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Apr 28 2025CRIME

Mapping Fear in the City: How We Feel About Our Surroundings

The emotional landscape of a city is more than just buildings and streets. It is a complex mix of feelings, memories, and perceptions. Researchers have developed a way to map these emotions. They focus on how people feel about their environment and how safe they feel in it. The method is called Emo

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Apr 28 2025EDUCATION

How We Test Medical Students: MCQs vs. Short Answers

Medical students face tough tests. Two popular ways to check their knowledge are multiple choice questions (MCQs) and very short answer questions (VSAQs). These methods are used a lot in important exams. MCQs are quick and cover a lot of ground. They are also reliable. But they might not test how we

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Apr 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Oblivion Remastered: A Glitchy Start for PC Game Pass Users

The latest update for "The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered" has caused some headaches for PC Game Pass and Microsoft Store users. This update, meant for minor backend improvements, accidentally messed up the graphical settings for some players. The issue is specific to those playing on PC Game

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Apr 27 2025SCIENCE

Unlocking the Power of Urea Bonds in Everyday Stuff

Urea groups are tiny but mighty parts of molecules. They are found in both living organisms and man-made materials. These groups are known for their strength and ability to form special connections called hydrogen bonds. These bonds play a big role in how materials behave. Scientists have been stud

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Apr 27 2025SCIENCE

How Different Drying Methods Affect Abalone Peptides

Abalone is a type of sea snail that is often eaten in many countries. It is known for its high protein content and various health benefits. The way abalone is dried can change its structure and nutritional value. This is important for people who process and sell abalone products. Four different

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Apr 27 2025SCIENCE

The Secret to Better Motion Capture: Less is More

Motion capture technology is evolving. It is becoming easier to track movements without needing expensive gear. This is thanks to markerless motion capture. However, there is a problem. Most markerless systems do not match up well with traditional marker-based methods. The reason is simple. There is

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Apr 27 2025SCIENCE

Sichuan's Unique Brew: Unraveling the Mystery of Qu-aroma in Daqu

What makes Sichuan's Daqu stand out? The answer lies in its unique Qu-aroma. This special scent is a big deal when it comes to medium-high temperature Daqu. It's what makes one batch different from another. But why does it vary so much from one place to another? The secret is in the environment

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Apr 26 2025POLITICS

The Pentagon's Power Struggle: A Clash of Personalities

The Pentagon is in the middle of a messy situation. A leak investigation has caused a lot of drama and a few high-profile firings. The secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, is at the center of it all. His office has been a battleground, with ugly politics playing out between key staff members. Three

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Apr 26 2025ENVIRONMENT

Microplastic Menace: Clearing the Waters

Microplastics (MPs) are tiny plastic bits that are everywhere. They come from many sources like synthetic clothes, car tires, and plastic trash. These tiny particles are a big problem. They can soak up harmful chemicals and carry them around. This can mess up the environment and even harm people. MP

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Apr 25 2025CRIME

Young Lives Behind Bars: Unraveling Stories Through Fiction

In 2022, a unique project took place in Portugal. It involved young people in juvenile detention centers. The goal was to understand their experiences and perspectives. The project used a creative method called ethnofiction. This method blends real-life stories with fictional elements. It allowed th

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