In a recent project, a group of researchers set out to see if a tool used to measure religious beliefs could work for Portuguese people. This tool is known as the Religious Orientation Scale: Revised or ROS-R. It's a way to understand how people connect with their faith. The researchers gathered a
The House Judiciary Committee Democrats are digging into a controversial move by the Trump administration. They are looking into the decision to freeze funding for hundreds of organizations that help crime victims and run safety programs. This all started when CBS News reported that the Justice Depa
The Seattle 2025 Worldcon is facing a stir, not because of the Hugo Awards, but due to a different issue. The event, where the Hugos are given out every year, is in hot water over the use of AI. Three important people have quit their jobs because of this. They want everyone to know that the Hugos we
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has made a controversial move. They decided to limit the money they give to universities for research. This money, known as indirect costs, covers things like equipment and infrastructure. The NSF claims this will make the funding process more efficient and tran
A significant shift occurred in the world of higher education when a top official announced that Harvard University would no longer receive federal grants. This decision came after weeks of tension between the Trump administration and several prestigious universities, including Harvard. The core iss
The Independent Film Company (IFC) has undergone a significant transformation. This change is part of a broader effort to strengthen its position within AMC Networks. The company has been around for 25 years and is based in New York. The new name for the parent company is IFC Entertainment Group.
In a bold move, legal representatives from 19 states and Washington, D. C. , have taken the Trump administration to court. They are fighting against deep cuts to the U. S. Health and Human Services agency. The states argue that these cuts have harmed essential health programs and left them to deal
The Latino community in Santa Clara County faces serious health challenges. These issues are not new, but a recent health assessment has brought them into sharp focus. The report highlights that Latinos in the county experience higher rates of gun violence, obesity, and deaths from diabetes and hear
The Trump administration has been quietly waging a battle against higher education institutions, particularly the Ivy League schools. This conflict is part of a broader strategy to reshape the landscape of American universities. Harvard University, for instance, has been a significant target. The sc
The study of how molecules interact in space is a big deal in astrophysics and astrochemistry. The focus is on the weak bonds between methane and other molecules. This is especially true for Titan, Saturn's moon, which has an atmosphere full of these molecular pairs. The goal is to fill in the bl
