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Apr 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Blue Checks Arrive on Bluesky

Bluesky is introducing a new way to verify accounts, similar to the blue check marks seen on other social media platforms. This change comes as the platform has seen a surge in users since it opened to the public in early 2024. Before this, users could verify themselves by adding custom domains to t

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Apr 04 2025CRIME

Lighting Up Safety: How Streetlights Affect Crime in Chile

Streetlights play a big role in keeping cities safe. In Chile, a big project replaced old streetlights with new ones. The goal was to see if this change would cut down on crime and other issues in public spaces. The project looked at 101 places where lights were upgraded. It also compared them to 2

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Feb 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Bluesky: Where Do the Users Stand?

Bluesky is a new social media platform that's like Twitter but with a twist. It's decentralized, which means it's not controlled by one big company. This makes it special because users have more control over their data. The platform has been around since February 2023 and has grown to include five m

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Contraceptive Use Among Street Women in Ethiopia: A Closer Look

Street women in Ethiopia face immense challenges, including limited access to healthcare. These women, who earn their living on the streets by begging or sleeping rough, are often overlooked and marginalized. This study delved into how these women use modern contraceptives and what factors influence

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Dec 01 2024TECHNOLOGY

Bluesky Tackles Impersonation with New Policies

Bluesky, a rapidly growing social media platform, is addressing the issue of impersonation as more celebrities and influencers join. The company recently updated its policies to become more “assertive” in dealing with fake accounts. Impersonators and those who squat on usernames will now face accoun

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Safer Eats: A New Approach in Ouagadougou

Street food is a quick bite enjoyed by many in cities, but it can also be a health hazard, especially in less wealthy countries. In Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, a study looked into how teaching chicken sellers about food safety could improve things. The program taught vendors about cleanliness and gav

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