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Belts and Bulges: How Body Shape Affects Plaque in Men and Women

December 15, 2024

Have you ever wondered if your body shape could affect your health? Turns out, it might. The conicity index, or CI, is a measure that tells us about visceral obesity, which is the fat around your belly. Research has found that this index is linked to atherosclerosis, a disease that causes your arter

sports

Who Throws and Jumps Better: Boys vs. Girls in Youth Sports?

December 15, 2024

Ever wondered if there are major differences in sports performance between boys and girls before puberty? Scientists took a close look at shot put, javelin throw, and long jump events from 2016 to 2023 in the USA Track and Field National Youth Outdoor Championships and National Junior Olympic Champi

sports

Skiing Champion Mikaela Shiffrin's Recovery: A Team Effort with Michael Phelps

December 15, 2024

When you're an athlete like Mikaela Shiffrin, your body isn't the only thing that needs to be strong. Your mind does too. Shiffrin, a top skier, just had surgery. She's not alone in this tough time. Fellow athlete and mental health advocate, Michael Phelps, is cheering her on. Shiffrin's injury hap

health

How Foot Arch Stiffness Shapes Our Steps

December 14, 2024

Ever wondered how your foot's arch affects the way you walk? Scientists explored this by looking at what happens when the plantar fascia, a tough tissue in the foot, gets stiffer or softer. They created a virtual foot model based on real foot data and observed changes in stress, angles, and arch hei

politics

Cook and Trump: A Tech-Politics Dinner Date

December 14, 2024

Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to break bread with President Donald Trump at the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort. This is the first time they'll meet since Trump's re-election. The two have had a pretty cozy relationship, unlike Trump's chilly dealings with other tech bigwigs like Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and

business

What Drives Ukraine's Generations?

December 14, 2024

Ever wondered what makes young people in Ukraine tick? A survey done by Academy DTEK with hh. ua|grc in 2019 asked 2, 182 people aged 15 to 72 about their values. They found some interesting stuff! Younger folks, like Gen Z and Y, really like new ideas and being creative. They're not afraid of risks

health

What Do Hormones Have to Do with Kidney Health Differences Between Men and Women?

December 13, 2024

Did you know that men tend to get worse kidney problems faster than women? Let's dive into why that might be. Some scientists think sex hormones play a part in this. We'll look at how hormones might make a difference in how fast kidneys fail and why guys often see more severe outcomes. Plus, we'll e

business

2025 Economic Agenda: Inflation, Taxes, Tariffs, and Crypto

December 13, 2024

As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2025, the incoming Trump administration is set to shake up the economic landscape. Inflation, which has been gradually decreasing, is still a major concern. The Federal Reserve has begun cutting interest rates, but the question remains: will inflation stic

technology

Could Tariffs Make PS5 Pro 40% Pricier? Affordable Ways to Buy Now

December 13, 2024

President-elect Trump's tariff plans might hike video game console prices. The PS5 Pro could jump from $700 to $980 due to tariffs. Should you buy it now with a credit card or a buy now, pay later plan? Let's see if it's worth it! Tariffs could make the PS5 Pro 40% more expensive, says a study. If

politics

Why Trump's Trade and Immigration Policies Might Spoil Your Avocado Toast

December 11, 2024

Ever thought about what would happen if your favorite avocado toast became a luxury item? It's not just a far-fetched idea anymore. President Trump's trade and immigration policies could make that a reality. Back in 2018, when the U. S. slapped tariffs on several countries, they hit back. This raise