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Jan 04 2025SCIENCE

Bike Crash Types: Risk Factors on UK Roads

Ever wondered why certain bike crashes happen so often on UK roads? Let's dive into three common types: overtaking, rear-end, and door crashes. Research has mostly focused on intersection crashes, but what about those that happen on road segments? This study aims to shed light on the risk factors fo

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Jan 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Court Halts FCC's Attempt to Reinstate Net Neutrality Rules

On Thursday, a court decision dashed the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) hopes to bring back net neutrality rules. A panel of three judges ruled that the FCC didn't have the power to enforce these rules under the "telecommunications service" provision of the Communications Act. The core is

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Jan 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Get Ready for Adventures: Jackery Explorer 300 is Now $169

Are you gearing up for camping trips or preparing for power outages in 2025? The Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station is now more affordable than ever, priced at just $169 on Amazon. This is a $90 reduction and the lowest price seen so far for this model. Weighing in at over seven pounds, th

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Understanding Tetanus: What University Students in Lahore Know About the Vaccine

Tetanus is a nasty infection caused by bacteria called Clostridium tetani. It can mess with your nervous system and make your muscles super tight. This study looked into what non-medical university students in Lahore, Pakistan, know about the tetanus vaccine, especially after road accidents. The ma

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Jan 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Watch the NYC Ball Drop from Home: Tips & Fun Facts

Imagine ringing in the New Year with thousands of people in Times Square, but without leaving your couch. You can! The famous ball drop in NYC's Times Square is broadcast and livestreamed, so you don't have to deal with the crowds. One way to catch the action is via NBC New York's Times Square Live

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Jan 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Waymo: A Safe Ride on New Year's Eve

Imagine celebrating New Year's Eve without worrying about drunk drivers. That's the promise of Waymo, a self-driving car service. Dr. Brian Hoeflinger, a neurosurgeon from Ohio, knows the pain of losing a loved one to a drunk driving accident. His son Brian died in 2013. Now, he's hoping that Waymo

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Jan 01 2025WEATHER

Cleveland Gears Up for More Snow: ODOT Takes Action

Winter weather is coming back again, with significant snowfall expected in select areas starting Wednesday morning. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is getting ready to tackle the snowy roads. Brent Kovacs, the Public Information Officer for ODOT District 12, shared that rain will preced

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrate 2025: Star-Studded Shows and Global Festivities

Another year is about to wrap up, and there's no shortage of ways to ring in 2025. "Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin' Eve" on ABC kicks off at 8 PM EST with Ryan Seacrest and a lineup including Alanis Morissette, Rita Ora, and Carrie Underwood. ABC will stream the show on Hulu the next day. Over on CN

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Jan 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Slovak Roads Captured: A Look at Different Conditions

Imagine you're on a road trip across Slovakia, capturing everything from the bustling city streets to the peaceful countryside lanes. That's exactly what a team did using a Land Rover Defender equipped with high-tech gear. They clocked almost 33 hours of driving, using a top-notch camera that snaps

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Dec 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

A Game-Changing Space Launch: Astranis's Four Satellites Head to Orbit

On December 29, SpaceX sent four satellites built by Astranis towards geostationary orbit. This launch was unique because it marked the first time a single company launched four of its own satellites on one mission to GEO. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the satellites blasted off at midnight from Florid

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