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Guns and Laws: What Research Tells Us

December 12, 2024

Ever thought about how gun laws affect our communities? Researchers from RAND have been looking into this. Their recent study, now in its fourth edition, checks out 18 different state firearm laws. They want to see how these laws impact things like gun injuries, violent crimes, suicides, and even th

politics

Ohio Lawmaker Wants to Make Flag Planting a Crime

December 12, 2024

Imagine a world where planting a flag on the football field could land you in jail. That's the vision of an Ohio politician who's had enough of flag-planting antics in sports. Republican state Rep. Josh Williams is proposing a bill to make this act a felony in the state. His idea comes after a chaot

health

Digital Health Companies: Scaling Up in a Regulated World

December 12, 2024

Digital health technologies (DHTs) have surged over the last decade, boosted by advancements like electronic health records and the COVID-19 pandemic. More funding and regulatory backing have also fueled this growth. Yet, many DHT companies hit roadblocks when trying to expand. For instance, Pear Th

technology

TikTok Takes Canada to Court Over Shutdown Order

December 11, 2024

TikTok has decided to fight back against Canada's decision to make it shut down its business in the country. The company filed a case in Vancouver's Federal Court on December 5, hoping to overturn the government's order. Why did Canada do this? Because of concerns about national security, linked to

health

How Has Teen Smoking Changed Over Time? A Global Look

December 11, 2024

Ever wondered how teen smoking habits have shifted? Researchers explored this by examining data from 23 countries, focusing on teens aged 13-15. They aimed to understand how smoking prevalence has changed over time and what factors influence these trends. First, let's talk about the countries. They

entertainment

Jeremy Allen White Joins 'The Mandalorian' Movie as Jabba's Son

December 11, 2024

Get ready for a new face in the Star Wars galaxy! Jeremy Allen White, known for his roles in 'The Bear' and 'Shameless', is set to voice Rotta the Hutt, the son of the notorious crime lord Jabba the Hutt, in the upcoming 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' movie. Rotta first made an appearance in the 2008 ani

crime

Amazon's Criminal Takeover: Gangs Spread Faster than Ever

December 11, 2024

In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, a dark shadow is spreading. Organized crime groups are making their way into more cities than ever before. A new report tells us that in 2024, these gangs were active in over a third of the municipalities in Brazil's vast Amazon region. That's 260 out of 772 to

sports

Brandon Graham: Misjudged Jalen Hurts and A. J. Brown's Relationship

December 11, 2024

Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham recently walked back some of his comments about the relationship between quarterback Jalen Hurts and wide receiver A. J. Brown. During his weekly radio show on WIP, Graham suggested that personal issues between the two players might be affecting their on-field per

education

Mastering Teaching: Overcoming Challenges with Threshold Concepts

December 11, 2024

Becoming a Master Clinical Teacher is no easy task. While there’s plenty of talk about what great clinical teachers do well, not much is said about the hurdles they face. Enter Threshold Concepts, a theory that helps spot the tricky parts of learning. By applying this theory, we can shine a light on

health

Canada's Anesthesia Journey: Past, Present, and Future

December 11, 2024

In December 2024, the spotlight turned on Canada's anesthesia field. This special issue didn't shy away from tough topics. It tackled human resource challenges head-on, highlighting the struggles professionals face daily. But it wasn't all doom and gloom. The issue also celebrated the giants of the