Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, faced tough questions during her confirmation hearing for attorney general. She was picked by President-elect Donald Trump and had to prove she could be independent from the White House. Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee weren’t so sure. They
When mothers have children, their work prospects can change, which affects their pay and highlights gender inequalities. In Finland, mothers can choose how long to take childcare leave, with varying financial benefits. A study used Finnish data and workplace comparisons to see how this choice impact
Imagine you're a kid growing up with scoliosis, a curve in your spine. Surgeons can use a method called vertebral body tethering (VBT) to fix it. This study looked into how well VBT works for boys and girls. The researchers thought that after two years, both genders would have similar results. Let's
Sometimes, things aren't what they seem. Take Chief Justice John Roberts, for example. Many probably thought he was a political puppet after he helped out a certain former president in a high-profile legal case. But hold on a moment! Looks can be deceiving. Let’s dig into what really happened. Chie
Hitchhiking is often depicted as dangerous, especially when it comes to sexual homicides. But have you ever wondered why? Researchers have just started to dig into this topic, comparing hitchhiking victims with those involved in sex work. The results? Offenders see hitchhikers as easy targets for ab
Have you ever thought about what happens at the end of life for people with intellectual disabilities, especially those from minority groups? It's a topic that's not often talked about, but it's crucial. These individuals often face barriers to getting the palliative care they need, and their last d
Did you know that female nurses played a significant role during the American Civil War? But what about after the war ended? This period, known as the postwar period, is often overlooked. It was a time of emotional turmoil and mental adjustment for many people. Let's dive into this lesser-known sto
Kylie Kelce, wife of former Eagles player Jason Kelce and mother of four girls, is making waves with her podcast and her bold stance on feminism. She’s not afraid to speak her mind, especially when it comes to gender bias. She's proud of her all-girl family and has no time for people who think she n
Forget CES 2025, the real buzz is about Nintendo's next console update. According to insiders, January 16 could be the big day. But don't hold your breath for a massive keynote. Instead, expect bits of info leaking out like a Nintendo Direct. Here's what we know so far: the Switch 2 will definitely
Over the past five years, emergency medical services (EMS) have seen some shifts in how they respond to kids with firearm injuries. We're talking about kids and teens aged 0-19. Let's break down what's changed from 2018 to 2022. First off, EMS crews are dealing with more firearm injuries among kids
