Jeanine Áñez, the former interim president of Bolivia, has been released from prison after nearly five years. The supreme court overturned her conviction for allegedly staging a coup. Áñez, now 58, left the Miraflores women’s center in La Paz on Thursday. She referred to the end of nearly two decades of rule by the leftwing Movimiento al Socialismo (Mas) party as "th...
Bolivia is at a crossroads. The country is facing its worst economic crisis in 40 years, and the people have a tough choice to make. Two pro-business candidates are in the running, and both have similar plans. They want to cut government spending, reduce fuel subsidies, let the currency drop, and improve ties with the U. S. They also want to bring in more foreign inv...
Aldo Miranda, a well-known TikTok comedian, has passed away at the young age of 32. His death has left many questioning the pressures that come with online fame and the importance of mental health. Miranda was discovered lifeless in his La Paz home, with local authorities suspecting suicide as the cause. The news has sent shockwaves through his massive fan base and ...
In the heart of Brazil's Ceará coast, the Cocó River tells a story of urban life's hidden impact. This river, surrounded by bustling cities, is a hotspot for various pollutants. Scientists dove deep into this issue, checking water, sediment, and even the creatures living there. They found a shocking number of pollutants, like PCBs, pesticides, and flame retardants, l...
Holtium is a new company shaking up how businesses handle security. Instead of just seeing security as a necessary cost, Holtium helps companies use it to grow and stay ahead. In today's fast-changing world, old security methods don't cut it anymore. Businesses need to know where they're spending too much, too little, or taking too many risks. Andres Paz Larach and ...
In the heart of Hollywood, a bustling Home Depot parking lot served as a lifeline for many Latino immigrants. This is where Emma De Paz and Abelino Perez Alvarez, along with other vendors, set up shop daily. They sold everything from tamales to orange juice, catering to the needs of day laborers seeking work. This makeshift community was more than just a place to ear...
Bile duct cancers are a tough bunch to beat. They are tricky because they come in different forms and are hard to treat. For a long time, doctors have used a combo of gemcitabine and cisplatin to help patients feel better, even if it couldn't cure them. This was the go-to treatment for over ten years. But now, things are changing. Two big studies, TOPAZ-1 and KEYNOTE...
The TOPAZ-1 trial, a major study, has been tracking the effects of a combination treatment on patients with advanced bile duct cancer. This treatment pairs durvalumab with a mix of gemcitabine and cisplatin. The initial results were promising, showing that this combo could extend the lives of those battling this tough disease. The study has now shared more details. ...
In the fight against breast cancer, a new approach is gaining attention. It involves tiny, smart particles that can target and attack tumors in multiple ways. These particles are designed to overcome two big challenges: low oxygen levels in tumors and high levels of a substance called glutathione. This substance protects cancer cells from damage. The new strategy use...
The Pearl River Delta Intercity Pazhou Branch Line project has brought attention to a unique challenge in tunnel construction. The area's rock layers are strongly weathered and packed with coarse particles. This mix makes it tricky to predict how the surface will react when a tunnel is dug using a shield machine. In simple terms, shield tunneling involves pushing a ...