In the summer of 2023, a young doctor in Kobe City, Japan, took his own life. He was a resident in internal medicine. He had worked 236 hours of overtime in just one month. This tragic event shone a spotlight on the harsh realities faced by young doctors in Japan. The culture of 'passion pay' in Jap
In recent years, apple growers in Northern Italy have faced a new challenge. The usual suspects, fungi from the Acutatum complex, have been causing more trouble than ever before. These fungi are notorious for Apple Bitter Rot, a disease that has traditionally hit apples post-harvest. However, now it
People with disabilities often face unfair treatment in healthcare. This is especially true when it comes to physical therapy. The issue is that many physical therapists aren't trained to understand and address ableism. Ableism is when people with disabilities are treated unfairly because of their c
Lymphedema is a common issue that breast cancer survivors face. It can significantly affect their daily lives. The good news is, there are ways to reduce the risk. However, there isn't a set way to teach survivors about these methods. Many survivors have false beliefs about what causes lymphedema
Large language models (LLMs) are powerful tools used in healthcare. They help with tasks like diagnosing diseases and suggesting treatments. However, there's a big problem. These models can have hidden biases. This means they might not work as well for people of different races and ethnicities. This
Larry Fink, a prominent figure in the investment world, recently shared his thoughts on how nationalistic policies in the US could affect inflation. He believes that these policies, such as deporting workers, could lead to higher prices in the coming months. This isn't just about economics; it's abo
In a surprising turn of events, a delivery driver from California walked away with a massive $50 million after a hot tea spill from a Starbucks drive-through. Michael Garcia's life took a dramatic turn when he was severely burned by a venti-sized tea in February 2020. The incident left him with perm
A recent legal battle has put a halt to a controversial plan by the Trump administration. The Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a wartime law, was set to be used for mass deportations of Venezuelan immigrants. This law allows the US to detain and remove people deemed a threat without following the usual le
In the shadows of the United States, a silent invasion is underway. Tren de Aragua (TdA), a notorious Foreign Terrorist Organization, has been quietly infiltrating the country. This group, with its thousands of members, is more than just a criminal enterprise; it's a well-oiled machine of chaos, ope
The Trump administration is thinking about putting new travel restrictions on citizens from many countries. This isn't just a small list. We're talking about 41 countries, split into three groups. The first group of 10 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Cuba, and North Korea, would face
