal system is buzzing with several high-profile cases making headlines. In one shocking turn of events, the lover of a murdered woman, Ana, has taken the stand in the trial of her accused killer, Brian Walshe. This case has captured public attention, highlighting the complexities of relationsh

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Taxpayer Wins Partial Victory in Pennsylvania Tax Refund Case

December 6, 2025

A Pennsylvania company got some good news recently. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) said they could get part of their money back from taxes they paid. This was for the time between the end of 2021 and the start of 2024. The company makes parts that help join pipes together. They asked for a

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Pennsylvania Tax Board Makes Partial Decision on Sales Tax Case

December 6, 2025

A recent ruling by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer with mixed results. The company, which deals in buying, selling, and repairing electronic products, had asked for a reduction in a sales tax assessment that covered the period from January 31, 2017, to Decembe

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Chicago's Weekend Snow Surprise: What to Expect

December 6, 2025

Get ready, Chicago! A winter weather advisory is in effect for the area, with snow on the way. The National Weather Service has issued the advisory for several counties, including Cook, DuPage, and Lake, starting at midnight. The snow is expected to start falling late Saturday night, with the heavie

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Rainy Days Ahead: UK Braces for More Wet Weather

December 6, 2025

The UK is in for a soggy start to the week, with more rain on the way after a wet weekend. The weather forecast looks pretty gloomy, with low-pressure systems causing trouble. On Saturday, December 6, heavy rain is expected to stick around, especially in northeast Scotland, south Wales, and southwes

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Florida's Sky Show: Where to Catch the Next Rocket Launch

December 6, 2025

Florida is about to put on a sky show, and you won't want to miss it. The next rocket launch is set for Sunday, December 7, from the Kennedy Space Center near Cape Canaveral. This isn't just any launch; it's a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites into space. The best part? You migh

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Unlocking Monarch Butterfly Secrets with Bluetooth Tech

December 6, 2025

In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western