Violence is a big problem worldwide, and folks with severe mental illness are particularly at risk. In 2020, researchers at Butabika Hospital in Uganda studied this issue. They talked to 385 patients, aged 18 and above, using surveys to understand their experiences with violence in the past year. Th
Ever heard of a comedy-drama about a group of friends starting an escort business to save their family farm? Meet the Honey Boys, an upcoming English-language series based on the Israeli hit Johnny and the Knights of the Galilee. The story unfolds in Cornwall, where Ben, a struggling London actor, r
Meet the Optomagnetic Micromirror Arrays (OMA), a unique tool designed to figure out how stiff biomimetic materials are, even on a tiny, cellular level. Picture this: a 5. 1 by 7. 2 millimeter field filled with 50, 000 teeny-tiny magnetic mirrors, each with optical grating structures and coated with
From the age of six, Ivanka Trump was already being groomed to join the family business by her father, Donald Trump. He'd send her drawings of buildings, hinting at her future role. Though her childhood wasn't typical, it was loving. She knew the family's success in real estate was a big deal. After
Imagine walking through a mall on a Saturday morning, browsing through a kiosk filled with cute stuffed animals. That was what Aurora resident Michael Steinbarth was doing with his son. He had a clear view on why small businesses are so important. "They're like the backbone of our country, " he said
Ever wondered if forgiveness could boost your health? Scientists say yes, but it might depend on who you forgive. In a small study, researchers found that forgiving someone you care about could strengthen your immune system. They checked for Epstein-Barr virus antibodies, a sign of how well your imm
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
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
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
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
