Ever wondered how China is trying to bridge the gap between cities and villages? One way is through the "new-type urbanization" (NTU) and "rural revitalization" (RR) plan. This isn't your typical growth story; it's about creating a new urban-rural relationship. Researchers used something called the
A man found himself in a sticky situation while flying from San Francisco to Manila. He was seated in business class on United Airlines Flight 189 when another passenger decided to relieve himself—right onto him. The man, Jerome Gutierrez, was asleep when this happened. He woke up to find himself dr
Let's dive into how our thoughts and feelings can greatly impact how ready we are for disasters, especially in places like the mountainous regions of China. Researchers have been looking at the link between our minds and how well we prepare for four different kinds of disaster situations. They've al
In today's fast-paced business world, adaptability is key. Companies that can't keep up with changes might get left behind. Digital finance is a big part of this. Some businesses are ahead in this transformation, while others struggle. A recent study showed that 56% of business leaders think being f
Did you know that not being clued up on finances might be the reason doctors aren't following the rules when it comes to diagnosing deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? In Hungary, researchers looked into how doctors make decisions about testing for DVT under their universal health coverage system. They foun
Mayor Adams has found a replacement for the previous hate crimes prevention chief, who was fired back in April. The new boss, Vijah Ramjattan, comes with a unique set of skills from his background in mental health and community work. With over a decade of experience in helping marginalized communiti
Imagine piglets going through a tough transition after weaning. Diarrhea and weak immunity are common challenges they face. A recent study dived into how plant polysaccharides from Isatidis root (IRP) could lend a helping hand. Researchers fed IRP to 40 healthy piglets in varying amounts and observe
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has a clear view: life on Earth has improved in many ways over the past 50 years. Things like infant deaths, global literacy, and poverty rates have all gone down. But there's a big exception: the natural world. It's been hurt by pollution and overuse. Amazon, Bezo
Imagine a bunch of experts looking at an elephant. A biologist sees a big, gray creature. A foot specialist recommends treatment for its toenails. A climate expert is too busy studying the grass to notice the elephant. Now, Elon Musk steps in, saying we should focus on tech breakthroughs like quantu
China's planning to tighten exports on tech used in electric vehicles (EVs). They want to control the sale of equipment needed to make key minerals like lithium and gallium. This move comes as a response to the US placing restrictions on semiconductor exports. The goal? To keep a grip on the global
