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fact

Weight Issues: A Mix of Mind, Habits, and Genes

December 14, 2024

Ever wondered why some people gain weight easily, while others don't? It's a complex mix of our habits, mental state, and even our genes. A small study looked into this by focusing on young adult women who were either overweight or normal weight. They found that certain changes in a gene called FTO

business

Speeding Up Truck Payments: A Look at Instant Payment Tech

December 14, 2024

In the world of trucking, getting paid quickly has always been a challenge. The freight industry often relies on factoring to ensure carriers get their money fast. But this process hasn't changed much over the years, and it still faces delays, especially over weekends and holidays. One company, Out

science

The Surprising Role of Mouse Brain Cells in Keeping Scent Maps Stable

December 13, 2024

Imagine the mouse's brain as a complex city map, where different areas represent different smells. This map is created and maintained by special brain cells called projection neurons. When these cells are removed, the map starts to change, even though the mice can still smell things. In the mouse's

health

Struggles Beyond Hearing: Why Some Kids Need More than Just Help with One-Sided Loss

December 13, 2024

Ever wondered why some kids with hearing loss in one ear manage school just fine, while others need extra support? It turns out, it's not just about the ears. Researchers have dug deeper and found that health issues play a big part too. They studied kids who needed extra help in school or had troubl

crime

The Hidden Forensic Challenge: Indoor Dog Scavenging

December 13, 2024

Scavenging, where animals consume body tissue after death, happens indoors too. It might not sound like a big deal, but for forensic experts, it complicates their job. Dogs, especially, can mess up evidence by scattering or destroying body parts. This makes it hard for forensic pathologists and vete

health

Farmers' Knowledge and Financial Factors in Southeast Asia's One Health Efforts

December 13, 2024

Imagine a world where our health, the health of animals, and the health of the environment are all connected. This is what the One Health framework aims to achieve. A recent study looked into how farmers in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam understand and interact with this concept. It's not just about kn

health

Personalizing Colon Cancer Checks: A New Approach

December 13, 2024

Currently, colonoscopy intervals in the US are set based only on the presence of adenomas or pre-cancerous polyps. But what if we could make these intervals more personalized? Researchers explored a new model that considers demographic factors, environmental influences, and genetic risks to tailor c

health

Contraception Choices of US Foreign-Born Women: What Matters?

December 12, 2024

Using contraception is a smart way to prevent unexpected pregnancies. But did you know that women who were born in other countries and now live in the US are less likely to use it compared to women born here? This study wanted to figure out why that is. They looked at data from a big survey done in

health

How Has Teen Smoking Changed Over Time? A Global Look

December 11, 2024

Ever wondered how teen smoking habits have shifted? Researchers explored this by examining data from 23 countries, focusing on teens aged 13-15. They aimed to understand how smoking prevalence has changed over time and what factors influence these trends. First, let's talk about the countries. They

politics

Trump's Take on Tariffs: A Boon for Business?

December 10, 2024

President Trump sat down with NBC's "Meet the Press" to discuss his plan to impose tariffs. When asked if families might face higher prices, he admitted he couldn't guarantee anything but pointed to the economy's strength before COVID. Companies like Walmart and Stanley Black & Decker have voiced co