Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti
Starting from fall 2025, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) plans to make college more affordable. They'll start by not charging tuition for students whose families earn under $200, 000 a year. But the best part is that families making less than $100, 000 won't pay anything at all, incl
Are you curious about the factors that influence how active, sedentary, or sleepy adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are? This systematic review dug deep into this topic to help create better health programs for them. Let’s explore what they found out! One key factor is age. Yep, as the years go by,
This week, morning TV shows got a bit more colorful than usual, thanks to some unexpected profanity from celebrities. It all started when "Great British Bake Off" judge Prue Leith dropped a surprising swear word on "Live with Kelly and Mark. " She wasn't done alone, as Richard Gere and Cher also let
Colleges are meant to prepare students for the real world, but some might be doing the opposite. After the 2016 U. S. election, many colleges turned into giant comfort zones, offering students milk, cookies, and even cuddle sessions with therapy animals. Harvard and Cornell cancelled classes to help
You might recognize the name Laken Riley from the recent news. She was the 22-year-old nursing student tragically murdered in Athens, Georgia. But do you know the bigger story behind her death? Here it is: In March 2023, during a significant political event called the State of the Union, a congress
Firefighters often face intense and traumatic situations. To help them cope, many mental health education programs have been created. This study delved into the experiences of firefighters who participated in these programs. It aimed to find out what worked well and what didn't, across different pro
Recent studies have been all over the place when it comes to how well digital health interventions work in getting college students to be more active. While there's been plenty of focus on these tools, research specifically targeting college students is thin on the ground. A systematic review and m
Imagine you’re a service provider, and your customers are a bit too confident about how much they'll use your services. This overconfidence can mess with your pricing strategy. Traditional pricing models assume customers are rational, but we all know that’s not always the case! Overconfident custome
Imagine if the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) turned pro-crypto. That's what analysts are banking on for Robinhood's stock to skyrocket. Gautam Chhugani from Bernstein sees a 44% upside for the online trading platform, especially with former President Donald Trump potentially easing regula
