Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshot
Two big names in tech, Peter Thiel and Michael Saylor, are making waves in the crypto world. They're both investing heavily, but their strategies couldn't be more different. Saylor, the head of Strategy, is going all-in on Bitcoin. He's been buying up as much as he can, using a unique method. His c
Seelen UI is a unique tool that changes how Windows looks and feels. It's like giving your computer a makeover. This tool is inspired by the customizable desktops found in Linux. It's not perfect, but it shows what's possible. Seelen UI changes the look of your desktop. It adds a toolbar at the top
Developing countries face a tough challenge. They want to grow using technology. But they also want to protect the environment. It's a tricky balance. First, let's talk about technology. It's great for growth. But it needs lots of energy. If that energy comes from dirty sources, it causes pollution
People don't join conspiracy groups because they are stupid or easily fooled. It's more about finding a sense of belonging and support. A recent study followed people as they got more involved in these groups. Researchers spent five years talking to members, joining online chats, and going to meetin
Eating enough fruits and vegetables is a big deal for staying healthy. But guess what? Most people around the world aren't eating enough of them. So, what can be done to change this? Let's dive in. First, let's talk about what's been tried. A lot of different strategies have been tested to get peop
A recent study has uncovered a troubling trend: Americans are reading less for fun, and the gap between Black and white readers is widening. The research, published in iScience, looked at data from over 236, 000 people aged 15 and older, collected between 2003 and 2023, with 2020 excluded due to the
Dinosaurs with armor and spikes are not new. But a recent discovery in Morocco has revealed a new species that makes its relatives look tame. This dinosaur, Spicomellus afer, is the punk rock star of its family. It had huge spikes and bony collars that would make any other dinosaur envious. The dis
The government is doing something unusual. They're buying parts of big companies. Recently, they got a piece of Intel, a tech company that's been having a tough time. But Intel is just the start. The people in charge say they might do this with other companies too, especially those that work with de
COVID-19 might not be as scary as it once was, but it's still around and causing trouble, especially during the summer. This year, a new subvariant named XFG, also called "Stratus, " is making its way through California, causing a rise in cases. Experts say this isn't surprising because COVID tends
