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Zeke Nnaji: A Blend of Cultures and Dreams

December 19, 2024

Zeke Nnaji, a forward for the Denver Nuggets, is known for his skills on the court. But his story extends far beyond basketball. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 9, 2001, Zeke's roots are deeply embedded in both American and Nigerian cultures. His father, Apham, hails from Enugu, Nigeria,

health

How COVID-19 Discrimination Impacts Asian Americans’ Mental Health

December 19, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an unwanted surge in anti-Asian American racism, leaving many in the community grappling with its mental health fallout. A recent study delved into how colorblind racial attitudes play a role in moderating the connection between pandemic-related racial discriminatio

health

Why Do African American Smokers Struggle to Quit?

December 19, 2024

African American smokers often face more hurdles when trying to quit smoking compared to White individuals. They not only have less success but also deal with more health issues related to tobacco. Understanding what makes quitting harder for them is crucial. This study looked into several factors t

politics

Global Eyes on U. S. Politics: A Spectator's Unease

December 19, 2024

When you're watching from abroad, American politics often appears heated and divisive. In places like the United Kingdom, controversial topics like Scottish independence or Brexit sparked protests, but rarely violence. Politics is generally discussed civilly. However, when looking at American electi

politics

Did Democracy and Christianity Grow Up Together?

December 18, 2024

David French, a long-time evangelical and political conservative, has been reflecting on American democracy and the part Christianity plays in it. He was taken aback by how strongly white evangelicals supported Donald Trump. He's been pondering if our democracy could falter without Christianity's in

lifestyle

Beefy Carne Guisada: Slow Cooked Comfort in a Bowl

December 18, 2024

Have you ever tried making a one-pot meal with chuck roast? It's a budget-friendly cut that needs slow cooking to turn tender. This Latin American dish called carne guisada is a winner. It's all about combining chuck roast with chiles, diced tomatoes, and Mexican spices, then slow-cooking it into a

politics

Could Trump Tip the Scales Toward Direct Election?

December 17, 2024

You might think the Electoral College is here to stay, but former president Donald Trump's recent social media post has sparked a new question: Could he actually help end it? Trump's post, which incorrectly stated that Democrats want to drop the popular vote, could surprisingly fuel the decades-long

sports

Tagovailoa's Mistakes Cost Dolphins in Close Loss to Texans

December 16, 2024

The Miami Dolphins faced a tough loss against the Houston Texans, with the final score being 20-12. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's performance was critical in this defeat. He threw four turnovers, which the Texans converted into 10 points. Miami's special teams also faced a challenge, letting Houston

science

Saving Fruits with Sugar and Plasma: A science trick

December 15, 2024

Have you ever noticed that an apple slice turns brown faster than you can say "peel me"? That's thanks to an enzyme named polyphenol oxidase (PPO). Scientists have found a neat trick using cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) to stop this. CAP is like a gentle, invisible breeze that can turn off PPO. In a

science

Real Frequency Boost: Simplifying Many-Body Theory

December 15, 2024

Imagine you're trying to understand how particles interact in a complex system. This is what many-body theory deals with, and it's tough! The problem is, these interactions involve lots of different frequencies, which can clog up your computer's memory. Scientists often use a method called numerical