The Brazilian Congress is made up of two parts: the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies. Both are crucial for making laws in Brazil. Researchers have been using complex networks to study how these groups work. Most studies have focused on the Chamber of Deputies, leaving the Senate largely unexplored
The gaming world is buzzing with anticipation for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, fans in the U. S. and Canada are in for a wait. Pre-orders, initially set for April 9, 2025, have been pushed back. This delay is due to new tariffs announced by the U. S. president. The tariffs affect imports from
Spinal injuries from trauma cause serious health problems and affect many people. They also have a big impact on families and society. A recent study looked at the costs of treating these injuries in Australia. It compared the current way of doing things with a new, improved method. The improved
Iowa is a major player in the agriculture industry. More than 85% of the state is dedicated to farming. This makes it a prime spot to study how farming affects local waterways. A recent study looked at small, shallow streams across the state. It focused on pollutants that are becoming a global issue
The United States is a major destination for refugees seeking a new life. Among them, Indiana is home to the third-largest community of Burmese refugees. Many of these families have college-age children. They want to help their kids thrive in this new environment. A study looked into how these stude
BlackRock's first quarter of 2025 was a tale of two outcomes. On one hand, the company's earnings per share exceeded expectations, showing a strong performance in a tough market. On the other hand, the total assets under management fell short of predictions, reflecting the broader market's struggles
The kidneys are crucial organs, and any issues with them can be serious. One unusual case involved a 77-year-old man who experienced sudden, sharp pain in his side. Doctors quickly sprang into action. They used a CT scan to get a closer look. The scan showed a large, oddly shaped growth with thi
Diego Lopes is a professional mixed martial artist. He is known for his resilience and positive attitude. He recently lost a fight at UFC 314. The event took place at Kaseya Center in Miami. He lost to Alexander Volkanovski in the main event. It was a close fight, but the judges gave the win to Volk
Anal cancer is on the rise, and it's a big problem for gay men who are HIV positive. The number of cases is growing fast, and things might get worse in the near future. These men face a much higher risk of developing anal cancer than the rest of the population. The disease usually starts with a high
Plants need nutrients to grow, but what happens when these nutrients come from sewage sludge? Spring barley, a common cereal crop, was studied to see how it absorbs copper and zinc from soil mixed with digested sewage sludge. The focus was on the zone near the plant's roots and how these metals be
