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The Magic Behind Eco-Innovation: Support, Leadership, and Resilience

January 11, 2025

Want to know what makes eco-friendly innovation tick? A study in Pakistan took a look at two big ingredients: employee support from their companies and strong leadership that encourages growth. They discovered that when employees feel backed and have motivated leaders, they're more likely to dive in

politics

Rich and Poor: The Threat to Democracy

January 11, 2025

Ever wondered why some democracies are struggling? A big part of the problem might be the gap between the rich and the poor. In countries where income inequality is high, democracy seems to weaken over time. This isn't just a theory; a recent study looked at many different countries and found that i

health

Kickstarting Ortho Skills: A Collaborative Training Program for First-Year Residents

January 11, 2025

Becoming an orthopedic resident means diving into the deep end of clinical and surgical skills. Especially during the first year, or PGY-1, residents face a steep learning curve. Unfortunately, limited resources and other obstacles often lead to inadequate training compared to what experts recommend

politics

America's View of Biden: Not So Great

January 11, 2025

As President Joe Biden wraps up his term, many Americans don't seem too happy with his performance. A recent poll shows that only about one-quarter of U. S. adults think Biden was a good or great president. That's not so hot compared to former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. It's like peop

politics

The Trump Organization's New Plan: Limiting Trump's Business Role

January 11, 2025

The Trump Organization has rolled out a fresh ethics plan aimed at reducing President-elect Donald Trump's involvement in the family business while he serves in the White House. The plan, shared with CNBC, outlines several key changes. Trump will have restricted access to the company's financial det

politics

Meet Joseph Aoun: Lebanon's New President with a Military Background

January 11, 2025

Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's newly elected president, is a man who likes to keep things simple and straightforward. Unlike many in Lebanon's political scene, Aoun has always stayed away from party politics and media attention. Those who know him describe him as kind, compassionate, and focused on his duti

environment

Laborers Keep Going Despite California Fire

January 11, 2025

An immense cloud of smoke darkened the sky and turned Santa Monica into an eerie orange hue. Yet, landscapers kept trimming, builders kept constructing, and delivery drivers kept on their routes. It was just another day for the hired hands. Adrian Rodriguez, a landscaper from Querétaro, Mexico, expl

politics

California Fires: Politics Ablaze

January 11, 2025

Wildfires keep ravaging California, but it's not just the flames that are heating up. Politicians on both sides are rushing to react. Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom tackles the recovery effort while answering hard questions about state readiness. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump is quick to b

science

The Secret Weapon of the Harlequin Ladybird

January 11, 2025

Meet the harlequin ladybird, a global pest controller with a hidden talent. This beetle, originally from East Asia, has become an invasive species in Europe and North America. Scientists found that when harlequin ladybirds eat the eggs of seven-spotted ladybirds, they stay healthy. But the seven-spo

politics

Venezuela: Maduro's Presidency Extended Amid Protests and Controversy

January 10, 2025

President Nicolás Maduro is set to continue his rule in Venezuela until 2031, following his inauguration on Friday. This comes despite widespread allegations that his opponent, Edmundo González, actually won the recent election. Many people in the capital, Caracas, protested against Maduro's new ter