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Nov 20 2024ENVIRONMENT

How Sound and Scene Match Up Affects Our Comfort

Have you ever noticed how the sounds around you can change how you feel? Like how birds chirping makes a park feel peaceful, but traffic noise can make it feel busy and maybe even uncomfortable? Scientists call this 'soundscape appropriateness', or SA for short. It's like how well the sounds around

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Nov 20 2024SCIENCE

UFO Office: No Aliens Yet, but Still Investigating

The Pentagon's UFO chief, Jon Kosloski, recently spoke to the Senate. He said his office, the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), hasn't found any solid proof of aliens. But they're still looking into some really strange objects. These aren't just birds, balloons, or drones. They're differe

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Nov 20 2024EDUCATION

Checking if One Question Can Detect Food Insecurity in College Students

Food insecurity is a big issue for many college students. Researchers are curious if a single question can effectively spot food insecurity. This study took a closer look at whether one simple question could be enough to identify food insecurity among college students. Researchers wanted to see if

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Weather Warnings: What Kenyan Pregnant Women and Caregivers Think and Do

Imagine living in a rural area in Kenya, like Kilifi, where the weather can be harsh, especially for pregnant women and new mothers. Extreme weather isn't just uncomfortable; it poses real risks for infant health. Heat and storms can lead to stillbirths, premature births, and difficulties in accessi

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Nov 20 2024WEATHER

Storm Surge: A Big Deal in the Northwest

Get ready, Pacific Northwest! A supercharged storm, known as a bomb cyclone, is sweeping over the region. California, Oregon, and Washington are in its path. This powerful storm forms when the pressure drops fast, making winds super strong. Weather experts warn about blizzards, intense winter storm

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Safety Check: What Can Go Wrong with Telerehabilitation?

Have you ever wondered what happens when therapy goes digital? Telerehabilitation, or remote therapy, has been growing in popularity, but it's not without its bumps. This review took a close look at the challenges and setbacks that come with telerehabilitation. From minor inconveniences to more seri

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Nov 20 2024BUSINESS

Bay Area Bridge Tolls: Going Up Again?

Are you ready to pay more to drive across Bay Area bridges? The Bay Area Toll Authority is considering another toll hike starting in 2026. They want to know what you think at a public meeting next Wednesday. The meeting is at their headquarters in San Francisco and online, starting at 9:35 a. m. You

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Nov 20 2024BUSINESS

Planning for a Small Business Exit: A Casual Guide

Starting a small business is tough. But have you thought about what happens when you want to retire? It turns out, figuring out how to step away can be even more challenging. Mike Roach, who co-founded Paloma Clothing in Portland, Oregon, in 1975, realized he needed a plan after nearly 50 years. His

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Nov 20 2024EDUCATION

Marblehead Teachers and School Officials: Moving Towards a Deal?

In Marblehead, teachers and school officials are starting to make some real headway in their talks. The Marblehead Education Association (MEA) President, Jonathan Heller, shared that after a long wait, negotiations finally happened face-to-face on Monday. He's hopeful that these discussions will lea

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Nov 20 2024EDUCATION

What Spanish Youth Expect in Romantic Relationships: A New Measure

You know how sometimes people say, "There's no map for relationships"? Well, maybe there should be! This project aimed to create a tool that measures what young adults in their late teens to thirties are looking for in their romantic relationships. The team of researchers designed the Expectations T

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