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act

A Shift in Protection for Clinics

January 25, 2025

The Justice Department, under new leadership, has made a surprising move by limiting prosecutions against people who block reproductive health clinics. In a memo, the department's chief of staff, Chad Mizelle, stated that these cases will only be pursued in exceptional situations. The memo also orde

politics

Anti-Abortion Rally Shifts Focus with Trump and Vance's Promises

January 25, 2025

Last Friday, thousands gathered for the March for Life, the largest anti-abortion rally in the U. S. Donald Trump and his vice president, JD Vance, took the stage to make some big promises. Vance assured the crowd that the Department of Justice would stop prosecuting anti-abortion activists. He even

entertainment

Turner's POV: A Fresh Look at 'Nickel Boys'

January 25, 2025

In the movie "Nickel Boys, " director RaMell Ross did something unique. Instead of the usual camera angles, he decided to show the story from one character's point of view – Turner, played by Brandon Wilson. This isn't just a fancy trick. It means the camera, operated by Sam Ellison, sticks with Tur

science

Growing GaAs Nanowires on Silicon: A Closer Look

January 25, 2025

Growing III-V nanowires (NW) on silicon (Si) substrates is a tricky task. Scientists often rely on guesswork and different interpretations of important steps, like preparing the sample and forming the Au-Si alloy in the growth reactor. To make high-performance electronic devices that combine the bes

health

Winter Weather: How It Affects Your Health and What to Watch Out For

January 25, 2025

Winter isn't just about snow and cozy fires. It also brings some health risks you should know about. Dr. Steve Dorsey from the Cleveland Clinic says icy sidewalks are a big problem, leading to many falls. Shoveling snow can be tough on your heart, too. Cold weather can weaken your immune system, mak

health

Medieval Travel Tips: Staying Healthy on the Road

January 25, 2025

Imagine you're traveling in the Middle Ages. No GPS, no modern medicine, just you and the open road. But don't worry, medieval travelers had their own set of health tips! One of the most interesting guides was written by Adam of Cremona for the German emperor Frederick II. Adam's advice included blo

health

Radioactive Treatments and Parathyroid Problems: What You Need to Know

January 25, 2025

Have you heard about radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy? It's a common treatment for thyroid issues. But did you know there might be some side effects? Scientists are looking into a link between RAI and a condition called primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). PHPT affects the parathyroid glands, which a

politics

Security Changes for Dr. Fauci

January 25, 2025

In a recent development, President Donald Trump has decided to end Dr. Anthony Fauci's security detail provided by the National Institutes of Health. This action took place on Thursday evening, leaving Fauci to personally cover the costs of his own private security, as he continues to receive threat

health

Elder Abuse in Kamalamai: A Hidden Problem

January 25, 2025

The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even

health

The Timing of Female Circumcision in Ethiopia: A Deeper Look

January 25, 2025

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a worldwide health issue. It's a non-medical practice that involves removing parts of the female genitalia. To understand the factors influencing when girls undergo FGM, researchers in Ethiopia analyzed data from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (ED