In Brazil, transgender individuals often face intimate partner violence, or IPV. A recent study looked into this issue from 2015 to 2021. The goal? To figure out what makes some trans people more vulnerable to IPV and why some face it repeatedly. Plus, they wanted to know how often these folks get h
Ever wondered if a man's views on gender equality could be linked to his actions in his relationships? Researchers in California decided to find out. They looked into how men's beliefs on gender equality relate to their self-reported instances of intimate partner violence, or IPV for short. IPV is a
In a surprising turn, the UK's inflation rate dropped to 2. 5% in December 2024, catching economists off guard. The consumer price index (CPI) had previously been at 2. 6% in November. Core inflation, which doesn't include the ups and downs of food and energy prices, also dipped to 3. 2%, down from
Imagine you're in a room full of the highest judges in the land, debating whether a law in Texas should be allowed to stand. This law is about keeping kids away from adult content online, but it's causing a stir. The porn industry, with the help of a big civil rights group, says this law goes too fa
In the small town of Huitzilac, located in Mexico's Morelos state, fear has become a daily companion. This town, known for its collective management of local resources like forests, has been caught in the crossfire of competing criminal groups. Recently, five people were gunned down on the town's ma
Keke Palmer, the 31-year-old actress known for her role in "Nope, " experienced a rough patch when her public relationship with Darius Jackson turned sour. The couple had a child together, but their relationship hit a bump when Jackson criticized Palmer's wardrobe choice for an Usher concert publicl
On April 22, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced new rules for long-term care facilities. These rules aim to enhance nursing home care quality by setting minimum staffing levels. Facilities must now provide at least 3. 48 hours of daily care per resident. This include
In Tanzania, changing how parents behave can reduce violence against children. This study looked at what policymakers and service providers think about giving parents support to stop violence. It used Daly's framework to find out what helps and hinders this kind of support. Parents can learn to dis
In Vernon, Connecticut, the year 2024 was filled with unique challenges for students and educators alike. Despite the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the district's superintendent, Joseph Macary, shared some inspiring news about the accomplishments achieved during the year. The schools'
Homeownership has long been a dream for many. But for some, this dream is harder to achieve. Research has shown that racial and ethnic inequalities in wealth can have big effects on our lives. Buying a home is a big part of this. It can affect how safe we feel, the schools we go to, and the jobs we
