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A Decade of Spotting Baby Health Issues Early

June 25, 2025

Ten years have passed since the International Journal of Neonatal Screening (IJNS) started its journey. It's now a big deal in the world of newborn health. This journal focuses on catching health problems in babies right after they're born. It's like a superhero for tiny humans, spotting issues befo

science

How the Brain Handles New Information: A Look at the Subcortex

June 25, 2025

The brain's ability to update information is a complex process. Recent studies have focused on the role of dopamine and the striatum in this process. Researchers used a special type of MRI, called 7 Tesla fMRI, to scan the brain while people performed a memory task. They found that when new informat

business

House Prices Take a Breather: What's Really Going On?

June 24, 2025

The housing market is finally showing signs of slowing down. After a wild ride during the pandemic, prices are starting to cool off. In April, home prices only went up by 2. 7% compared to the same time last year. That's a big drop from the 3. 4% increase seen in March. It's the smallest gain in alm

health

Hip Fracture Care: How Different Countries Handle It

June 24, 2025

Hip fractures are a big deal, especially for older folks. They can lead to serious health problems and even death. So, how do different countries handle this issue? Let's take a look at five high-income countries and see how they manage hip fracture care. First, it's important to understand what re

health

Diet and Gut Health: What's the Global Connection?

June 24, 2025

People around the world eat different foods. Some places have more stomach problems than others. Is there a link? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at what people eat in different regions. Then, they checked how many people have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common gut problem.

environment

Why Do Foreign Plants Thrive in the U. S. ?

June 24, 2025

Plants from other places often do better than local ones in the U. S. But why? Some say it's because they come from somewhere else. Others think it's because they grow quickly. A big study looked at over 11, 000 plant types in nearly 70, 000 spots across the country. It found that foreign plants usu

politics

Israel and Iran Clash: What's Really Going On?

June 23, 2025

Israel took action early Monday. They hit several spots in Tehran. This included Evin Prison and the Fordo nuclear site. Israel said they targeted places tied to Iran's government and security forces. The strikes hit command centers of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This group is

politics

Ukraine's Stand in Kursk: A Year of Resistance

June 22, 2025

Ukraine's military has been holding onto a piece of Russian territory in the Kursk region for nearly a year. This area, roughly 90 square kilometers, was seized during a surprise attack in August 2024. The commander-in-chief of Ukraine's forces, Oleksandr Syrsky, confirmed that despite Russia's clai

science

The Brain's Role in Aggression: What's Really Going On?

June 22, 2025

Aggressive behavior is a serious issue that affects both individuals and society as a whole. Recent research has started to uncover how certain chemicals in the brain might be linked to aggressive tendencies. However, the results from previous studies have been all over the place. To make sense of i

health

How Ready Are Health Workers to Help Pregnant Women Facing Abuse?

June 22, 2025

Health workers in the Western Pacific Region face a big challenge. They need to be ready to help pregnant women who are being hurt by their partners. This is a serious problem that affects many people. It's not just a personal issue; it's a big public health concern. The harm caused by this abuse is