After months of absence from public life, Jack Ma, the founder of the e-commerce giant Alibaba, has returned to the scene, prompting a broad response both in China and internationally. His return coincided with Alibaba announcing a significant reorganization of its business operations. This change is viewed by experts as a signal of the Chinese government's softening approach towards tech giants after a series of restrictions that began at the end of 2020.
McDonald's, the globally known fast-food giant, has always found innovative ways to attract and keep the attention of its customers. Since introducing the iconic fries in 1949, which replaced potato chips, the brand has become synonymous with fast food on a global scale. However, it's not just McDonald's products that define its brand. A new campaign in the Netherlands, "Smells Like McDonald's," uses something less obvious but equally characteristic of the chain – the scent of its fries.
The study conducted by a counseling researcher at the New York Institute of Technology sheds new light on the relationship between race and mental health stigma. The results may assist counseling and welfare specialists at universities in better understanding students' cultural experiences and obstacles they may encounter when seeking mental health assistance.
Glioblastoma is often a deadly form of brain cancer, with only 5% of patients surviving beyond five years. New research conducted by scientists from the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) and the National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) could open new perspectives for patients with glioblastoma. Their work could be revolutionary in treating this deadly disease and preventing its relapses.
Scientists show for the first time that toxic substances used in laptops, baby seats, and smartphones can easily penetrate human skin and enter the bloodstream. Fire retardants in products are toxic to both adults and children. The study reveals these substances persist in the environment and can penetrate the skin, potentially disrupting child development and leading to cancer.
The leak of details about the Mazda 6 EV caused quite a stir on Chinese social media. It is there that low-resolution images of the new electric sedan appeared, which is set to debut at this year's Beijing Auto Show. Mazda EZ-6, as a highly anticipated electric vehicle, opens a new chapter in the Japanese manufacturer's electrification strategy.