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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Japan's Airports & Police Team Up with Manga to Fight In-Flight Thefts

Imagine this: you're dozing off on a plane, and suddenly, your wallet is lighter—by a lot! In-flight thefts are on the rise again as travel picks up after the pandemic. Narita International Airport is taking action with a unique approach. Airport staff, along with police and airlines, are handing ou

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Hot Days and Violent Crimes: How Temperature Affects Crime Rates in US Cities

Ever wondered how the heat outside could influence what happens inside our cities? Well, it turns out that the temperature can have a pretty big impact on violent crime rates. Scientists have been studying this for years, but most of the time, they look at long periods and assume the effects are str

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Jan 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Black Myth: Wukong is Missing on Xbox

Ever wondered why the exciting action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, isn't available on Xbox Series S or X? Turns out, the game's developers at Game Science are facing some challenges. The Xbox Series S has 10 GB of shared memory, which can be a bit tricky for game developers, especially those who are sti

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Why Getting Used to Heat Helps Us Adapt to Extreme Conditions

Have you ever wondered how some people seem to handle high temperatures or low oxygen levels better than others? A recent study in mice suggests that acclimating to heat can actually help us adapt to extreme environments. Here's how it works: Scientists created a heat acclimation (HA) model using m

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Jan 02 2025FINANCE

Crypto and Meme Stocks Boom on the First Trading Day of 2025

As 2025 trading kicked off, the market was buzzing with speculation. Stocks linked to cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, took a leap forward. Bitcoin's price climbed over $96, 000, causing related stocks to surge. Microstrategy, for instance, added 3% to its already massive 360% gain from 2024. Other c

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Genetic Secrets of Alaska's Red King Crabs

Alaska's red king crabs, known for their massive size and delicious meat, are not just beloved seafood but also a vital resource for many communities. These crabs live in the rich and icy waters of the North Pacific, facing threats like climate change and overfishing. To better understand and protec

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Jan 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gaming Giants' Year in Review: How Did PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Do in 2024?

In 2024, the gaming world saw some ups and downs. Let's take a look at how the big three—PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo—fared this year. PlayStation had a mixed bag in 2024. They faced big setbacks like the failure of their live service game, Concord. This disaster might affect their future live s

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Volunteer Group Guardian Angels Returns to Subway Patrols, Mayor Adams Urges Caution

Mayor Adams has warned the Guardian Angels to keep their activities in check after the volunteer group announced plans to resume subway patrols following a tragic incident. The group, led by Curtis Sliwa, intends to conduct wellness checks on homeless individuals and report issues to the NYPD. This

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Jan 01 2025EDUCATION

Alabama Launches New Education Fund for Private Schools and Homeschooling

Starting this Thursday, certain Alabama families can apply for a fresh state program that offers cash for private school tuition and homeschooling costs. This program, dubbed the CHOOSE Act, is set to give eligible families up to $7, 000 for private school expenses or $2, 000 for home schooling. It'

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

California's New Crime Laws: A Balance Between Toughness and Reform

In the beginning of 2025, California is rolling out a set of new laws designed to tackle crime, especially retail theft. These laws come after a period where punishments had been eased. Experts note that while these new laws may make penalties stronger, they don't mark a return to the strict policie

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