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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

The Fight for a Publicly Funded Religious School

Imagine a school that's both online and Catholic, serving students across Oklahoma. That's what's at the heart of a big legal battle heading to the Supreme Court. The school, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, wants to use public money. But does that break the rule about keeping church

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Jan 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Turner's POV: A Fresh Look at 'Nickel Boys'

In the movie "Nickel Boys, " director RaMell Ross did something unique. Instead of the usual camera angles, he decided to show the story from one character's point of view – Turner, played by Brandon Wilson. This isn't just a fancy trick. It means the camera, operated by Sam Ellison, sticks with Tur

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

When Second Radiation Works for Kids with Brain Tumors

In the field of medical science, doctors have found a new approach to treating brain tumors in children. This method involves giving radiation therapy twice. You might be thinking, "Why would they do that? " Well, there's a reason behind it. Doctors have seen that sometimes, radiation therapy doesn'

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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

Trump's Pardons: Judges Speak Out

Former and current federal judges have strongly criticized President Trump's pardons for over 1500 people involved in the January 6 Capitol attack. They argue that these pardons are an abuse of power and could be considered a "high crime" worthy of impeachment. Judge Amy Berman Jackson highlighted t

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Nutrition and Dialysis: Dangerous Dance

Malnutrition is a silent enemy for patients on hemodialysis. A study in Palestine set out to figure out what boosts the risk of malnutrition in these patients. They chatted with 188 people getting hemodialysis at a hospital in Nablus, asking about their life, health, and diet. One in four were malno

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

How Exercise Helps College Students Beat Self-Doubt

Have you ever felt like you don't measure up to your peers? Many college students do. A recent study delved into how physical exercise can help combat these feelings of inferiority. Researchers found that exercise not only directly boosts your mood but also indirectly enhances your resilience throug

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

Judge Halts Trump's Plan to End Citizenship for Kids Born in US

On Thursday, a Seattle federal judge halted President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship. Judge John Coughenour, appointed by Ronald Reagan, blocked the president's executive order, calling it "blatantly unconstitutional. " The order faced opposition from four Democratic-led states

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Why Occupational Therapists Face Challenges in Mental Health Settings

Occupational therapists are well-versed in the importance of occupation in patient care, but they often face hurdles when trying to implement occupation-based practices. One significant barrier they encounter is hegemony — the influence of one group's ideas over others. In mental health settings, th

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

How Cooking Methods Change Instant Noodles' Nutritional Value

Instant noodles are loved globally, but not much is known about how their production methods affect their nutritional value. A recent study looked into this. They found that boiling instant noodles, compared to steaming, leaves some starch inside ungelatinized or partially cooked. This creates a spo

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Understanding Health Workers' Views on Children's Palliative Care in Crisis Zones

When it comes to caring for kids in tough times, like wars or natural disasters, health workers have their own thoughts and needs. Let's dive into what they think about providing end-of-life care for children and what they need to learn to do it well. First, let's zoom in on their perceptions. Heal

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