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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Smart Sensors: Tracking City Air Pollution with Satellite Help

Air pollution, especially PM2. 5 particles that can cause serious health issues, is a major global problem. Knowing where to place sensors to monitor this pollution is a big challenge. It's like trying to find the best spots in a huge city maze, considering things like traffic, population, and weath

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Medication management and portals: A look into cognitive impairment

People living with cognitive impairment often rely on medications that affect their central nervous system. These drugs, known as CNS-active potentially inappropriate medications (CNS-PIM), can lead to harmful side effects. Patient portals, designed to help with medication conversations, could be a

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Nov 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Turkish Airlines Speeds Up Boarding with Facial Recognition

Turkish Airlines is testing a new way to make boarding faster. They're using facial recognition technology at airports in Boston and Miami, in the United States. This tech can cut boarding time by half! The airline plans to expand this to other destinations, like Istanbul and Seoul. How does it wor

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Nov 24 2024BUSINESS

Airplane Food: Behind the Scenes of In-Flight Meals

Imagine sitting on a plane, enjoying a meal at 35, 000 feet. You might not think about the journey that food took to get there. It's a complex process managed by catering companies, who make sure your inflight meal is as delicious and fresh as possible. Companies like Gate Gourmet work hard to ensur

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Beirut Shaken: Israeli Airstrikes Hit Multiple Areas

Last weekend, Beirut was rocked again by Israeli airstrikes. This time, central Beirut faced a powerful attack that left at least four dead and 33 injured. Buildings in the Basta neighborhood were severely damaged, with an eight-story residential building completely destroyed. These strikes followe

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Nov 23 2024TECHNOLOGY

hidden power: usaf's unique planes

Ever wondered what makes the United States Air Force (USAF) stand out? It's their amazing collection of one-of-a-kind aircraft. Let's take a look at a few of these extraordinary planes. The Lockheed C-5 Galaxy, a massive transport plane, has been around since the '70s. Only about 131 of these exist

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Classroom Virus Spread: How Humidity Can Help

The COVID-19 pandemic taught us a lot about how diseases spread indoors. One big lesson was that crowded, poorly ventilated spaces can be hotspots for infection. Most classrooms in the U. S. don't have mechanical ventilation, so they can fill up with tiny virus particles in the air. Scientists used

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Wheelchair Basketball: How It Boosts Lives in Conflict Zones

Imagine you're in a country torn by conflict, and you're one of the many people who use a wheelchair. Life can feel pretty tough, right? But for some, wheelchair basketball is more than just a sport—it's a lifeline. Researchers decided to find out just how important this game is for athletes from lo

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Brazil's Ex-President Bolsonaro Faces Coup Charges

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been indicted along with 36 others for allegedly trying to stage a coup after losing the 2022 elections. The federal police handed over their findings to the Supreme Court, which will decide if there's enough evidence to charge Bolsonaro. He denies all c

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Nov 22 2024BUSINESS

American Airlines Stops Line Cutters with New Tech

Imagine this: you're at the airport, eager to board your flight and squeeze into that coveted overhead bin space. But whoa, American Airlines has a new trick up their sleeve! They've just rolled out tech that won't let you scan your boarding pass until your group is called. It's all about keeping th

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