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The Before and After of Inguinal Hernia Surgery: A Six-Month Check-Up

November 25, 2024

Have you ever heard of an inguinal hernia? It's a common condition where part of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the lower belly wall. Many people choose to have surgery to fix it. One popular method is called the Shouldice Repair. A recent study looked into how this surgery affects peop

politics

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz's New Gig: Selling Personalized Videos

November 25, 2024

Matt Gaetz, a former Florida congressman, has found a new way to make money after stepping down from his political role. He's joined Cameo, a platform where celebrities sell personalized videos. Gaetz's profile on Cameo mentions his time in Congress and his nomination for U. S. Attorney General, whi

business

Valvoline's New ERP: Unveiling Hidden Financial Risks

November 25, 2024

Valvoline Inc. has recently hit a snag with its new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. The rollout has exposed some major flaws in its financial controls. This has caused a ruckus, delaying the processing of invoices and billings. Thankfully, these hiccups haven't affected the retail operati

environment

Revamping Agriculture: A Fresh Look at Sustainable Development

November 24, 2024

To make farms greener and healthier, experts have pinpointed nine key factors. Some of these factors can directly cut down on agriculture's environmental impact, boost soil health, and encourage biodiversity. Others indirectly support the adoption of sustainable practices. Together, they help mainta

environment

Money Matters in the Climate Fight

November 24, 2024

Ever wondered how much it takes to fight climate change? Well, bigwigs from rich countries finally agreed on a plan after two weeks of talks at the annual climate conference. They promised to give poorer nations $300 billion each year by 2035. Sounds great, right? Not quite. Experts say we actually

politics

Trump Picks Unusual Candidates for Key Health Roles

November 24, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen some surprising figures for top public health jobs. One of them is Dr. Marty Makary, a surgeon and author who has been outspoken against vaccine mandates and other public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Makary, a professor at Johns Hopkins Univer

science

Unlocking Bacterial Termination: A New Way to Analyze 3'-End Sequencing Data

November 24, 2024

You might have heard about the drop in the cost of short-read sequencing over the past decade. This has led to a boom in experimental techniques that use sequencing to solve specific biological puzzles. The catch? These methods often outrun the standardized ways of analyzing the data they generate.

crime

Drug Traffickers in Australia: How Many Quit After a First Conviction?

November 24, 2024

Most studies about drug traffickers focus on their crimes, but few look at their criminal careers. This study aimed to find out how many stop committing crimes after their first conviction for drug trafficking. It also wanted to know what makes drug traffickers likely to reoffend and how quickly, as

politics

Crypto's Big Bet: How Money Changed the Senate

November 24, 2024

In the 2024 elections, the crypto industry made a calculated gamble. They spent big, targeting candidates who supported their cause and aiming to oust those who didn't. Among these targets was Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown, who was defeated by political newcomer Bernie Moreno. Moreno, a former car sale

health

How Religious Beliefs Affect UK Muslim Doctors at Work

November 24, 2024

Let's take a look at how religion plays a role in the work lives of Muslim doctors in the UK. A recent study dug into this topic, focusing on how strongly they follow their faith, any discrimination they face at work, and how their workplaces accommodate their religious needs. The findings show that