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Violence and Migrants: The Hidden Faces of Insecure Status

November 25, 2024

Imagine going to a different country, hoping for a better life, but suddenly, you find yourself without any legal protection. This is the reality for millions of people worldwide due to strict immigration laws. These migrants often live in what we call an "insecure migration status, " meaning they d

health

Thumb Osteoarthritis in the Elderly: A Japanese Town's Story

November 24, 2024

Ever wondered about the prevalence of thumb osteoarthritis in the elderly? Well, a small rural town in Japan decided to find out. This condition, which can cause pain and impact daily activities, hasn't been thoroughly studied, especially in terms of its occurrence and what factors contribute to it.

science

Recycling Old Batteries and Plastic Together: A New and Simple Way

November 24, 2024

Did you know that old batteries and plastic waste can be a match made in heaven? Scientists have found a clever way to recycle both at the same time. They mix old batteries with a type of plastic called polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The result? They can get back valuable metals like lithium, nic

celebrities

Sammy Hagar Wants to Mend Fences with Alex Van Halen: A Prominent Rocker's Open Letter

November 24, 2024

Sammy Hagar recently opened up about his desire to reconnect with former bandmate, drummer Alex Van Halen. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Hagar expressed remorse over Alex's exclusion in his new book "Brothers, " which ignores the post-David Lee Roth era of the band. Hagar, who took over as Van

entertainment

Josh Brolin's Pledge: Quit Acting if Dune 2 Director Isn't Nominated for an Oscar

November 24, 2024

Josh Brolin has pulled back the curtain on a bold pledge concerning the upcoming Oscars. In a recent chat with Variety, the star of Dune: Part Two revealed that he would retire from acting if the film's director, Denis Villeneuve, doesn't get a Best Director nod. A drastic move, indeed! Brolin beli

sports

Brandon Allen Gets His Shot: A Chance to Shine

November 23, 2024

Injuries have been a part of the game for the 49ers this season, and this week is no different. With Brock Purdy's right shoulder still sore, he won't be playing in Sunday's game against the Packers. This opens the door for Brandon Allen, the backup quarterback, to step into the spotlight. Allen has

crime

Tragedy in Orangeburg: A Teenager's Life Lost in Shooting

November 23, 2024

On a sad day in November 2024, a violent shooting shook the community of Orangeburg. The awful incident cost the life of 14-year-old Zaquan Corbett Jr. and left another teenager hospitalized. The shooting occurred near the intersection of Wheeler and Nottingham Streets. When police arrived, they fou

health

Gender Violence: What Happens When It Hits Close to Home?

November 23, 2024

You might not think about it much, but violence against women is a big problem in many countries. In places with average incomes, it's often ignored or downplayed. But the truth is, it happens all the time. One place where it commonly surfaces is in primary care clinics. Doctors and nurses there see

health

Work and Violence: How Young People's Mental Health is Affected

November 23, 2024

We know that experiencing violence as a child isn't good for mental health. But what about when kids start working? Can a job make things better, worse, or leave things the same? To find out, researchers looked into the lives of young people in Uganda, Nigeria, and Colombia. They used a survey calle

health

Pain and COPD: What's the Connection?

November 22, 2024

Pain is a common issue, but did you know that people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) might feel it differently? Studies show that pain is prevalent among COPD patients, but we don't know much about which areas hurt the most or what factors contribute to this pain. It's like a myste