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How Smartphones Measure Up in Tracking Lift Speed

November 20, 2024

In a recent study, scientists explored whether smartphone apps can accurately measure how fast a barbell moves during powerlifting exercises. They compared three apps - Qwik VBT, Metric VBT, and MyLift - against a commercial device called RepOne. Twenty experienced powerlifters tried out these tools

politics

Hong Kong's Democracy Leaders Face Long Jail Terms

November 19, 2024

More than 40 of Hong Kong’s prominent democracy advocates have been sentenced to prison in the city’s largest ever national security trial. This includes well-known figures like Joshua Wong, who led pro-democracy protests and shouted “I love Hong Kong” before his sentence. The sentences range from 5

technology

Apple's Next iPhone: Thinner, Faster, and More Efficient

November 19, 2024

Get ready for a big leap! Apple is gearing up to launch the iPhone 17 with some serious upgrades. According to analyst Jeff Pu, the new model will feature the A19 chip, built using TSMC's third-generation 3nm technology called "N3P. " This shiny new tech promises faster speeds and better battery lif

entertainment

Rashida Jones Honors Late Dad Quincy at Governors Awards

November 18, 2024

On Sunday, Rashida Jones stood on the stage of the Governors Awards, surrounded by her siblings. She delivered a speech written by her late father, Quincy Jones, who was set to receive an honorary Oscar before his passing two weeks prior. Quincy Jones, a legendary music producer with seven Oscar nom

weather

Weather Woes: Tropical Depression Sara Hits Belize & Honduras

November 18, 2024

Imagine waking up to find your home flooded, again. That's what residents in Belize and Honduras faced when Tropical Storm Sara hit. After pounding Honduras' northern coast for days, Sara weakened to a tropical depression upon reaching Belize. Experts warned of heavy rain causing flash flooding and

crime

Diddy Allegedly Meddling in Sex Trafficking Trial from Jail

November 17, 2024

Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly stirring up trouble while behind bars, attempting to strong-arm witnesses and influence jurors ahead of his upcoming sex trafficking trial. Prison phone calls, recently unveiled, suggest Combs has been breaking rules since his September lockup. Prosecutors are

science

Malaria Parasite's Powerhouse: Why Mitochondria Matter in Transmission

November 17, 2024

Malaria has a sneaky way of spreading from humans to mosquitoes, thanks to tiny structures called gametocytes. These act like mysterious switchboards, turning on and off when needed. So, what's the secret to their quick transformation? A team of researchers decided to zoom in on the mitochondria, th

weather

Sara: A Storm to Keep an Eye On

November 17, 2024

You might have heard about Tropical Depression Nineteen, but now it's time to meet Tropical Storm Sara. This isn't your average storm; Sara is packing some power in the western Caribbean Sea. As of Thursday's Noon update from the National Hurricane Center, Sara had sustained winds of about 40 mph an

crime

Police Officers Accused of Misconduct with Women's Phones

November 15, 2024

Two former Missouri police officers faced federal charges this week for allegedly similar misconduct. David McKnight, 39, from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and Julian Alcala, 29, from the Florissant Police Department, were both accused of targeting women during traffic stops. They would confis

science

The Secret Threat to Honeybees: Nosemosis Explained

November 15, 2024

Ever wondered what's been bothering honeybees? It's not just climate change or pesticides. A tiny parasite called Nosema, which causes nosemosis, is quietly wreaking havoc on these vital pollinators. Imagine a tiny invader sneaking into bees' stomachs, multiplying, and causing serious damage. Scient