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Nov 22 2024BUSINESS

How China's Overconfident Bosses Boost Digital Changes

China's digital evolution has been significantly impacted by an unusual trait in its managers: overconfidence. During 2011-2022, researchers noticed that top managers who were a bit too sure of themselves actually drove deeper digital transformations within their companies. The key? They invested mo

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Kids and TV: The Tasty Trick Behind Philippine Ads

Did you know that Filipino kids watch a ton of TV? A recent study checked out the ads shown on the top three kids' channels during school hours and after school. They wanted to see what kinds of food ads were being shown. Spoiler alert: it wasn't always healthy stuff! The study found that many food

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Celebrities: Democrats' Secret Weapon in Midterm Elections?

David Litt, a former Obama speechwriter, thinks Democrats should listen up when celebrities talk politics. After Kamala Harris' loss, many Dems blamed stars for the defeat, but Litt sees it differently. He believes celebs can fire up voters in midterm elections, where turnout matters big time. Glen

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

How Religion Shapes Music Therapists' Work

Imagine you're a music therapist. Your faith isn't just something you do on Sundays—it's a big part of who you are. But how does that faith influence your work? A study in Canada set out to answer this question. They talked to music therapists who are trained and certified. What they found was inter

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Nov 22 2024SCIENCE

Bridging the Past and Present: How Photogrammetry Revives Old Excavation Data

Over the past three decades, site documentation has seen a significant shift from analogue methods to digital tools. Archaeological sites now rely heavily on high-precision digital recordings, making it easier to combine, compare, and analyze data. However, sites with a mix of both analogue and digi

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

How Trust and Religion Influence Organ Donation in the U. S.

A recent study looked into how Americans of different races see trust in doctors and medical care, as well as their religiosity, when it comes to organ donation. The study, which surveyed 201 people across the U. S. , found that donor status wasn't linked to how often people go to religious services

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Nov 21 2024CRIME

Safety Measures Bloom After Tragic Trail Event

Nine months ago, a runner named Laken Riley encountered a tragic incident at Oconee Forest Park, adjacent to the University of Georgia. This event sparked a significant change in how students and athletes conduct their outdoor activities. They've begun sharing their locations and engaging with stran

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Nov 21 2024SPORTS

Who to Play and Who to Bench in Week 12 Fantasy Football

When it comes to picking your fantasy football team for Week 12, there are a few players you should definitely start and others you might want to sit. Let's dive into the details! Justin Herbert has been on a roll lately. After a slower start, he's now in the running for MVP. His performance has be

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Predicting Health: The Power of Polygenic Models

Polygenic prediction models are becoming a big deal in the medical world. What's the fuss about? Well, these models use lots of genes to predict a person's risk for certain diseases. For example, if you're worried about heart disease, a doctor can now look at many genes in your body and say, "Hey, y

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Nov 21 2024CELEBRITIES

Sports Legends Race to Invest in Courtside Ventures

Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan, two legendary basketball players, have both turned their eyes toward the investment firm Courtside Ventures. But who got there first? Surprisingly, it was Shaq, who used the business strategies of his former rival, Michael Jordan. Courtside Ventures, known for it

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