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Vince Coglianese

Vince Coglianese Goes Nuclear on ‘Sick’ Gavin Newsom for Saying He Wants to ‘See Trans Kids’

(DCNF)—Daily Caller editorial director Vince Coglianese rebuked Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom on “VINCE” Friday for saying he “want to see trans kids” and “ha a trans godson.” Newsom made the comments on a Wednesday episode of “The Ezra Klein Show,” with a clip of his remarks drawing backlash from conservatives on X. Coglianese quoted the governor...

Coffee

Caffeine Myths Debunked: What Science Really Says About Your Daily Coffee Habit

Moderate coffee consumption (3-4 cups/day) doesn't dehydrate you—water balance remains stable unless intake exceeds 5+ cups. Sweat rates and genetics, not caffeine, determine workout hydration; pre-workout coffee is fine unless consumed excessively. Caffeine's metabolism boost is minor and inconsistent—don't rely on it for weight loss. Regular drinkers retain caffeine's...

Chernobyl Fungus

Radiation-Metabolizing Chernobyl Fungus Could Shield Astronauts on Deep-Space Missions

Black fungi like Cladosporium sphaerospermum were discovered growing toward radioactive hotspots in Chernobyl, suggesting they metabolize gamma radiation – a process called "radiosynthesis." Studies show irradiated melanin-rich fungi grow 10-21x faster than non-irradiated counterparts. Melanin, the same pigment in human skin, absorbs and neutralizes radiation like a sponge. Some researchers theorize it may convert radiation into metabolic...