New simulation center opens at VSMMC, a first in Central Visayas

Senator Pia Cayetano and medical faculty from CNU check on the first response trauma mannequin in the simulation center at the VSMMC. | photo by Niña Mae Oliverio CEBU CITY, Philippines — Medical students from a state university here will be given the opportunity to prepare themselves before they takeoff to the real-life scenarios after…

Judge: Alabama can’t prosecute groups helping patients get abortions elsewhere : Shots

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall speaks during inauguration ceremonies on the steps of the state capitol in Montgomery, Ala. on Jan. 16, 2023. Butch Dill/AP hide caption toggle caption Butch Dill/AP Reproductive rights groups in Alabama wasted no time resuming their work after a federal judge ruled late Monday that the state’s attorney general can’t…

TSMC Steps Up To Take 20% Stake In Joint Venture With Intel As Struggling Chipmaker Grapples With Nearly $19 Billion Losses In 2024: Report – Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO), Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD)

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. TSM is reportedly set to acquire a 20% stake in a new joint venture with Intel Corp INTC, aimed at addressing the U.S. chipmaker’s ongoing struggles, including its $18.8 billion net loss in 2024. What Happened: Intel and TSMC have reached a preliminary agreement to form a joint venture that will…

Ja Morant had something meaner than finger guns for Heat rookie after hitting game-winner

Ja Morant dropped 30 points against the Heat to give the Memphis Grizzlies a much-needed win as they look to stay afloat in the Western Conference playoff picture, but that wasn’t the most ruthless thing he did in Miami on Thursday night. Morant was seemingly looking to make a statement in his first game since…

Gas Prices Climb Nationwide, Driven by Refinery Maintenance and Seasonal Factors

The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline jumped more than 10 cents over the past week, reaching $3.26, according to AAA. This marks the first time since September that prices have hit this level, reflecting typical seasonal shifts. Despite the increase, prices remain below last year’s national average of $3.54 for the…

Top Side Hustle in Your City? Here’s the Fastest-Growing Gig

Looking to start a side hustle? You’re in good company: 36% of U.S. adults work a gig outside of their 9-5 to make extra money for bills, groceries, rent and more. You’re probably already familiar with some popular side hustles. Millions of Americans work as rideshare drivers, freelance writers, online tutors, virtual assistants and pet…

Global Volunteer Month shines spotlight on Cisco DNA

April is Global Volunteer Month. All month long, we’re recognizing some of the ways Cisco employees give their time, skills, and expertise in their communities. In 1991, the US established April as National Volunteer Month. Today, that scope has expanded, and it’s recognized as Global Volunteer Month. Since Cisco’s founding 40 years ago, giving back…

Louisville won the transfer portal with 3 great additions in men’s college basketball

The transfer portal can be cruel. Just ask Illinois after losing Morez Johnson to conference rival Michigan, or St. John’s after seeing their reigning Big East Player of the Year R.J. Luis hit the open market. It takes a perfect storm of circumstances and a lot of NIL money to walk away from the portal…

HHS ordered to cut 35% of spending on contracts : Shots

The Department of Health and Human Services is facing spending as well as staffing cuts. Alex Brandon/AP hide caption toggle caption Alex Brandon/AP The Trump administration is requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to cut spending on contracts by 35%, HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon confirmed to NPR. The spending cut is across all…