IES

Advertisement
Feb 10 2025BUSINESS

China's Marriage Crisis: The Numbers Don't Lie

China's marriage rates have hit an all-time low, and this isn't a good sign. The latest data shows that only 6. 1 million couples got married last year, which is a big drop from the previous year. This is the lowest number since records began in 1986. The government has been trying to boost

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Voters Face a Tough Choice

Ecuador’s voters have a big decision to make before this election! There will be a runoff on April 13 for the country’s presidency, pitting current president Daniel Noboa against Luísa González. Both of these candidates have managed to beat out fourteen other hopefuls, so it is a huge deal.

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Breaking Barriers: Female Nurses in Türkiye

Picture this: a country where old-fashioned ideas about men and women's roles are still strong. This is the reality in Türkiye, where female nurses face unique challenges. These challenges aren't just about their jobs; they're about deeply rooted societal expectations. Women in Türkiye are

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

How to Defend Taiwan's Crabs: The Borax Battle

Ants are a worldwide disruptor. Longlegged ants are making Taiwan's forests crumble. Scientists feel new hope, with a new type of weapon against them. The problem? Basically, this ant is going on a killing spree, leaving many native species dead. They are like bullies of the fo

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025SCIENCE

Flies in Flux: How Wiggly Temps Affect Mediterranean Fruit Fly Survival

Imagine trying to raise a bunch of flies indoors. Seems weird, right? Well, scientists have been doing it for years to study pests and create better bug control methods. Normally, they keep the temperature steady, thinking it's best for the bugs. But hold up! The real world isn't like that. So, they

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Saffron: A Surprising Ally Against Brain Injuries

TBI can result from vehicle collisions, sports accidents or combat and this injury can cause death. TBI can also affect the bank accounts of those affected and the government. It can be broken down into two major phases: 1. The primary phase: things that occur immediately after the injury or conc

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Can Large Language Models Pass Surgical Exams?

Imagine trying to pass a surgical exam with the help of a computer. A recent study asked just that. These computers are known as large language models (LLMs). They have been trained to understand and generate human language. Lately, these models have been given the ability to process images as well

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Pennies: Trump's latest attempt to save a buck

It's no secret that governments love to find places to save money, and Trump is no exception. But the focus on the penny is not the first time and it won't be the last. The penny has been a hot topic for a while, and some people have already expressed their opinions. Trump recently brought this top

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Trump Stubbling EV Charging Stations, Can They Still Run?

Recent moves by the Trump administration to slow down the electric car charging infrastructure might block the government from using funds. The plan was to direct states to stop EV charging infrastructure projects, using funds allocated under the former president Joe Biden. Trump has described this

reading time less than a minute
Feb 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Anora: The Surprise Contender of the Awards Season

Who would have thought? A quirky comedy from Brooklyn has suddenly become the talk of the town. In a surprising twist, a movie named "Anora" won the big prizes at the recent Producers Guild Awards and Directors Guild Awards. This win has made it the hot favorite for the Oscar's. Until now, the Osca

reading time less than a minute