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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Surprising Differences in Latin American and European Gastric Cancer

Have you ever stopped to think that your location could determine how your body fights against cancer? A recent study funded by Horizon 2020, a collaborative project spanning Europe and Latin America (LATAM), has found some surprising differences in how gastric cancer behaves in these two regions.

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Jan 06 2025SCIENCE

People and Power: Unveiling the Dispositif

Have you ever wondered what makes some societal structures work the way they do? Meet the dispositif, a concept brought to life by thinker Michel Foucault. Many people view it as an unseen force, like a mysterious puppet master. But the truth is, there are actual people behind the curtains pulling t

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Tackling Tough RA: Links to Obesity and Fibromyalgia

Imagine trying to manage rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with medications that just don't seem to work. That's the reality for many patients with a form of RA called Difficult-to-Treat RA (D2T-RA). This type of RA can be tough to handle, even with multiple treatments. What's interesting is that obesity an

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Jan 04 2025BUSINESS

Ski Patrol Strike: Progress Made, But Not There Yet

After eight days on strike, the Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association has seen some progress in negotiations with Vail Resorts. Union President Kate Lips said that recent meetings with the company and federal mediators have led to significant steps towards an agreement. The pace of talks has

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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

Meet the New Anti-Hate Crimes Boss: A Fresh Start for City Hall

Mayor Adams has found a replacement for the previous hate crimes prevention chief, who was fired back in April. The new boss, Vijah Ramjattan, comes with a unique set of skills from his background in mental health and community work. With over a decade of experience in helping marginalized communiti

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Examining Anti-Blackness in Nursing: A Deeper Look at Health Disparities

In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, healthcare organizations have been reflecting on their role in health inequalities. The American Nurses Association, for instance, formed the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing and published a report revealing the historic mistreatment an

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Face More Amputations?

Did you know that your race, where you live, and how much money you make can actually play a big role in whether you might lose a limb? Let's talk about something called chronic limb-threatening ischemia, which is a fancy term for when blood circulation is really poor in your leg. Because of this, s

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Jan 03 2025BUSINESS

Big Businesses Pinning Hopes on Trump's Economic Shifts

The wealthy couldn't be happier. Bitcoin soared past $100, 000 last year, and banks celebrated Donald Trump's victory. Wall Street is eagerly waiting for stock gains in 2025. At the same time, homelessness jumped 18%. Small business owners worry about Trump's tariffs and immigration threats. It's a

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Jan 02 2025BUSINESS

Cable Wars: Altice Drops MSG Networks from Optimum

MSG Networks, under the umbrella of Sphere Entertainment (SPHR), announced that Altice USA (ATUS) has kicked MSG Networks off its Optimum channel lineup in the tri-state area. In a move to keep their business afloat, Altice has decided to charge customers more and offer less. They've hiked prices by

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

Coach Beamer's Blowup: A Sideline Showdown

South Carolina's Coach Shane Beamer had a meltdown during the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. The incident happened when Illinois' coach, Bret Bielema, crossed the field to check on South Carolina's quarterback, LaNorris Sellers, who was hurt. Bielema's arms-out gesture enr

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