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fun

Eye Health in Retinitis Pigmentosa: How Fluid Buildup Affects Vision

November 23, 2024

Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is a condition that affects the eyes, causing vision loss. Some people with RP also have a condition called cystoid macular edema (CME), where fluid builds up in the macula, the part of the eye responsible for sharp central vision. Researchers wanted to find out how this fl

politics

Supreme Court to Decide on Congress' Power Delegation

November 23, 2024

The Supreme Court has taken on a significant case that questions Congress' ability to give power to federal agencies. This case involves the Universal Service Fund, which provides cheap phone and internet services to rural schools and low-income families. The fund is managed by the Federal Communica

health

Understanding Shoulder Replacement Outcomes: What Factors Matter?

November 23, 2024

When it comes to shoulder replacement surgery, doctors and patients alike want to know what factors can predict how well someone will recover. A recent review took a close look at the existing research to find out. It turns out, there are several personal factors that can influence both function and

education

Texas Schools to Teach Bible Basics: What’s the Buzz?

November 23, 2024

Imagine this: kindergarteners in Texas learning stories from the Bible along with math and reading. That’s what the Texas State Board of Education recently agreed to. The vote was tight – 8 to 7. Starting from the '25-'26 school year, public grade schools can choose to teach Bible-based lessons, lik

education

Texas's Bible Lessons in Schools: History or Religion?

November 23, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it's like to learn about the Bible in school? Well, students in Texas from kindergarten to fifth grade might soon find out. The state recently approved Bible lessons in classrooms, sparking a potential legal storm. The Texas State Board of Education voted 8-7 in favor of

health

Fatigue and Daily Life with Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Patients During Chemo

November 23, 2024

Ever wondered how chemo affects those battling bone and soft tissue sarcomas? Well, a recent study took a close look at this. Researchers wanted to see how tiredness, quality of life, and daily activities changed in these patients during the first six months of chemotherapy. They also aimed to find

health

Understanding Ramadan Fasting's Impact on Kidney Health

November 23, 2024

Ramadan fasting, a key Islamic practice, involves skipping meals and drinks from sunrise to sunset. The effect of this fast on kidney function, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney transplant recipients, is not entirely clear. To shed light on this, researchers condu

finance

JPMorgan's Ties with Iranian Tycoon's Hedge Fund: A Cautionary Tale

November 22, 2024

Imagine this: the US Treasury is checking out JPMorgan Chase, one of the biggest banks in the US. Why? Because they're interested in the bank's relationship with a hedge fund called Ocean Leonid Investments Ltd. This hedge fund has some connections to a big shot in the Iranian oil business, Hossein

health

Recycling Chicken Livers to Combat Diabetes

November 22, 2024

Did you know that thousands of tons of chicken livers are tossed out every year in countries like Taiwan? This is because people find them smelly and worry about health issues. But scientists have found a creative way to turn these leftovers into something useful – a special liquid called chicken-li

celebrities

Liam Payne's Old Tweet Surfaces After His Funeral

November 22, 2024

After his sudden passing, fans have been digging up an old tweet from Liam Payne, where he asked if anyone would come to his funeral. This heartbreaking message, posted back in 2010, has resurfaced just a day after his private funeral. The tweet reads: "If I died would you come to my funeral? " At h