Alibaba, China's big name in e-commerce, entertainment, and tech, saw its revenues go up by 5% to about $33. 7 billion in the recent quarter. This was the result of a 63% jump in net profits to $6. 25 billion. But it's not all straightforward - some of this boost came from changes in the value of th
Doug Burgum, the governor of North Dakota, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Interior Department. This department manages the nation’s public lands and waters, and Burgum is expected to play a significant role in shaping energy policies. As a governor from a state rich in oil and
Ever noticed your dog's skin flaking off like dry leaves? This isn't just a fur issue; it's a dermatological mystery! Dogs' scales, made of old skin cells, can be a sign of something deeper. As vets, we must sniff out the root cause to give the right treatment. One pup's journey began with a prescr
Imagine you're the president, and you really want someone to fill a big job in your team, like the attorney general. Normally, you'd need the Senate's okay, but there's a trick called recess appointments. This is like a special power presidents have to fill jobs when the Senate isn't working. Donald
Have you ever pondered how tiny passageways in our cells allow essential substances to pass through? These are known as ion channels, and they play a crucial role in our body's functioning. Scientists are attempting to mimic these channels in laboratories using a method called biomimicry. By studyin
In the Philippines, the need for better drug addiction treatment and rehabilitation services has been growing. To address this, the Department of Health (DOH) has introduced a new residential treatment model called INTREPRET. This model has been integrated into 21 existing DOH-owned Treatment and Re
Caroline Cai, the CEO of U. S. -based Pzena Investment Management, believes that now is the time to increase exposure to Chinese stocks. She argues that the risks are obvious to everyone, but the valuations are so low that investors are being compensated for taking on that risk. This perspective is
Imagine having a tiny, smart tool that can target cancer cells with precision and efficiency. That's what porphyrin-based nanoscale metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are doing in the world of cancer treatment. These tiny structures are like superheroes, combining the powers of photodynamic therapy and
Donald Trump, who will soon begin his second term as president, has decided to fill key positions in the US Justice Department with his criminal defense lawyers. Todd Blanche, one of his lawyers, has been chosen as the deputy attorney general. His role will include managing daily functions of the de
Rathke's cleft cysts (RCCs) can be tricky, especially when they come back after surgery. These cysts are small pockets of fluid that can form in your brain's pituitary gland. When they cause problems like headaches or vision issues, doctors often turn to surgery. But which surgery works best? A tea
