In Marblehead, school has been closed for four days straight due to a teachers' strike. The town's educators, represented by the Marblehead Education Association (MEA), are facing a fine of $50, 000 imposed by an Essex County Superior Court judge for defying the state's ban on public sector strikes.
Caroline Cai, the CEO of U. S. -based Pzena Investment Management, believes that now is the time to increase exposure to Chinese stocks. She argues that the risks are obvious to everyone, but the valuations are so low that investors are being compensated for taking on that risk. This perspective is
China's history is rich with ancient mathematical achievements, but modern math made its way to the country much later. The first university in China was established in 1895, and the first math department opened in 1913. Early in the 20th century, many Chinese students ventured to Europe, the US, an
In the bustling city of Zhuhai, a man decided to turn his personal despair into a horrific tragedy. Upset over his recent divorce, he drove his car into a crowd of people exercising at a sports complex. This sudden act of violence took the lives of 35 people and left many others injured. The man, wh
Ever wonder how some cells in your body can make you sick? Let’s talk about interleukin-17D (IL-17D). This tiny protein has been found in higher amounts in people with clogged arteries, known as atherosclerosis. Researchers decided to dig deeper into what IL-17D does in our bodies. They found that i
Imagine a world where medicine isn't just about trust but also about proof. Traditional Chinese medicine, especially Atractylodis Rhizoma (AR), is celebrated for its healing properties. However, purity is always a concern. Enter hyperspectral imaging, a tool that can swiftly spot adulterations in AR
In a twist of events, business owners around the corner where George Floyd was tragically killed in 2020 are taking legal action against the city of Minneapolis. They want the city to take over their properties and compensate them for losses. The businesses, including the former Cup Foods (now Unity
In the heart of Colorado Springs, a tiny bakery named Norma's Bakery was nearly shipwrecked after just one year of sailing. Its owners, Norma Torres Canales and Martin Gerardo Ortiz Ceja, were forced to reduce employee hours. The family-owned business was at risk of shutting down. Their daughter-in-
Wisconsin health officials are calling for people to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines before the holidays. They say only 22% of people have gotten a flu shot and 11% have received an updated COVID-19 shot. This is worrying because respiratory viruses like RSV usually spike this time of year. Dr.
Juan Soto, the standout outfielder, is at the center of Major League Baseball's (MLB) free agency storm. His talent, showcased by his impressive 2024 season and World Series ring, makes him a hot commodity. Teams like the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, and Blue Jays are vying for his attention, with meetin
