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City Beautification: Does It Boost Urban Fairness?

December 13, 2024

Ever wondered if making cities look nice and civilized actually helps everyone in the city? A recent study looked into this using China's "National Civilized City" program as a test case. They checked out 272 cities from 2003 to 2020 and found some interesting stuff. First off, making cities civili

business

Workplaces That Truly Embrace Diversity: 2025's Standouts

December 12, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of work, diversity isn't just a buzzword—it's a key to success. Companies that welcome people from all walks of life, from different ages and races to various genders and sexual orientations, are not only doing the right thing but also boosting their business. About 80% of

health

A New Approach to Detecting Alopecia Areata Without a Scalpel

December 10, 2024

Have you ever heard of alopecia areata incognita? It's a tricky type of hair loss that mostly affects women between 20 and 40. The tough part? It looks like other hair loss conditions, making it easy to mix up. Doctors often have to rely on their clinical instincts, trichoscopy (using a special micr

health

Unraveling the Mystery of Diverticular Disease

December 9, 2024

Diverticular disease is a growing concern worldwide, especially in Western countries and increasingly in Asia. You might know it as diverticulosis or diverticulitis. The problem? It's getting more common, and when it flares up into diverticulitis, it can lead to serious health issues and big medical

crime

University Students Face Reduced Charges After Alleged Attack

December 9, 2024

Recently, a group of students from Salisbury University in Maryland were involved in an incident that made headlines. They were initially charged with serious crimes, including hate crimes, after allegedly attacking a man they had lured to an off-campus apartment. However, the charges for most of th

crime

New York City’s Uptick in Crime: A Look at the Thompson Murder

December 9, 2024

The recent murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City street isn't just another tragic event. It's a snapshot of the city's sliding security. Sure, New York has always had its share of high-profile crimes, like the killings of John Lennon and Meir Kahane. But those incidents ha

technology

A New Social Space for LGBTQ+ Professionals: Famm Connect Launches

December 8, 2024

Ever wondered where LGBTQ+ professionals and business owners can connect and support each other? Enter Famm Connect, a new social networking app created by BIPOC queer couple Cat Perez and Marianna Di Regolo. Their discovery platform, Famm, has been helping users find LGBTQ-owned businesses. Now, th

celebrities

Kate Middleton Opens Up About a Tough Year

December 8, 2024

Princess Kate, 42, shared some personal insights at her fourth annual carol service at Westminster Abbey on December 6. With her husband, Prince William, and their three kids in tow, she chatted with singer Paloma Faith about the unexpected challenges she faced this year. Kate revealed that it had b

health

Changing Humidity Levels for Preemies: A Study

December 6, 2024

Scientists recently studied how quickly lowering humidity in incubators affects tiny, extremely preterm babies. They wanted to see if suddenly stopping or slowly reducing the humidity caused temperature issues, like getting too cold or hot, or problems with their body's salt balance or skin. The stu

science

Unlocking Ash Secrets: A Better Way to Measure Metal Levels

December 6, 2024

Digging into solid waste incineration ash, scientists found that current methods to measure heavy metals and elements like calcium (Ca) and aluminum (Al) weren't cutting it. Why? Because the structure of the ash, especially the silicon dioxide (SiO2), was tough to break down. Using hydrofluoric acid