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HIV Testing Among Ghanaian Men: A Critical Look

March 3, 2025

In 2022, Ghana saw a troubling increase in new HIV infections, with over 16, 500 cases reported. This issue is particularly concerning among men, who are less likely to get tested compared to women. The latest data shows that only 12% of men aged 15-49 have ever taken an HIV test, while 17%

health

A New Hope for a Rare Condition

March 3, 2025

Imagine a young girl in North India facing a tough battle. She has a rare genetic condition called homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, or HoFH. This means her body can't process cholesterol properly, leading to very high levels of LDL-C, the "bad" cholesterol. This can cause serious health pro

sports

The 49ers' Big Plans: New Faces, New Strategies

March 2, 2025

The 49ers are looking to shake things up. They are saying goodbye to Deebo Samuel, a player who used to be a star but struggled last season. He couldn't break tackles like he used to and seemed frustrated, just like the rest of the team. The 49ers ended up with a 6-11 record, which was disappointing

health

Unlocking the Secrets of Aging Genes in Joint Health

March 2, 2025

Osteoarthritis (OA) and metabolic syndrome (MetS) are both big problems that get worse as we age. But what's really going on inside our bodies that makes this happen? Scientists dug into public databases to find genes that change with age and might be linked to these conditions. They found 20 genes

politics

Lumber War: Trump Targets Canadian Imports

March 2, 2025

The US President has decided to look into whether foreign lumber is being sold too cheaply in the US. This could lead to new taxes or limits on imports. Canada is the main target, as it sends a lot of lumber to the US. The US has already put taxes on Canadian lumber, but this new move could make thi

crypto

Bitcoin's Money Trail: A Decade of Digital Cash Flow

March 1, 2025

Bitcoin, the digital currency that has taken the world by storm, has been a hot topic in both economic and network science circles. One of the biggest challenges in studying Bitcoin is making sense of its raw blockchain data. This data is freely available, but it's not easy to analyze due to the uni

health

Snakebite Treatment: A New Hope from Unithiol

March 1, 2025

Snakebites are a big problem. Every year, around 94, 000 people die from them. The main culprits are snakes from the Viperidae family. These snakes have a nasty venom component called zinc-dependent snake venom metalloproteinase (SVMP) enzymes. These enzymes are tough to deal with, but there's hope.

entertainment

Dive into the Weekend: Movies Making Waves

March 1, 2025

This weekend, movie fans have a lot to look forward to. "Last Breath" is the talk of the town, already making a splash with $1 million from previews. This thriller, featuring Woody Harrelson and Simu Liu, follows two deep-sea divers on an intense adventure. It's set to hit theaters wide this weekend

health

Kids in Crisis: How Hospitals Prepare for the Unexpected

March 1, 2025

Hospitals often face unexpected situations where they need to care for many young patients at once. To be ready for this, they use special training exercises. These exercises mimic real-life emergencies, pushing everyone to think quickly and act wisely. Imagine a hospital filled with kids n

education

The Future is Here: How Decision Sciences is Changing with Big Data and AI

March 1, 2025

Imagine trying to make a big decision with lots of moving parts and uncertainty. That's where decision sciences (DSC) comes in. It's all about studying complex systems to help us make smart choices. Over the past 25 years, the way we teach and study DSC has changed a lot. DSC used to focus