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Minnesota Poison Specialist Accused of Fatally Poisoning Wife
Broke On: Tuesday, 31 August 2021Dr. Hengjun Chao, a former medical resident and poison specialist, is accused of fatally poisoning his wife, Margaret Joosten, with colchicine, a medication used to treat gout. Chao was arrested and charged with second-degree murder and is currently being held in the Olmsted County Jail. Healthcare Workers Face Rising Burnout and Harassment, Reports Indicate
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023Healthcare workers are experiencing high levels of burnout and workplace harassment. The CDC has highlighted a mental health crisis among healthcare workers. Workplace harassment has doubled from 2018 to 2022, according to a survey. Craig Breslow Appointed as President of Baseball Operations for Boston Red Sox
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023Craig Breslow, a former MLB player, has been appointed as the new President of Baseball Operations for the Boston Red Sox. Breslow has a background in both playing and administrative roles within the MLB. The decision to hire Breslow was reportedly made after a thorough selection process. Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns: Key Players and Predictions
Broke On: Monday, 23 October 2023Bradley Beal of the Phoenix Suns was unlikely to play due to a back injury Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors was set to play in the opener Predictions for the game varied among different sources Recent Studies Highlight Effectiveness and Potential Risks of TAVR in Treating Aortic Stenosis
Broke On: Sunday, 01 October 2023Recent studies have shown that Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is effective in treating aortic stenosis in low-risk patients. The PARTNER 3 and Evolut trials found that TAVR outperformed surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) in terms of mortality, stroke, and rehospitalization rates at one year. A separate study found that adding left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) to TAVR did not increase the risk of complications. Lunar Crystals Suggest Moon is Older Than Previously Estimated
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023The Moon is approximately 40 million years older than previously believed, according to a recent study. This discovery was made through the analysis of lunar rock samples brought back by the Apollo 17 mission in 1972. The samples contained zircon crystals, which were examined to determine the age of the Moon. The study used uranium-lead dating to measure the age of the zircon crystals. The results indicated that the Moon is around 4.51 billion years old, rather than the previously estimated 4.47 billion years. Ancient River Landscape Discovered Beneath East Antarctic Ice Sheet
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023An ancient river landscape has been discovered beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet. The landscape is believed to be around 34 million years old. The discovery was made using radar technology that penetrated the ice to reveal the topography beneath. The research provides new insights into the history of the Antarctic ice sheet and its potential response to future climate change. University of Michigan Football Program Faces NCAA Compliance Allegations
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023A University of Michigan football program staff member allegedly purchased tickets for non-Big Ten games, potentially violating NCAA rules. The University of Michigan, the NCAA, and the staff member in question have not yet commented on the allegations. NLCS Game 7: Diamondbacks vs Phillies in MLB Postseason
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023The NLCS Game 7 was between the Diamondbacks and the Phillies The game was part of the MLB postseason Various betting promotions were available for fans Dancing with the Stars Honors Len Goodman with Tribute Dance
Broke On: Sunday, 15 October 2023A tribute dance was performed in honor of Len Goodman on Dancing with the Stars. The dance was performed by professional dancers and alums of the show, including Cheryl Burke, Tony Dovolani, and Karina Smirnoff. The tribute was a surprise for Goodman, who has been a part of the show since its inception in 2005.