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Jan 03 2025BUSINESS

executives' accounting skills and impairments

It turns out that how well executives understand accounting can make a big difference when it comes to goodwill impairment. Goodwill impairment is like when a company realizes that something it bought isn't worth as much as it thought. This study looked at companies in China from 2007 to 2022 that p

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Dec 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Media Big Shots Share 2025 Predictions: What Might Happen in Entertainment

Every year around the holiday season, media executives anonymously share their predictions for the upcoming year. Last year's forecasts weren't quite as accurate, but some predictions were partly true. For instance, Max and Disney teamed up, regional sports rights continued to be snatched up by TV s

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Snoring Kids: Impact on Brain Functions and Daily Life

Ever wondered how snoring affects kids? It turns out, mild sleep-disordered breathing (mSDB) can cause real problems. Research shows it's linked to both behavior issues and a lower quality of life (QOL). But there's more to explore. How do symptoms and daily life impact a child's ability to think an

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Do Exercise Boost Kids' Brain Power?

You might be wondering if running around and playing sports helps kids think better. Surprisingly, there's no clear answer yet! Scientists are still trying to figure out if daily physical activity and sports make a difference in how well kids can plan, focus, and remember things. This is what we cal

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Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Aren't More Women at the Top of Music Companies?

Female artists are dominating the charts, but high-ranking women in music companies are stepping down. This year, top labels like Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG) lost several female CEOs, including industry heavyweights like Michelle Jubelirer and Julie Greenwald. While the

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

The Money Maze of Healthcare

Have you ever wondered why healthcare feels so confusing? It might be because of how money moves around. Insurance companies are making a lot of money, but patients are often left feeling frustrated. Recently, there's been news about emergency services struggling. But it's not just one problem. We'v

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Dec 15 2024SCIENCE

How Working Memory Helps Kids Solve Puzzles

Kids grow up learning to figure things out in two main ways: inductive reasoning, where they make guesses based on what they see, and deductive reasoning, where they use rules to solve problems. Both of these skills depend on something called executive functions, which include working memory, inhibi

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Dec 09 2024BUSINESS

Big Companies Hire Protection After CEO Shooting

The tragic shooting of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson, has sparked a wave of action among major companies. To safeguard their top executives, businesses are now hiring protection managers. Just a few days after the incident, Amazon advertised for an executive protection manager. The job invo

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Dec 07 2024BUSINESS

Boosting Security After Shocking CEO Killing

The tragic killing of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, has prompted many businesses to step up their security measures. Some companies have temporarily closed their headquarters, while others have scrubbed their websites of executive photos. Companies across various industries are hiring mor

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Dec 07 2024SCIENCE

Learning to Adapt: How Mental Agility Helps Our Motor Skills

Have you ever tried to learn a new skill, like playing the piano or riding a bike? It's not just about physical practice; your brain plays a big role too. Scientists have discovered that our mental abilities, known as executive functions, can significantly impact how well we learn new motor skills.

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