Imagine a world where diseases like leprosy, HIV/AIDS, and malaria are completely wiped out. That's the dream of many health campaigns around the globe. But is this dream realistic, and more importantly, is it what those most affected by these diseases really want? Let's take a closer look at lepros
Imagine trying to predict how a baby will be born. Over the past decade, doctors have been using ultrasound during labor to help figure this out. This technique is called intrapartum ultrasound (ITU) and it's gaining attention worldwide. However, it's not as common in low- and middle-income countrie
The question of "Which car is the poor man's Porsche? " might bring up as many opinions as asking who the greatest baseball player of all time is. Online, some automotive fans think it's Porsche's own 914. In fact, a website focused on the 914 has a whole discussion about whether it or even the Karm
In the crowded world of true crime podcasts, only a few truly stand out. Let's take a look at the best of the year. Season three of "In the Dark" by The New Yorker takes a deep dive into the 2005 Haditha massacre in Iraq. The host, Madeleine Baran, uses secret recordings and classified documents to
Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the LA Times, has an interesting idea. He wants to introduce a 'bias meter' to the paper. This isn't for news articles, but for opinion pieces and editorials. He plans to use artificial intelligence to create this tool, drawn from his experience in medicine. Soon-Shiong
In the heart of North Macedonia lies Mariovo, a region where moss is playing a crucial role in monitoring air pollution. Scientists have been using moss samples to track the distribution of potentially harmful chemicals in the air. They found 44 different elements in 20 moss samples. These moss samp
In 1822, France's government had a smart idea. They wanted more people to get vaccinated against smallpox. So, they asked a French artist named Constant Joseph Desbordes to create a painting that would teach people about the benefits of the vaccine. Desbordes came up with "La Vaccine, " which shows
In a world where sports movies often follow predictable formulas, three new films are stepping into the ring with unique stories. These movies, directed by industry veterans, are giving sports dramas a new twist. "Day of the Fight" is a black-and-white film about a boxer seeking redemption. It's not
In a step towards justice, Britain has started paying out $16. 5 million to the first 10 victims who received blood contaminated with Hepatitis C and HIV decades ago. This comes after a long struggle for those affected by the scandal, which spanned from the 1970s to the 1990s. Many people received i
In the world of trucking, getting paid quickly has always been a challenge. The freight industry often relies on factoring to ensure carriers get their money fast. But this process hasn't changed much over the years, and it still faces delays, especially over weekends and holidays. One company, Out
