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Meghan McCain's Blow: Meghan Markle's Netflix Show Misses the Mark

January 4, 2025

Meghan McCain didn't hold back when talking about Meghan Markle's new Netflix show, "With Love, Meghan. " The show, which highlights cooking and lifestyle tips with famous guests, didn't sit well with McCain. She thought the series was totally out of touch with what's really happening in the world. ...

education

University Shifts Away from Diversity Statements: A Move Toward Free Speech?

January 3, 2025

Last month, the University of Michigan ditched diversity statements in hiring and promotions, marking a notable shift from its past stance on campus free speech. This decision comes after years of criticism for restricting open inquiry. Prominent institutions like Michigan are starting to embrace ne

opinion

Rebuilding American Workforce: Beyond Tech Visas

January 3, 2025

The debate surrounding the H-1B visa program has spurred questions about what it means to put "America First. " Some, like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, support expanding this visa program to fill tech talent gaps. Others see it as a betrayal of American workers, shifting focus to cheaper foreign l

politics

Locker Stuffing Remark: Ramaswamy's Take on U. S. Workers Sparks Right-Wing Uproar

December 29, 2024

Billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy, once a presidential hopeful and now co-head of the "Department of Government Efficiency, " has stirred up a storm in the far-right camp. His comments on American workers, tucked in a post on X, have triggered a wave of anger among MAGA supporters. Ramaswamy's post was a

education

Unlocking Black History: Florida Students Learn Beyond School Walls

December 28, 2024

Florida may have required African American history in schools for decades, but many students still receive incomplete lessons. This gap has led to community efforts like Charlene Farrington's Saturday classes at the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach. Here, students delve into South Flor

health

The Role of Social Relationships in Dementia Self-Testing Apps

December 27, 2024

Ever noticed how dementia self-testing apps aren't just about you? They're also about your friends and family. These apps sometimes make you feel responsible not just for yourself, but for others too. This isn't something we talk about much. We often focus on how these apps push responsibility onto

health

Understanding Lymphopenia: What the Numbers Tell Us

December 27, 2024

When it comes to understanding our health, sometimes numbers can speak volumes. A recent study in the United States dived into the occurrence of lymphopenia among Americans. Lymphopenia is a condition where the number of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) drops below normal levels. It's more c

politics

Partisanship and Norms: How Presidential Support Shapes Tolerance

December 25, 2024

Political scientists have been looking into why American democracy seems to be facing challenges. Surprisingly, studies during Trump's presidency revealed that many citizens, especially Republicans, backed actions that weakened democratic norms. But recent experiments show that voters from both part

health

The Unseen Impact: Workplace Health in Spotlight

December 25, 2024

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a factory or an office? The folks at the American Journal of Industrial Medicine have been diving deep into this question for their 2024 review. It's not just about counting the number of workers or the machines they use. No, they're looking at the nit

health

Food Allergies and Fertility: What's the Link?

December 25, 2024

Ever wondered if having food allergies could affect your ability to conceive? A recent study in North America explored this question. The researchers looked into how self-reported food allergies might correlate with fecundability, which is the likelihood of getting pregnant each menstrual cycle. Th