by Annie Waldman, ProPublica, with data analysis by Alma Trotter and Fred Trotter, CareSet ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Arterial Motives: The Big Business of Clogged Arteries Millions of Americans suffer from clogged arteries. But
ph. Helena Nechaeva/Shutterstock Frances Spragge, University of Oxford and Erik Bakkeren, University of Oxford In the last decade, it has become increasingly clear that a gut full of friendly microbes (the microbiome) is vital for our good health. It has also become clear that a healthy microbiome is one with a diverse population
ph. wikipedia/Foley, CC BY-SA Robert Foley, University of Cambridge and Marta Mirazon Lahr, University of Cambridge It’s one of the great paradoxes of evolution. Humans have demonstrated that having large brains are key to our evolutionary success, and yet such brains are extremely rare in other animals. Most get by on tiny brains,
In this festive edition of “News of the Week”, host Mike brings a heartwarming Christmas story from the small town of Evergreen. The episode focuses on the tale of ‘Jacobs’ Joyful Toys’, a traditional toy store struggling to survive amidst competition from a new, modern toy giant, ‘TechToys Galore’. The story unfolds as
In our modern epoch, the significance of the humanities in deciphering and elucidating societal flux is ever more critical. These disciplines, embracing an array of fields such as literature, history, philosophy, and the arts, afford pivotal insights into the intricacies of human society, culture, and conduct. As we traverse an age characterized by
Traditional Christmas in the English Countryside In the realm of tourism, the allure of a traditional Christmas in the English countryside remains an enduring attraction, steeped in a rich tapestry of customs and idyllic scenery that beckons visitors from across the globe. This article delves into the quintessential elements that make the English
Title: The Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill Author: Dominique Enright In this week’s literary column, we turn our attention to a delightful compilation that captures the essence of one of Britain’s most iconic figures. “The Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill” is more than just a book; it’s a curation of history, humour, and
A new year is about to begin.Just like individuals, small and medium enterprises hope that the coming year will be one of great breakthrough or perhaps the most extraordinary year ever.For this reason, plans, mind maps, and projects are created.A part of these plans is based precisely on the entrepreneur’s necessary ability to
Sta per iniziare un anno nuovo.Anche le piccole e medie imprese, come le persone, sperano che l’anno successivo sia quello della grande svolta o che possa diventare l’anno maggiormente straordinario di sempre.Per questo motivo si creano piani, mappe mentali e progetti.Una parte di questi piani è basata proprio sulla necessaria capacità dell’imprenditore di
Embarking on a Voyage into Tomorrow: The Quintessence of Research and Development in Nascent Technologies In this epoch, where technological evolution stands as the fulcrum of worldwide advancement, the significance of Research and Development (R&D) in nascent technologies is monumental. This discourse explores the complexities of R&D in the sphere of emerging technologies,