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Nov 30 2024FINANCE

GECC's Turnaround: From Red to Green in a Year

GECC, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), recently shared some intriguing financial results. Although the company recorded a net loss of $21. 3 million for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, there's a twist to this story. Shareholders witnessed a significant bounce-back as the c

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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

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Nov 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Talks: Hope and Hurdles in Busan

After years of gridlock, there's finally a glimmer of hope in international plastic treaty talks. A large group of countries is pushing hard for a production cap to be included in the treaty. But not everyone is on board, and some nations are trying to water down the agreement. The talks in Busan, S

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Nov 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Smarter Search: Making Sense of Complex Queries

Imagine you're looking for movies on a streaming service. You want comedies, but they shouldn't be romances, and they have to be British. This is a compositional query, a bit more complex than just finding comedies. Currently, machine learning uses dot-products to connect items like movies to attri

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Unraveling the Challenge: Antibiotic Use Targets in European General Practice

European countries are taking action against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by creating National Action Plans (NAPs). These plans aim to boost understanding and awareness of AMR. However, translating these targets into practical advice for general practitioners is where things get tricky. General pr

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Nov 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Moana 2's Splash in France & Indonesia Lights Up Global Box Office

Day one of Moana 2's international release was a real wave-maker, raking in $8. 8M from just 10 countries. Imagine this: it's not even a major holiday period outside the US, yet these numbers are making big splashes. In France, the animated flick smashed records, scoring the second-highest opening d

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

A Year Alone: Young People and Parents Share Their Stem Cell Transplant Stories

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a serious health issue that can lead to many health problems and even death. A possible treatment is hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT), which can improve the lives of those with SCD. But HCT is not easy; it can be physically and emotionally tough. This study

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

How Stress and Strength Vary Among International Migrants

Ever wondered how stress and resilience differ among people who move across international borders? A recent study, known as the AFFAIR Project, dug deep into this topic. Researchers were curious about what makes some migrants feel overwhelmed while others remain strong and adaptable. They looked at

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

Medication Choices for Behavioral Symptoms in Frontotemporal Dementia: What Do Experts Say?

Frontotemporal dementia, especially the behavioral variant (bvFTD), is known for its significant changes in personality and thinking skills. These changes often come with strong behavioral symptoms that can be tough for both patients and their caregivers. Surprisingly, unlike similar symptoms in pri

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Nov 28 2024SPORTS

Ice Hockey Wins: Why Scanning Before a Pass Matters

You might wonder: What makes a great ice hockey player? A recent study found that scanning the environment before receiving a pass can lead to better performances among professional ice hockey players. This isn't just about guesswork—it's about analyzing the best possible action to take next. The st

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