The Social Security Administration (SSA) is facing significant changes that could impact millions of Americans who rely on it for benefits. The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, has closed at least 10 field offices across the country. This move, along with the elimination of key
Imagine this: thousands of federal employees, many just starting their careers, suddenly find themselves out of a job. This isn't some dystopian movie plot; it's a real situation unfolding in the federal government. Over 200, 000 workers hired in the past year are in the hot seat, with many facing u
Ukraine might just have a hidden treasure. It's not gold or jewels, but minerals that are super important for tech and industry. These include rare earth metals like lithium and cobalt, which are key for rechargeable batteries in our phones and electric cars. Plus, there's scandium for making alum
The ability to sense your ankle's position is crucial for balance and movement. This skill, known as ankle joint position sense (JPS), changes as we age. Researchers wanted to understand how this sense changes throughout life. They tested 158 people, from kids to seniors, using two different tasks.
Imagine trying to communicate complex medical ideas using a set of predefined terms. That's what healthcare professionals do every day. With the rise of digital health records, the need for clear and consistent communication has become even more important. Enter SNOMED Clinical Terms, or SNOMED CT f
Microsoft is getting ready for a big change in the world of AI. They are preparing their servers to handle the next big thing from OpenAI, which is expected to be a game-changer. The new model, GPT-4. 5, is said to be much more powerful than its predecessor, GPT-4. It has been codenamed Orion and is
Biomarkers are like secret codes that our bodies use to send messages about our health. Scientists are always on the hunt for new ways to decode these messages. One exciting area of research is cancer detection. Researchers are looking into things like cfDNA, fecal miRNA, and mitochondrial pathways
A federal judge in San Francisco recently stepped in to halt the mass firings of federal probationary employees. This decision came as a relief to labor unions and organizations who had sued to stop the Trump administration’s aggressive workforce reduction plans. The judge’s ruling specifically targ
A judge in San Francisco made a significant ruling. He stopped the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) from telling other federal agencies to fire their new employees. This decision could mean that some agencies might have to pause their plans to let go of many new workers right away. The judge, W
The Trump administration has set a deadline of March 13 for agencies to finalize plans to reduce their workforce through layoffs. The upcoming layoffs are separate from the mass firings of probationary employees. This means that around 25, 000 workers have already been removed from their positions.
