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May 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

River Watch: Spotting City and Farm Pollution

A new system has been set up to tell the difference between pollution that comes from a city and pollution that comes from farms or factories. The idea is to help people fix the river faster by knowing exactly where bad water is coming from. The project was tested on the Sile River in Treviso,

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May 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is changing the way people make bets

Prediction markets have grown fast—from sports to politics to crypto. Most sites just show odds without explaining why one choice might be better. That’s where Poly Truth ($PTRUE) comes in. Instead of pushing users to bet blindly, it acts like a data detective. It checks news, odds, social media, an

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Big Data Tools in Surgery: What Works and What Doesn't

Researchers often turn to large health databases to study surgical outcomes. One popular option is TriNetX, a platform that collects real-world medical data. But can it really help answer key questions about surgeries? The short answer is yes—but only if used carefully. TriNetX pulls patient record

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Massachusetts is using tech to fight potholes before they start

Every year, Massachusetts spends millions fixing potholes that form when small cracks grow into big problems. Instead of waiting for complaints from drivers, the state now uses a truck packed with lasers and sensors to scan roads before damage becomes visible. The truck moves at normal speeds, colle

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Feb 27 2026LIFESTYLE

Dog Walks Revealed: Which Breeds Take the Fewest Steps

Recent data from smart collars shows that some dog breeds walk far less than expected. The study tracked millions of steps over 90 days across the U. S. , using GPS collars that now include smaller dogs thanks to a new model. The results reveal a wide range: the most active pups can reach over 20, 0

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Jan 20 2026HEALTH

Smart Tech Tackles Public Health in Essex County

Essex County is making waves in public health with a new high-tech approach. They're using artificial intelligence and machine learning to tackle everything from lead exposure to rodent problems. The tech, developed by Esri, is the same used by Johns Hopkins for their famous COVID-19 tracker. It's n

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and Your Paycheck: What the Numbers Really Say

The idea that climate change is shrinking U. S. salaries by 12% is making the rounds, but does it hold up? Let's break it down. First, the claim comes from a study that imagines a world without man-made greenhouse gas emissions. It then estimates how much richer Americans would be in that imaginary

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Jan 16 2026CRIME

Violence Against the Homeless: A Closer Look at the Numbers

The numbers tell a grim story. From 2015 to 2022, there were over 42, 000 reports of violence against people experiencing homelessness. That's a lot of people hurt. The reports show a steady increase each year, except for 2020. That year, during the pandemic, the numbers dropped. But in 2021, the re

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Jan 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Breaking Down Air Pollution: A Smarter Way to Predict PM2. 5

Air pollution is a big problem, especially in North China. Tiny particles called PM2. 5 are a major cause of haze and can mess up daily life and work. These particles come from heavy industry, which has made the air quality in the region pretty bad. Figuring out how to predict PM2. 5 levels is super

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Dec 25 2025RELIGION

Nigeria's Forgotten People: Who Are the Displaced?

Nigeria is facing a growing issue. Many individuals are being pushed out of their homes. But who exactly are these people? And what drives them to leave? The answer isn't straightforward. Official records often lack detailed information about their religious backgrounds, making it challenging to gra

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