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India's medical schools are shaking things up with a new teaching method called competency-based medical education, or CBME for short. This isn't your typical classroom learning. Instead, it's all about gaining specific skills and knowledge. Imagine learning to ride a bike by actually riding one, no

politics

Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Trump: A Shaky Alliance

Mark Rutte, the NATO chief, had a chat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He suggested that Zelenskyy should consider mending fences with U. S. President Donald Trump. This came after a heated meeting between the two leaders. The disagreement was about how to handle Russia's ongoing invas

Can Sound Waves Even Out Leg Length?

Imagine being a kid with one leg shorter than the other. It's a challenge, but there's a new treatment called extracorporeal shockwave therapy, or ESWT for short. This method uses sound waves to tackle issues in muscles and bones. The big question is: Can it safely help kids whose bones are still gr

politics

Federal Workers' Fight for Jobs: A Battle for Rights

The U. S. Department of Agriculture is at the center of a heated debate. A government watchdog is pushing for the reinstatement of over 5, 000 probationary employees. These workers were let go, often with little explanation, as part of efforts to shrink the federal workforce. The Office of Special C

Growing Up Shortchanged

In many places around the world, children are living longer lives. However, this is not always a happy story. Many kids in low- and middle-income countries aren't growing or learning as they should. Two major issues are stunting and delayed early child development. Stunting is when kids don't reach

celebrities

Dolly Parton's Husband: The Inspiration Behind 'Jolene'

Dolly Parton's husband, Carl Dean, was more than just a supportive spouse. He was a muse for some of her most iconic songs. Their love story began in 1964 outside a Nashville laundromat. Carl was an asphalt paver, and Dolly was already making waves in the music industry. Years into their marriage,

technology

Face Magic: Making Virtual Makeup Look Real

Imagine putting on makeup that looks so real, you can't tell it's not actually there. That's the goal of a new technology called Dynamic Facial Projection Mapping (DFPM). This tech overlays computer-generated images onto human faces, creating an immersive experience. It's already being used in the m

crime

Unseen Forces: The Hidden Truth About Strangulation Murders Involving Women

Strangulation murders are more common than we think, especially when it comes to women. This is a big problem that doesn't get enough attention. A deep dive into 40 Google Scholar, 26 PubMed, and 4 manually found articles revealed that strangulation is a silent killer, often overlooked in the shad

Violence and Kids' Mental Health: What You Need to Know

Violent injuries can have a huge impact on a child's mental health. This is a big deal because kids who get hurt in violent ways are more likely to have mental health problems than those who get hurt in non-violent ways. This can lead to things like acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disor

Helping Survivors Heal: A New Approach to Support