Have you ever wondered why science textbooks mostly feature achievements by Western scientists? This is because science is deeply entwined with the histories of past empires, leading to a bias towards Western knowledge. Minoritised ethnicities are often underrepresented in science curricula. The pus
China's community mental health services, spearheaded by the Management and Treatment Services for Psychosis (MTSP), cater to over 4 million long-term schizophrenia patients. Despite the large number of people served, the day-to-day abilities and challenges faced by these patients are often overlook
You might be surprised to hear that a big union like the Teamsters didn't pick a side in the last election. They didn't back a Democratic or Republican candidate, which is pretty unusual. Instead, they asked both parties if they could speak at their events. Only the Republicans said yes. Once Trump
Lawmakers in Congress are trying to agree on a bill to help communities hit by disasters. Both sides want to replenish disaster funds, but they can't agree on everything else. House Republican Tom Cole from Oklahoma says they need a strong package, but he's not sure about all the extra programs the
Kids should feel safe at school, right? Unfortunately, many students worry about their safety due to increasing violence and mental health issues. A new law called the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act aims to change that. Passed after the Uvalde school shooting, this law wants to reduce violence and
Bitcoin, the popular cryptocurrency, has been studied for its price differences across markets. This research delves deeper by looking at trade data from LocalBitcoins. com, a peer-to-peer exchange platform. It explores how economic and regulatory factors shape Bitcoin markets and how cryptocurrenci
When someone is killed illegally, their remains can be crucial in revealing human rights abuses. However, cases like this are often complex and can make legal procedures tricky. These situations usually have red flags, requiring special investigation to figure out the cause of death and any human ri
Does a tourist visa protect you from thieves? Not always, especially if you're a professional athlete in North America. The NBA and NFL have alerted their players about a clever, tech-savvy burglary ring from South America. These thieves aren't your average criminals; they use drones, signal-jammers
Houston's Hurricane Beryl was more than just a storm for Kimberly Rubit. It was a 10-day struggle to keep her disabled daughter, Mary, safe without air conditioning, water, or lights. The power outage took a huge toll. In fact, at least 36 people died from heat-related issues during this time. This
In today's politically divided world, the language we use can have a significant impact on how others perceive us and our beliefs. Researchers conducted two experiments with 1121 Democrats and Republicans in the United States. They found that people tend to trust speakers more when they use language
