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Nov 08 2024EDUCATION

Mobile Health Apps: A Glimpse into Ethiopian University Students' Habits

In the heart of Ethiopia, Debre Markos University is buzzing with health science students who are increasingly turning to mobile health apps for managing their well-being. With smartphones becoming a staple among the youth, these apps offer a flexible way to promote healthy lifestyles without the co

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Russia's 20th Century Migration: A Shifting Framework

In the 20th century, Russia's focus on political matters cast a shadow over economic migration. The government sought total control over its citizens, but couldn't always pull it off. Migrants often slipped through the cracks due to mixed efforts from central and local authorities. As the Soviet Uni

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Nov 07 2024FINANCE

Checking Your Financial Model's Health: A Post-Event Checkup

Financial experts rely on factor models to grasp how different assets behave together and manage risks. But after major events like the COVID-19 pandemic, these models might need a reality check. That's where the mosaic permutation test comes in. It's a clever way to ensure your models are still doi

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Nov 07 2024SCIENCE

Alien Hunting: The Tricky Science

Imagine you're on a quest to find aliens. But what exactly are you searching for? And how do you know if you've found them? Scientists use a slightly different approach. They think about it like a test with two results: true or not quite right. They use something called the Bayes factor to compare t

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Why Do People Join Conspiracy Groups on Reddit?

Have you ever wondered what draws people to online communities that spread conspiracy theories? A recent study took a close look at Reddit to find out. Researchers followed the online activities of over 60, 000 users, dividing them into those who would later join conspiracy communities and those who

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Health Apps on Campus: A Snapshot at Debre Markos University

In 2022, smartphones became like extra limbs for young people, especially university students. At Debre Markos University in Ethiopia, health science students were no exception. They were exploring mobile health apps, tools designed to help manage health better, anytime and anywhere. This was differ

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Nov 06 2024RELIGION

Religion, Social Media, and Bridging Divides

Religion can be a powerful force for good, promoting cooperation, civic engagement, and life satisfaction. However, it can also lead to conflicts and prejudices, especially when people of different faiths interact little with each other. A study looked at a social network from Weibo, China's version

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Nov 06 2024SCIENCE

Insects Read Odors in a Snap

Ever wondered how tiny insects like fruit fly larvae can zip through their environment, seeking out food and avoiding danger? It all starts with their olfactory receptor neurons (ORNs). These guys are the first responders to smells. Scientists wanted to figure out how these ORNs help larvae navigate

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Nov 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Weather Data: A New Way

Weather is studied using weather stations scattered worldwide. These stations collect data on various weather phenomena. Many organizations set up networks of these stations to gather data. The data is then sent to processing centers. However, the methods used to transmit this data aren't ideal. The

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Nov 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Huawei's Big Hire Hunt: Poaching TSMC Engineers

You might have heard about the ongoing feud between Huawei and the US government. It's been a big deal in the tech world, with Huawei facing sanctions that make it tough for them to get the latest chips. But Huawei isn't letting that stop them. They're on a mission to expand their chip manufacturing

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