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Jul 04 2025EDUCATION

A Professor Who Inspires: The Legacy of Chrys Wesdemiotis

Chrys Wesdemiotis is a well-known figure in the scientific community. He has made significant contributions to various fields of research. His impact goes beyond his professional achievements. He has touched the lives of many students and colleagues. The University of Akron recently honored him wit

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

Kampala's Fight Against the Sudan Virus: A Look at the City's Response

In late 2022, Kampala, Uganda's bustling capital, faced an unexpected health challenge: the Sudan virus disease (SVD). This wasn't just any health issue; it was a serious one that needed quick action. The city's leaders had to think fast and act even faster to keep people safe. The Kampala Capital

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Jul 04 2025CRIME

Uncovering Hidden Crimes: Using Math to Spot Honour-Based Abuse

Honour-based abuse is a serious issue that includes things like forced marriage and female genital mutilation. It's hard to track because local data is scarce. To tackle this, experts used a clever method called comparative judgement. They asked people to compare different areas and guess which had

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

Rural China: How Disability Shifts Family Roles

In rural China, a husband's disability can change the family's work dynamic. Data from a large survey shows that when a husband can't work, the wife often steps up to care for him. This means she is less likely to have a job outside the home. The study also found that wives are more likely to work

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Jul 04 2025SCIENCE

Predicting Road Wear in Hot Climates: A Smart Approach

In hot and humid places, roads take a beating. The main issue is something called rutting, where tire tracks get deep over time. This is a big deal because it affects how we plan road maintenance. But predicting this has been tricky. A group of researchers decided to tackle this problem. They gathe

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

How Fathers' Past Hurts Can Shape a Baby's World

Fathers' past struggles might influence how their babies see faces. This isn't about pointing fingers. It's about seeing how tough times can ripple through generations. A recent study involved 239 dads and their 8-month-old babies. The dads talked about their childhood hardships. The babies' eye mov

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Jul 04 2025CRIME

When Feelings Clash in Court: How Empathy Shapes Justice

In the world of law, emotions can be a tricky thing. Should feelings play a role in legal decisions, or do they just muddy the waters? This question has been debated for a long time. To find some answers, researchers looked at real-life sentencing data and conducted experiments with mock juries. Fi

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Jul 04 2025BUSINESS

Work from Home: The New Routine

Remote work has become a permanent fixture in many people's lives. Unlike what some predicted, it didn't disappear after the pandemic. Instead, it settled into a steady rhythm, becoming a regular part of the workweek for countless individuals. Let's dive into the details. On average, college-educat

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Jul 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Trifold Phone: A Glimpse into the Future of Folding Tech

Samsung might have spilled the beans on its upcoming trifold phone, thanks to a recent software update. Hidden animations in the One UI 8 build hint at a device with three screens and a unique folding mechanism. This gadget, possibly named the "Galaxy G Fold, " was first hinted at during Samsung's J

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Jul 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Samsung Phones Don't Have Bigger Batteries

Samsung hasn't boosted the battery size of its Ultra phones in over half a decade. While Chinese brands are packing phones with massive batteries, Samsung sticks to around 5, 000mAh. Why? It's not just about tech; it's about rules. The U. S. has strict rules on lithium-ion batteries. These rules li

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