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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Unclean Conditions Found at Multiple Boar’s Head Plants

Government inspectors have found unsanitary conditions in several Boar’s Head deli meat factories, not limited to the Virginia plant that was closed following a deadly outbreak of listeria. Reports from plants in Indiana, Arkansas, and Virginia detailed problems like meat residue on equipment, mold,

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Understanding Child Maltreatment Through Hospital Data in Germany

Germany faces a significant issue with child maltreatment. Hospital data plays a vital role in tackling this problem by helping to identify and support at-risk children and teens. However, there's a lack of systematic evaluation and classification of these hospital records. This piece aims to provid

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Measuring Balance with IMUs: How Many Do We Need?

Standing still might seem simple, but it's a complex balance act. Many health conditions can mess with this balance, making daily tasks tough. Researchers usually test balance in labs, but now there are affordable tools called inertial measurement units (IMUs) that can check balance in real life. Bu

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Jan 13 2025EDUCATION

Why Some French Students Choose Veggie Meals More Often

It's no secret that cutting down on meat is good for both people and the planet. University cafeterias, where millions of students eat daily, offer a great chance to encourage young folks to try meat-free meals. This study looked at why some students in a French university cafeteria picked vegetaria

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Jan 12 2025EDUCATION

Vermont's New School Meal Revolution: A Change Beyond Neoliberal Norms

In several states across the U. S. , including Vermont, a significant shift is happening in public schools: the introduction of Universal School Meals (USM) programs. These programs challenge the increasing grip of neoliberal ideas on education. What makes USM programs so interesting is their potent

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Jan 11 2025POLITICS

Trump's Words on Expansion: A European Perspective

President-elect Donald Trump's recent comments about expanding U. S. territory have sparked concern across Europe. He suggested that U. S. power should extend into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal. This has raised eyebrows, especially in Europe, where leaders are trying to convince Russia's V

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Bourbon Street's Safety Dilemma: Balancing Fun and Protection

New Orleans is grappling with a perennial question after a recent attack: How can Bourbon Street be made safe without losing its unique charm? The deadly truck attack has sparked debates about security measures, from banning cars to turning the area into a state park. Locals, like waiter Bryan Casey

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Jan 11 2025HEALTH

Health Care's New Face: Patients as Customers

Imagine walking into a store and seeing healthcare services lined up like products on shelves. That's what's happening these days. Patients are transforming into customers, using apps and online reviews to pick doctors and treatments. This shift has been happening over the last two decades, but the

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Jan 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

School Software Hack: Student Data at Risk?

Think of a big school software supplier, or maybe even one you use. Now imagine it got hacked, and some personal details were taken. That's just what happened. PowerSchool, a cloud-based platform for schools, got breached on December 28. Someone swiped two tables from their student info system, whic

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Jan 10 2025WEATHER

Winter Storm Closes Highways in Colorado

You might have heard that some highways in Colorado were closed recently due to snow. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) made the call to shut down parts of I-70 and CO-86 because driving conditions were too dangerous. The closures started in Aurora, where I-70 meets E-470, and extende

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