Huntington Beach, a bustling coastal city in California, has made a big move against the state's immigration policies. The city has passed a resolution to work closely with federal agencies like Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), aiming to tackle migrant crime. This goes against the 2017 law
Voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) is still a hurdle in many places. To increase VMMC, creative ways are needed. A study in Malawi looked at three strategies: intensive health education, SMS/phone tracing, and transport reimbursement. The study wanted to know if these methods were acceptable
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a worldwide health issue. It's a non-medical practice that involves removing parts of the female genitalia. To understand the factors influencing when girls undergo FGM, researchers in Ethiopia analyzed data from the 2016 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey (ED
Costco shareholders recently voted to keep the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies intact. This move comes amidst a wave of companies scaling back their DEI efforts, often citing legal concerns. The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank, proposed
Ever wondered how wage gaps changed over time in ancient China? Let's dive into the story from the Han Dynasty in 202 BCE to the Qing Dynasty in 1912 CE. We'll use historical records of government salaries, prices, and farm productivity to see how much officials and peasants earned. By comparing the
Ever wondered what keeps some people moving while others prefer the couch? Physical activity starts way before we hit the gym—it begins in the womb and doesn't stop until our last breath. Doctors advise regular activity for a healthy life, but why do some people struggle to get moving? Scientists ha
It was a rollercoaster of events as Storm Éowyn, named after the fierce heroine from Tolkien's tales, hit Ireland and Scotland. Forecasters raised a red alert, warning of danger to life, as blistering winds reached up to 114 mph (183 kph). People were advised to stay indoors, and many did, but sadly
On Thursday, the S&P 500 reached new heights, climbing by 0. 53% and closing at 6, 118. 71, its highest point ever. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also jumped, gaining 408. 34 points to hit 44, 565. 07. The Nasdaq Composite followed suit, inching up by 0. 22% to 20, 053. 68. This marked the fourth
Costco is taking a strong stance against a shareholder proposal that wants the company to assess the risks of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. This proposal, pushed by the conservative think tank National Center for Public Policy Research, argues that Costco's DEI efforts could
In the scenic town of Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, something unusual happened. A bear, not acting like bears usually do, attacked a man named Andrew Neirer. The Pennsylvania Game Commission confirmed that the bear had rabies. This is not common for bears, as they usually mind their own business. Andrew
