Imagine a holiday gift-wrapped by lawmakers, tailored just for lobbyists. In Washington, over 13, 000 lobbyists are salivating over the chance to undo rules they didn't like. This sneaky trick is called the Congressional Review Act, which lets new leaders erase rules from the last few months of the
What makes a region develop economically in a high-quality way? This question is explored in a study that focuses on Chongqing's "One District, Two Groups" initiative from 2017 to 2021. By creating an index system with dimensions like economic vitality, coordinated growth, green development, and dig
"You probably hear the term 'STEM' a lot - it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. But what about STEAM? That extra 'A' is for Arts, and schools are beginning to see the benefits of adding it to the mix. Let's dive into this new approach and see why it's causing such a stir in educ
Ever wondered what makes some nurses stand out in their ability to provide compassionate care? A recent study set out to find if religion and professional experience can predict how spiritually intelligent nurses are. Spiritual intelligence, in simple terms, is the ability to understand and respond
In many developing countries, reducing poverty and lengthening life expectancy go hand in hand. While several studies have measured multidimensional poverty, fewer have explored how this affects life expectancy and early deaths. Let's delve into how living in multidimensional poverty impacts life sp
You’ve probably heard that shockwave therapy can help with Achilles tendon pain. But does it really work? Let's dig into a study that tried to find out. Researchers wanted to know if adding shockwave therapy to exercise could help people with insertional Achilles tendinopathy feel better and move ea
A powerful Russian general faced an untimely end recently. The general, known for his role in chemical warfare, was killed by a bomb planted on an electric scooter in Moscow. This sudden death was claimed by Ukraine, which had accused the general of using banned chemical weapons in their conflict. T
Hey there! Did you know that the U. S. population just hit 340 million? That's the fastest growth we've seen in decades. And guess what's driving this increase? Yep, you got it—international migration. Over 2. 8 million people moved to the U. S. between 2023 and 2024, making up a whopping 84% of the
The U. S. Congress is rushing toward a government shutdown after the House of Representatives, led by Republicans, failed to pass a funding plan backed by President-elect Donald Trump. The plan was opposed by almost all Democrats, who were frustrated and angry after Trump rejected an earlier biparti
Ever thought about why we say "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas"? It's not about ruining Christmas, but about including everyone. Some folks believe America was founded on Christianity, so Christmas should be the main holiday. But the truth is, our Constitution protects our right to celeb
