Medical schools produce many doctors yearly, but is their training enough? The current system relies heavily on textbooks and theory. However, real-life medical practice is far from a textbook scenario. Doctors need practical skills to handle patients effectively. The gap between theory and practic
Rhode Island is making moves to give more students a shot at a solid education and future job opportunities. The New England Technical Academy (NETA) is stepping up as a public charter high school, not a money-making venture. It's backed by the New England Institute of Technology, just like the Appr
The 2026 Critics Choice Awards, held in sunny Santa Monica, California, on January 4th, set the stage for what could be a thrilling Oscar season. Two films, "Sinners" and "Frankenstein, " stole the show, each taking home four awards. "Sinners" snagged the best young actor trophy for Miles Caton, whi
The Golden Globes are back, and this year's ceremony is shaping up to be a star-studded event. With big names like Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Ariana Grande in the running, it's clear that Hollywood's finest are ready to shine. The show kicks off at 8 p. m. Eastern time, and you can ca
The stock market had a wild ride recently, with some companies seeing huge gains while others took a big hit. Let's break it down. Zenas BioPharma, a biotech company, saw its stock drop by more than half after their new drug showed promise in trials. The drug, obexelimab, is meant to treat a rare d
New nurses stepping into critical care units often face a steep learning curve. This review aims to see if simulation training can make this transition smoother. By looking at different studies, it wants to find out how well these training methods work. The goal is to help new nurses feel more confi
Grayscale's Ethereum ETFs have just made history. They've paid out their first rewards to investors. This is a big deal because it's the first time a U. S. ETF has done this. The payout is small, just $0. 083178 per share. But it's a sign of things to come. These ETFs stake Ethereum, which means th
In 2025, the media's portrayal of bitcoin underwent a significant transformation. Instead of the usual negative headlines, reports became more balanced and fair. This shift wasn't due to a sudden love for bitcoin, but rather a growing tiredness of the same old criticisms. Environmental concerns, wh
Berks County saw a colder-than-usual December in 2025, with temperatures dipping below average for much of the month. The average temperature at Reading Regional Airport was 31. 7 degrees, which is 4 degrees lower than the usual 35. 7 degrees. This makes it the 34th coldest December in the past 130
The New Year kicks off with a fresh round of the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Week Poll, covering the period from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4. This time, ten athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the spotlight, showcasing their skills in boys and girls basketball, wrestling,
