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Stuck in the Dark: The Struggle to Save South Africa's Illegal Miners

January 14, 2025

Imagine being trapped more than 2 kilometers underground with no hope in sight. This is the harsh reality for hundreds of miners in South Africa's Buffelsfontein Gold Mine. They've been there for months, many fearing starvation or dehydration. Why? Because the mine was closed years ago, but these mi

sports

Arman Tsarukyan's Shredded Look: Natural or Not?

January 12, 2025

Get ready for the big lightweight fight between champ Islam Makhachev and challenger Arman Tsarukyan! Tsarukyan's ripped body has caught everyone's attention. Some think it's just healthy eating, but a sports doctor isn't so sure. Strength coach Adam Lusby posted on Instagram about Tsarukyan's phys

health

Kickstarting Ortho Skills: A Collaborative Training Program for First-Year Residents

January 11, 2025

Becoming an orthopedic resident means diving into the deep end of clinical and surgical skills. Especially during the first year, or PGY-1, residents face a steep learning curve. Unfortunately, limited resources and other obstacles often lead to inadequate training compared to what experts recommend

politics

Why Did a Union Leader Compare a School Boss to a Student?

January 11, 2025

The head of Chicago's teachers union, Stacy Davis Gates, got some heat for her remarks at a recent meeting. She compared Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez to a student with special needs. Her exact words were something like, "Pedro can't be suspended because he should get extra help like kid

infrastructure

James Island's Long-Awaited Pedestrian Project Finally Moves Forward

January 10, 2025

For years, residents of James Island have been asking for safer pedestrian routes. Now, the Charleston County Finance Committee is set to award a contract for a much-needed project. This initiative will create sidewalks and a crosswalk on Woodland Shores Road and Maybank Highway. The project, known

health

Lithium-Enhanced Cement: Boosting Bone Repair

January 7, 2025

Bone repair is a tricky business, especially when there's a big gap to fill. Scientists have been looking for better ways to help bones grow back. One interesting find is lithium-doped calcium silicate (LiCS) cement. This cement is special because it can boost bone regeneration and tweak the body's

science

Improving Solar Cells: The Role of Phosphorus Doping

January 6, 2025

Scientists are making big strides in solar cell technology using cadmium telluride (CdTe). One key focus is enhancing the performance of these cells by adding tiny amounts of phosphorus (P) and selenium (Se). They've used advanced microscopes, like Kelvin probe force microscopy (KPFM) and scanning s

health

IV Therapy Gone Wrong: What Puts Kids at Risk?

January 6, 2025

Have you ever wondered what happens when medicine meant for a kid's veins leaks into surrounding tissues? This is called extravasation, a common injury in children's hospitals. It can cause harm and lengthen hospital stays. So, what puts kids at risk? A study in Iran tried to find out. Over a year,

health

Pediatric Asthma: Control and Quality of Life in Jordan

January 3, 2025

Asthma is a common respiratory issue among kids, affecting not just them but also their caregivers and the healthcare system. So, let's dive into a study conducted in Jordan at the Jordan University Hospital. This study looked at 136 kids aged 7-17 who have asthma. The aim was to see what factors ar

science

Trekking in the Freezing South: How Antarctic Adventures Affect Our Bodies and Minds

December 30, 2024

Exploring the frozen continent of Antarctica isn't just about the thrill—it's also a test of human endurance. But what really happens to our bodies and minds during these extreme treks? Surprisingly, we don't have much research on this. These expeditions demand a lot from explorers, pushing their ph