The use of sterile gloves when treating wounds has long been considered a standard practice to prevent infections. However, a recent meta-analysis of randomized trials is challenging this notion. According to the pooled results of four randomized controlled trials (RCTs), there is no significant difference in the risk of surgical site infections when using sterile
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In a decision that was widely expected, the Bank of England announced on Thursday that it will keep its main interest rate unchanged at 5.25%. This decision comes as the central bank aims to maintain a restrictive monetary policy for an extended period of time. Although some members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) argued
Longtime Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw, currently in the early stages of recovering from shoulder surgery, recently revealed that he has not yet made a decision about whether he will re-sign with the Los Angeles team to continue his baseball career. Speaking to AM 570 LA Sports, Kershaw shared that he is still in the process
In a baffling turn of events, a 17-year-old British boy named Alex Batty, who went missing back in 2017, has finally been located in France. This incredible discovery was made by French authorities in the town of Revel, located east of Toulouse. It marks the end of a six-year ordeal for the young teenager and
Adobe, the software giant, saw a sharp decline in its shares during extended trading on Wednesday, dropping more than 6%. The company’s underwhelming forecast for 2024 left investors disappointed. Despite beating estimates for its latest quarter’s earnings and revenue, Adobe’s guidance failed to meet Wall Street’s expectations. In the fiscal fourth quarter, Adobe’s revenue grew
Etsy, the renowned e-commerce platform known for its handmade items and connections with local artisans, is facing significant challenges as it navigates a “very challenging” macro and competitive environment. In response to these difficulties, the company has made the difficult decision to lay off approximately 11% of its workforce, amounting to around 225 employees, during
In an incident that left residents shocked and emergency services scrambling, a massive explosion followed by a raging fire has caused chaos and devastation in Treforest, South Wales. The explosion occurred at the Mindset Gym located on Severn Road in the industrial estate, leading to a large fire that quickly engulfed the building. Firefighters are
In a recent development, a federal judge has decided to put a pause on Donald Trump’s election interference case. The former president had appealed the judge’s decision to not dismiss the criminal charges against him on the grounds of presidential immunity. This ruling could potentially delay the start of Trump’s trial, which was originally set
Steven Yeun and producer Christina Oh have joined forces to establish Celadon Pictures, a production company that aims to create groundbreaking content for both film and television. This collaboration stems from their successful partnership on Bong Joon-Ho’s “Okja” and the critically acclaimed “Minari,” which earned them Oscar nominations. With Celadon Pictures, Yeun and Oh are
The Federal Reserve has made the decision to keep its key interest rate steady for the third consecutive meeting, signaling a sense of stability in the economy. The benchmark overnight borrowing rate will remain in the targeted range of 5.25% to 5.5%. This decision was made by the policymakers on the Federal Open Market Committee