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The Hidden Battle: Doctors on Colorectal Cancer Screening

December 30, 2024

Colorectal cancer is no joke – it's the third most common cancer globally and the second most common in Saudi Arabia. It's also the second leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. While its incidence is rising, high-income countries are seeing a decrease, thanks to effective screening programs. Bu

health

COVID-19 and Intimate Partner Violence: A Closer Look in India

December 29, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has made life tough in many ways, including a rise in intimate partner violence (IPV) globally. But in India, the picture isn't so clear. Some studies show an increase in IPV during lockdowns, while others don't. This makes it important to understand how COVID-19 exposure affec

crime

Exploring Measures for Tech-Based Sexual Abuse: A Review

December 29, 2024

These days, technology is everywhere. From smartphones to the internet, it's a part of our daily lives. But sadly, it's also being used to harm people in ways that are hard to track. We're talking about tech-facilitated sexual violence and abuse (TFSVA). This happens when people use digital tools to

health

Riyadh's Heart Health: What Adults Know and Believe About Heart Attacks

December 29, 2024

Heart attacks, especially those caused by blocked arteries, are quite common and can be deadly. A recent study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, wanted to find out how much adults knew about heart attack symptoms and risks. Researchers talked to lots of people, from college students to older adults, who live

finance

IT Education Firm TCTM Faces Money Woes Despite Revenue Bump

December 28, 2024

TCTM Kids IT Education Inc. , a company focused on teaching tech skills to kids, is going through a tough financial time. Even though their earnings went up, they've seen a big drop in their overall assets and current debts from June 2024 to December 2023. This means they're facing some serious mone

health

Trace Elements and Autism: A Closer Look

December 28, 2024

Did you know that certain trace elements in our body might play a role in autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? A study in China found that kids with ASD had different levels of manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), and selenium (Se) compared to typically developing kids. The kids with ASD had lower zin

sports

Legendary Broadcaster Greg Gumbel Passes Away at 78

December 28, 2024

On Friday, the world of sports said goodbye to one of its greats, Greg Gumbel. At 78, Gumbel ended his journey after a long battle with cancer. Known for his voice in countless NFL games, including two Super Bowls, and his significant role in CBS's March Madness coverage, Gumbel left an indelible ma

finance

Yellen Warns: US Debt Limit Looms

December 28, 2024

Hey there, let's talk about something important happening in the US right now. Janet Yellen, the Treasury secretary, just sent a letter to Congress saying we're about to hit our debt limit. That's the amount of money the government can borrow. Yellen said they'll start using some special tricks to k

business

Small Businesses Get a Break: Court Halts Reporting Rule

December 27, 2024

In a recent turn of events, the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has stepped in to help small businesses. The court has decided to temporarily block a rule that would have required small businesses to report information about their owners. This rule, part of the Corporate Transparency Ac

health

Violence and Crack Use: How Gender Plays a Role in Brazil

December 27, 2024

Violence, both at home and in public, is a real issue among those who rely on crack cocaine in Brazil. Researchers wanted to understand howusers of crack deal with domestic violence, how often they face public violence, and how being male or female affects these situations. They focused on whether t