NES

Nov 30 2024BUSINESS

Small Business Owners Brace for More Tariffs

As President Trump proposes new tariffs, small business owners are scrambling to protect their companies. Many are worried these higher tariffs could make things even tougher than before. Experts disagree with Trump's claims that his previous tariffs created jobs and didn't cause inflation. Analysts

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024BUSINESS

Why Small Businesses Deserve Our Shopping Dollar year-round

It’s not just about Black Friday and Cyber Monday anymore—Small Business Saturday is making a splash! Born in 2010 by American Express and co-sponsored by the United States Small Business Administration since 2011, this shopping day puts the spotlight on local businesses. They're the heart of commun

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024CRIME

Assessing Legal Professionals' Knowledge on Age and False Memories

Imagine you're a detective in a small town. You're investigating a case where a young girl saw her mother's murder. You're trying to figure out if her memory is real or if she's just recalling something she was told. A study asked real legal professionals like judges, lawyers, and police officers to

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024HEALTH

Parents' Awareness of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Guangzhou

Hand, foot, and mouth disease, or HFMD, is a common illness among kids. It's important for parents to know about it to keep their little ones safe. In Guangzhou, a study looked into what parents know (knowledge), think (attitude), and do (practices) about HFMD. It also checked if their backgrounds a

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

Flight Pollution Lawsuit Takes Off at Seattle Airport

Ever wondered how airplane pollution might affect your health? Well, Seattle residents are asking the same question. A big lawsuit just started, and it's pointing fingers at Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines. The problem? Air pollution around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Who's maki

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Sad Farewell: Bob Bryar, Former My Chemical Romance Drummer, Dies at 44

Bob Bryar, the former drummer of the popular rock band My Chemical Romance, passed away at his Tennessee home on Wednesday, just before Thanksgiving. He was 44 years old. The news was confirmed by authorities to TMZ, who reported that no foul play was suspected. Bob's body was discovered badly decom

reading time less than a minute
Nov 30 2024SPORTS

Daniel Jones: New Beginnings, New Goals

Daniel Jones has signed with the Vikings, and he’s eager to make a difference. After being let go by the Giants, Jones is ready to hit the ground running with his new team. He understands that catching up with the Vikings' offense is his top priority. "It's all on me to get up to speed quickly, " Jo

reading time less than a minute
Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Young Hearts, Old Genes: Unraveling Heart Disease's Surprise Clues

Imagine this: heart attacks aren't just something to worry about when you're older. They can happen to young people too, and scientists are exploring if our genes hold the key to spotting these early risks. Specifically, they're zeroing in on heart attacks that strike before age 55 in men and 60 in

reading time less than a minute
Nov 29 2024SCIENCE

Cooking Up Lactones: A Green Chemistry Breakthrough

Imagine you're in a lab, mixing a few simple ingredients together in one pot. Now, zap it with some microwave heat, and voila! You've just made a batch of lactones, including the important chemical γ-valerolactone. This isn't some magical trick, but a clever method using sodium borohydride and micro

reading time less than a minute
Nov 29 2024BUSINESS

Pyramid Analytics Lands Major BlackRock Investment

Pyramid Analytics, a top player in AI-driven data analysis, has bagged a hefty $50 million from investment giant BlackRock. This follows a nod from Gartner for their modern analytics platform. What sets them apart is their user-friendly system, which has even piqued the interest of heavyweights like

reading time less than a minute