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Red Moon Rising: Catch the Worm Moon Eclipse in North America

March 9, 2025

Ever wondered what it's like to see a moon turn red? Well, get ready because North America is in for a treat this March. The full moon, known as the Worm Moon, will be totally eclipsed by Earth's shadow, creating a stunning red hue that will last for about an hour. This celestial event is a big deal

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Big Animals, Big Cancer Risk

March 9, 2025

Scientists have long thought that bigger animals should get more cancer. The idea is simple: more cells mean more chances for something to go wrong. So, elephants and whales should be cancer hotspots, right? Well, not so fast. For a long time, this idea didn't add up. Some small animals, like budgie

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Unlocking the Secrets of Super Agers

March 8, 2025

Ever wondered what makes some people live incredibly long lives? These folks, known as supercentenarians, are people who have lived past 110 years. They often have amazing mental and physical health, which is why scientists are so interested in them. By studying these super agers, we can learn a

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Fighting Flu in COPD: How Education and Vaccines Can Help

March 7, 2025

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a big deal in China. Many people with COPD do not get the flu vaccine. This is a problem because COPD makes it harder to fight off infections. So, researchers wanted to see if teaching patients more about the flu vaccine could change things. They f

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Moon Landing Mishap: What Went Wrong with Athena?

March 7, 2025

The latest lunar mission faced an unexpected challenge. A privately owned spacecraft, Athena, recently attempted to land on the moon. It was carrying a drill, a drone, and rovers for NASA and other customers. The landing seemed to go smoothly at first, but things quickly took a turn for the worse. T

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Macy's Mixed Results: A Glimpse into the Retail Giant's Future

March 6, 2025

Investors are keeping a close eye on Macy's. The retail giant recently shared its fourth-quarter earnings, which were a mix of good and bad news. The company's total sales dropped by 4% compared to the same period last year. This drop was partly due to an extra selling week in the previous year, whi

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Lunar Trailblazer: NASA's Moon Mission Hits a Snag

March 6, 2025

NASA is still trying to fix a problem with a spacecraft called Lunar Trailblazer. This spacecraft was sent to the moon last week. It was supposed to study water on the moon. But, there was a problem. The spacecraft lost contact with Earth. This happened less than 12 hours after it was launched. It w

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Moon Magic: Unveiling Lunar Eclipse Mysteries

March 6, 2025

Lunar eclipses are a celestial spectacle that captivate people around the world. These events occur when the Earth's shadow blocks the sun's light from reaching the moon. Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses can be seen from a much larger area on Earth. This is because the Earth's shadow is much la

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Keeping Pets Healthy: The Smart Way to Use Antibiotics

March 4, 2025

Antibiotics are powerful tools in keeping our furry friends healthy. But, using them too much or in the wrong way can cause big problems. This is especially true in Singapore, where pets like cats and dogs are common. The issue is that overuse of antibiotics can lead to something called antimicrobia

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Moon's Morning Glory: Private Lander's First Light

March 4, 2025

The moon just got a little bit more familiar. A private spacecraft, Blue Ghost, touched down near a lonely peak called Mons Latreille. This spot is in a huge crater named Mare Crisium, which is in the northeast part of the moon's near side. The landing happened on a Sunday, March 2nd. The spacecraf