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Sanctuary Cities Under Fire: Mayors Defend Policies in Tense Hearing

March 5, 2025

Four big-city mayors found themselves in the hot seat on Capitol Hill. Republicans had summoned them to defend their sanctuary city policies. These policies are designed to protect undocumented immigrants. The hearing was intense, with Republicans accusing these cities of being safe havens for crimi

technology

Apple's New Chip Strategy: What's the Deal with the M3 Ultra?

March 5, 2025

Apple just gave the Mac Studio a big update. They added a new chip to the high-end model called the M3 Ultra. This chip is a huge step up from the old M2 Ultra. It has more cores for handling tasks and can manage more memory. This means it can handle more tasks at once and do them faster. The lower-

science

The Role of Oxidized Lipids in Cell Membrane Disruption

March 5, 2025

Oxidative stress is a common occurrence in both healthy and diseased cells. It leads to the formation of oxidized truncated phospholipids, which can mess up the cell membrane and potentially cause cell death. But how exactly do these oxidized lipids do this? And does the environment around the cell,

health

Are Clinical Coders Ready for the ICD-11 Transition?

March 5, 2025

The world of healthcare is constantly evolving, and with it, the tools and systems used to classify diseases. The International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision (ICD-11), is the latest update, and it's a big deal. Why? Because the accuracy of clinical coding directly affects patient care an

science

Unmasking Iron's Secrets in Glass

March 5, 2025

Imagine trying to figure out how iron behaves in glass. It's not easy, especially because glass is messy and unpredictable. Iron can exist in different forms, each with its own set of charges, shapes, and spins. This makes it hard to pin down exactly what's happening. Scientists have been u

health

Are Two Implants Better Than One for Fixing Broken Legs?

March 5, 2025

When it comes to fixing broken legs, specifically fractures at the bottom of the thighbone, doctors have been using either one or two implants. A recent study dug into whether using two implants is worth the extra effort and cost. The study used a special model to figure out if one implant or two im

health

Why Do Bones Break Again After Fixing Them?

March 5, 2025

Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them prone to fractures. One common issue is when the spine's vertebrae break, known as osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF). Doctors often use a procedure called percutaneous vertebral augmentation (PVA) to fix these breaks. PVA

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Spine Fractures in Kids: The Surprising Trends

March 4, 2025

Spine fractures in kids are rare but can be serious. The spine of a child is different from an adult's. It's more flexible and can bend more. This means kids can get different types of spine fractures than adults. These fractures can happen in the middle or lower back, known as the thoracic and lumb

politics

Sanctuary Cities Under the Spotlight

March 4, 2025

Four major cities in the United States are in the hot seat. Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York are being scrutinized for their sanctuary policies. These policies limit how much these cities help with federal immigration enforcement. The mayors of these cities are set to face questions from a c

politics

Boston's Mayor Faces Tough Questions in Washington

March 4, 2025

Boston's Mayor, Michelle Wu, is traveling to Washington to speak in front of a House committee. She will talk about Boston's immigration policies and how the city handles immigration enforcement. This is a big deal because Wu is expected to face a lot of opposition from Republicans on the committee.