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Including pregnant and breastfeeding women in clinical trials
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An implementation framework for introducing obstetric ultrasound in new contexts
To improve the quality of obstetric care, WHO recommends that all pregnant women receive at least one ultrasound before 24 weeks of gestation. Over the past decade, the global uptake of ultrasound technology has increased substantially, accelerated through the dissemination of (portable) devices, task sharing, telemedicine, and training of health-care providers .
“A Sharp Saudi-Led Correction:” What Southern Yemen’s Reshuffle Means for the Anti-Houthi Bloc
On Dec. 3, armed forces affiliated with the UAE-backed, secessionist Southern Transitional Council (STC) launched a sudden offensive in eastern Yemen, seizing control of Hadhramaut. The move prompted widespread speculation that the anti-Houthi coalition would be permanently changed, with partition resulting from an independence declaration all but guaranteed.
Yemen’s Hadhramaut Erupts in Protest as Saudi-UAE Rivalry Deepens
Violent demonstrations gripped eastern Yemen's Hadhramaut governorate after thousands of angry residents demonstrated against the local government's total service collapse. Long power outages, water supply interruptions and overpriced fuel have pushed communities to the brink in a country already struggling from a decade of war. The dire situation has long plagued Yemen, as foreign interests in Riyadh and Abu Dhabi conspire with local factions to advance their interests—not local ones.
Yemen’s Future Held Hostage: Why the Red Sea Crisis is Far from Over
The Yemen-based Houthi Movement, known locally as Ansar Allah, recently restarted their Red Sea operations, striking and sinking two commercial ships in twin attacks that left at least four sailors dead, two wounded, and eleven others missing or held captive by the group. The assault marks a tenuous moment for Yemen's future amid a fiery Israel-Iran rivalry that continues to produce bloodshed across the region.
Everything Felt Normal - Until the Furniture Moved by Itself
There’s a striking contradiction between the two pillars of modern physics: relativity and quantum mechanics. What’s truly shocking, however, is that both theories are scientifically validated — both theoretically and experimentally. Neither can be dismissed without discarding the other. This unavoidable contradiction has led scientists to develop a new framework known as string theory, sometimes referred to as the multiverse theory.
One Page That Explains the Next 100 Years - And Why You’re Lucky to Be Alive Right Now.
This Article is a Gift from the Future. Grab a cup of coffee, sit in a quiet place, and read with an open mind. This article will enrich you — more than any course on informational or financial wealth ever could. Once upon a time, a computer was nothing more than a set of vacuum tubes, the size of a room and painfully slow — slower even than a two-year-old learning the multiplication table.
The Woeful Plight of Yemen’s IDPs: A Tale of Two Towns
In mid-2015, Yousef[1] and his extended family escaped from an aerial bombardment near his hometown, Al-Shareefiah, a village outside Haradh in northern Hajjah governorate. The 68-year-old head of a large household had found refuge in Hayran, a nearby district, hoping the airstrikes would stop soon so he and his family could return to their homes and large banana plantation. But air and ground attacks intensified in Haradh and nearby areas, including Hayran, where they were taking shelter.
The Yemen Review Quarterly: January-March 2025
Executive Summary On March 15, the US launched Operation Rough Rider, a massive expansion of its aerial campaign against the Houthi group (Ansar Allah). The strikes followed a Houthi threat to resume targeting Israeli ships due to the blockade of aid into Gaza on March 2. Strikes have been taking place continuously as of the time of writing.
Tissue-Specific Fluorescent Protein Turnover in Free-Moving Flies
You are already at the latest version Conditional transgenic systems and multi-copy target transgenes were used to produce transient fluorescent protein expression in adult Drosophila melanogaster, with the goal of developing an in vivo assay of protein turnover. Free-moving flies were assayed at multiple time points using video, and decay in fluorescence used to calculate protein half-life. Additional experiments involved image capture of anesthetized flies.
Disparities Among Immigrants and Native Patients in Denmark With New-Onset Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction:
References 1. "Cardiovascular risk and events in 17 low-, middle-, and high-income countries". N Engl J Med . 2014;371:9: 818-827. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa1311890. 2. "Global variations in heart failure etiology, management, and outcomes". JAMA . 2023;329:19: 1650. https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2023.5942. 3. "Influence of global region on outcomes in heart failure beta-blocker trials". J Am Coll Cardiol . 2011;58:9: 915-922. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2011.03.057. 4.
Don Batchelor Field added as second venue for Vehicle City Gridiron Classic
GRAND BLANC, Mich. - For the first time since its inception, the Flint & Genesee Vehicle City Gridiron Classic will be hosted at two locations. Now in its seventh year, the event – which serves as the official kick off to the high school football season – will be held at Grand Blanc High School’s Don Batchelor Field and Kettering University’s Atwood Stadium.
Spencer Promotions gets set for one-of-a-kind homecoming boxing event
TOPICS: Spencer PromotionsBoxingEventHomecomingLindenJoey SpencerMickel SpencerAugust 17th LINDEN, Mich. - In less than three weeks, Spencer Promotions will be putting on its first boxing card and it will be a one-of-a-kind Homecoming event as Joey and Mickel Spencer will be fighting at the Claude Cranston football field at Linden High School. The event will take place August 17th with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the action starting at 7 p.m. Click here for ticket information.
Flint native Jaquan McElroy gets set for pro boxing debut at LCA
FLINT, Mich. - Claressa Shields won't be the only Flint native on the card for Saturday's boxing event at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Jaquan McElroy will be in action for his first-ever professional fight. McElroy says he's been boxing since he was 11 years old, which has allowed him to gain a lot of experience to this point with 33 amateur bouts under his belt.
Claressa Shields returns to Berston Field House ahead of upcoming fight Original
TOPICS: Claressa ShieldsBerston Field HouseFlintFightWorld heavyweight championshipVanessa Lepage-JoanisseBoxersDetroit FLINT, Mich. - Fight Week have arrived for Flint native Claressa Shields. The GWOAT is getting set to take on Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for the world heavyweight championship. Before she looks ahead to that fight, Shields had a chance to look back at where her journey started.
Former SVSU basketball standout Tori DePerry signs with Portuguese pro team
TOPICS: Tori DePerryBasketballPortugueseSVSUProfessionalSaginaw Valley StateWomen'sSigned SAGINAW, Mich. - Former Saginaw Valley State women's basketball standout Tori DePerry has signed with a Portuguese women's basketball team that competes in the country's top division. After a stellar career at SVSU, DePerry spent this past season at the Division I level with the University of South Dakota as a graduate transfer.
National tennis grant helps renovation efforts for Janet Jopke Courts
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Ault's lone goal helps Flint City Bucks top Cleveland Force in playoff opener
FLINT, Mich. - Palmer Ault scored the lone goal in the 75th minute as the Flint City Bucks defeated Cleveland Force 1-0 Friday night at Atwood Stadium. The Bucks advance to the USL League Two Central Conference semi-finals to face Fort Wayne. That match will take place at 5 p.m. at Atwood Stadium.
Flint City Bucks begin playoff run at home in Central Conference title defense
FLINT, Mich. - It's playoff time for the Flint City Bucks as the team gets set to defend its back-to-back Central Conference title. The Bucks will open the postseason at home Friday night against Cleveland Force SC. The fun starts at 7:30 p.m. at historic Atwood Stadium.
Ally Challenge organizers host Media Day at Warwick Hills
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. - With 34 days left until the first tee shot, Ally Challenge organizers hosted a Media Day event Tuesday morning at the Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club. Among the attendees were 2020 tournament champion Jim Furyk and PGA Tour Champions professional Boo Weekley.
Flint native, Davison alum Michael Jamerson III to join Saginaw Valley State football team
TOPICS: Michael Jamerson IIISaginaw Valley StateFootballFlintDavison alumGLIACRushing yardsEligibility UNIVERSITY CENTER, Mich. - As college football teams across the country look to put the final touches on their rosters, Saginaw Valley State has landed a big time recruit with some local ties. Flint native Michael Jamerson III has committed to joining the Cardinals football team this fall.
Flint City Bucks host soccer clinic ahead of regular season home finale
FLINT, Mich. - Ahead of their regular season finale this weekend, the Flint City Bucks hosted a soccer clinic at historic Atwood Stadium with local youth.
Saginaw Spirit to host Memorial Cup watch party at Dow Event Center
TOPICS: Saginaw SpiritMemorial CupDow Event CenterFans2024PlayersGameFree SAGINAW, Mich. - The Saginaw Spirit are pleased to announce an opportunity for fans everywhere to re-live the 2024 Memorial Cup Championship game alongside the players who made it happen. On Wednesday, July 24th, fans are invited back to the Dow Event Center for a free screening of the Memorial Cup Final, with live commentary from Spirit players and coaches.
NFL Draft brought in $213 million economic impact to Detroit, report says
DETROIT, Mich. - Visit Detroit and the Detroit Sports Commission today announced that the 2024 NFL Draft generated a $213.6 million economic impact for the City of Detroit and region, including $161.3 million from visitors coming to Southeast Michigan. That spending from visitors has a long-term economic impact resulting in new income for local households, businesses, and tax revenues.
Matt Gregson returns as head coach of Powers Catholic boys lacrosse team
FLINT, Mich. - After a four-year hiatus, Matt Gregson has returned to his alma mater to become the head coach of the Powers Catholic boys lacrosse team. Gregson previously served as head coach of the program from 2016 to 2020.
Davison football team hosts 4th grade modified tackling program at Cardinal Stadium
DAVISON, Mich. - The Davison football team was back at Cardinal Stadium Monday to host a 4th grade modified tackling camp to get the local youth ready for contact football at the next level.
BIG3 basketball league announces expansion team in Detroit
DETROIT, Mich. - GameAbove Sports, a sports-focused business development and strategic investment entity announces the purchase of the fourth BIG3 franchise with plans to base the team in Detroit representing the State of Michigan for the 2025 season. The GameAbove Sports ownership group led by Founder and Chairman Keith J.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Vibrations
(A Special Article for Researchers in the Secrets of the Universe) Pythagoras said: "There is music in the spacing of the spheres, and in the humming of strings, there is geometry." Every vibration or movement in time or space is an echo of another vibration. Each small or large vibration forms a dance with distinct geometric shapes. It is said that the musical instrument the "oud", was invented by the prophet David, along with the flute.
CMU Hall of Famer Jason Mester named new Davison wrestling head coach
TOPICS: Jason MesterDavison wrestlingHead coachCentral Michigan UniversityCMU Hall of FameCoaching experienceMissouriNebraska DAVISON, Mich. - Jason Mester has been named the new head coach of the Davison wrestling team. Mester bring over a decade of coaching experience at the college level with stops at Missouri, Nebraska and most recently Bloomfield University.
Flint City Bucks top AFC Ann Arbor to clinch USL League Two playoff spot
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Abdul Al-Rashed would score the go-ahead goal in the second half as the Flint City Bucks held on to defeat AFC Ann Arbor 2-1 Wednesday night at Hollway Field. Kai Phillips also scored on a penalty kick in the first half as the Bucks have clinched a playoff appearance for the 26th time in the past 28 years.
Flint native, Beecher alum Monte Morris signs with Phoenix Suns
TOPICS: Monte MorrisPhoenix SunsBeecherNBAContractDetroit PistonsMinnesotaTrade deadline PHOENIX, Arizona - Flint native Monte Morris has a new home in the NBA. The Beecher alum has agreed to a two-year contract with the Phoenix Suns. That's according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. This past season, Morris appeared in six games for the Detroit Pistons before being sent to Minnesota at the trade deadline in February.
Flint native Willie Mack III misses cut for Rocket Mortgage Classic
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Ingram family hosts 2nd annual Creating Legends Football Clinic
FLINT, Mich. - Very few camps can say they are run by a Heisman Trophy winner AND a Super Bowl champion! Mark Ingram II teamed up with his dad Mark Ingram Sr. for the 2nd annual Creating Legends Football Clinic at Guy Houston Stadium, creating a fun and informative atmosphere for kids in the city of Flint.
Flint native Willie Mack III misses cut for Rocket Mortgage Classic
TOPICS: Willie Mack IIIRocket Mortgage ClassicFlintDetroit Country ClubCutBirdiesBogeysAaron Rai DETROIT, Mich. - Willie Mack III's return to the Rocket Mortgage Classic is over. The Flint native has missed the cut after shooting a one-over-par 73 in the second round on Friday at the Detroit Country Club. Mack got off to a great start with birdies on two of his first three holes. But a six-hole stretch on the front nine saw his bogey four holes.
Saginaw Spirit's Zayne Parekh becomes highest-drafted player in franchise history
LAS VEGAS, Nevada - With the ninth pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, the Calgary Flames selected Saginaw Spirit defenseman Zayne Parekh. The six-foot blueline helped the Spirit win their first-ever Memorial Cup championship this past season and becomes the highest-drafted player in franchise history. For his full post-draft interview, click here.
Flint native Willie Mack III finish Round 1 of Rocket Mortgage Classic even at par
TOPICS: Willie Mack IIIRocket Mortgage ClassicParBirdiesBogeysAkshay BhatiaRickie FowlerCut line DETROIT, Mich. - Flint native Willie Mack III had a mixed bag day in the opening round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Mack carded two birdies and two bogeys and finished even at par 72, which left him tied for 100th. That puts Mack on the wrong side of the projected cut line as the top 70 scores will play into the weekend.
JaVale McGee Flint City Pro-Am returns this weekend with high-level basketball action
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Over 30,000 expected at Midland CC for Dow Championship
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Over 30,000 expected at Midland CC for Dow Championship
TOPICS: Midland CCDow ChampionshipTournamentChangesLogoTrophyOpening ceremoniesOlympics MIDLAND, Mich. - It's tournament week at the Midland Country Club as the 5th annual Dow Championship will tee off later this week. The two-player format will remain the same, but there will be a number of changes to the event, including the new name, logo and trophy, as well as the championship round taking place on a Sunday to accomodate a busy summer schedule that includes the 2024 Olympics.
Flint native Willie Mack III wins The John Shippen, will play at Rocket Mortgage Classic
DETROIT, Mich. - Flint, Michigan native Willie Mack III will play in the PGA TOUR’s Rocket Mortgage Classic for the second time after earning an exemption Sunday by winning THE JOHN SHIPPEN Men’s Invitational at Detroit Golf Club. Mack III will tee it up alongside the world’s best golfers at the Rocket Mortgage Classic starting Thursday after shooting 63-74---137 on the same course Saturday and Sunday to earn a two-stroke victory at the SHIPPEN event.
Powers Catholic's Tom Dutkowski named MHSBCA Coach of the Year
TOPICS: Tom DutkowskiPowers CatholicCoach of the YearMHSBCABaseballMichiganState championshipDream Team FLINT, Mich. - Powers Catholic baseball's Tom Dutkowski has been named Coach of the Year by the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association. In his 42nd season with the program, he led the Chargers to their first state championship since 1980 as Powers defeated Spring Lake 11-0 in the Division 2 title game just over a week ago.
USA softball dominates Holton for record-tying fifth straight state championship
EAST LANSING, Mich. - A two-run home run for senior Gabby Crumm would spark a six-run fourth inning for the USA softball team as they knocked off Holton 11-1 in six innings in the Division 4 state championship game at Secchia Stadium. The Patriots tie a state record with their fifth consecutive state championship and 10th overall.
Powers baseball rolls Spring Lake for first state title since 1980
EAST LANSING, Mich. - The Powers Catholic baseball team jumped out to a big lead and never looked back as the Chargers defeated Spring Lake 11-0 in five innings in the Division 2 state championship game Saturday afternoon at the McLane Baseball Stadium. It's the program's third-ever state title and the first since 1980.
Vicksburg knocks off North Branch softball in Division 2 semi-finals
EAST LANSING, Mich. - The North Branch softball team went hit-for-hit with Vicksburg, but it wouldn't be enough as the Broncos fall to the Bulldogs 4-0 in the Division 2 state semi-finals. North Branch's magical season ends with just its second-ever trip to the final four.
Bay City Western baseball falls in D1 semi-finals to Northville
EAST LANSING, Mich. - A five-run 4th inning would be the difference as the Bay City Western baseball team falls to Northville 9-2 in the Division 1 state semi-finals. The Warriors wrap up their season with an overall record of 35-7-1.
BC Western baseball eyeing first state championship since 2014
BAY CITY, Mich. - The Bay City Western baseball team is back in the state semi-finals for the first time since 2014, when they won the second of back-to-back state championships. Next up for the Warriors is a date with Northville. First pitch Thursday at the McLane Baseball Stadium is set for 2:30 p.m.
Quick start, defense helps USA softball advance to D4 state semi-finals
GRAND BLANC, Mich. - Defense was the name of the game as the USA softball team topped Plymouth Christian 2-0 in the Division 4 state quarterfinals. The quest for a fifth straight championship for the Patriots continues Friday in the state semi-finals vs. Mendon in a rematch of last year's state title game.
Freeland girls soccer get set for first trip to state semi-finals since 2018
TOPICS: FreelandSoccerSemi-finals2018FalconsStateFremontHudsonville Unity Christian FREELAND, Mich. - Only one Mid-Michigan girls soccer team is left in the playoffs and that's the Freeland Falcons. After knocking off a highly-ranked Traverse City St. Francis in the semi-finals, Freeland blanked Fremont for its first regional title since 2018.
Flint City Bucks topple AFC Ann Arbor at home
FLINT, Mich. - A Goal of the Year nominee from Jonas Buechte late in the second half would be the dagger as the Flint City Bucks defeated AFC Ann Arbor 3-1 Wednesday night at Atwood Stadium. Palmer Ault and Pasha Dashin also scored for the Bucks, who improve to 3-0-2 on the season.
Saginaw Valley State's Cheyenne Nesbit talks record-breaking career, eyes on Olympics
UNIVERSITY CENTER, Mich. - One of the greatest track and field careers in NCAA history came to an end last month as Saginaw Valley State's Cheyenne Nesbit became the first woman to win four consecutive championships in the heptathlon.
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