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Police robots put on permanent patrol at Singapore airport

Singapore’s main international airport is going ahead with the permanent deployment of police robots following a successful trial of the technology......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsJun 19th, 2023

Roundup: Govee"s selection of smart lights makes the holidays brighter

Govee products can finally join Apple Home thanks to Matter, so here are a few great holiday decoration options from Christmas tree lights to permanent outdoor LEDs.Bring smarts to your holiday lighting with Govee's Matter-compatible lightsGovee gave.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 22nd, 2024

Broadcast police communications may pose privacy risks, especially to Black men

Police radio transmissions contain personally identifiable information that could pose privacy risks for members of the public, especially Black males, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State and the University of Chicago......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 21st, 2024

Study: Yes, tapping on frescoes can reveal defects

Acousticians put a traditional "knock" test for delaminated areas to the test. The US Capitol building in Washington, DC, is adorned with multiple lavish murals created in the 19t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 21st, 2024

Study finds 90% of drink spiking goes unreported in UK

Only one in 10 drink spiking incidents are reported to police, according to research published today by Drinkaware and Anglia Ruskin University (ARU)......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 20th, 2024

Virtual reality could be gamechanger in police-civilian crisis encounters

Mental illness significantly increases the risk of arrest during police encounters, with 25% of those with mental health conditions reporting arrest histories. Studies reveal frequent use of excessive force and 25% of fatal police encounters involve.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 20th, 2024

Astronauts found to process some tasks slower in space, but no signs of permanent cognitive decline

A stay in space exerts extreme pressures on the human body. Astronauts' bodies and brains are impacted by radiation, altered gravity, challenging working conditions, and sleep loss—all of which could compromise cognitive functioning. At the same ti.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 20th, 2024

How the Science of Curiosity Boosts Learning

Understanding curiosity can help people—and robots—learn faster.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsNov 19th, 2024

Apple reveals the most popular podcasts of 2024, with nine different Top 10 lists

Apple has put together no fewer than nine different Top 10 lists, revealing the most popular podcasts of 2024. The lists kick off with the top shows of the year, but go on to list the most popular in a number of different categories, from new show.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsNov 19th, 2024

Healthy "New Towns": Revitalizing neighborhoods in the wake of aging populations

Planned suburban residential neighborhoods in metropolitan areas known as new towns were initially developed in England. The new town movement spread from Europe to East Asia, such as to Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Singapore. In Japan alone, 2.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 19th, 2024

Why school police officers may not be the most effective way to prevent violence

In 1975, only 1% of public schools had their own police officers. Today, 44% do. A large reason for the increase is the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, which led to the creation of the federal Community Oriented Policing Servic.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 19th, 2024

Nanorobots move closer to clinical trials with new model that helps them navigate through the bloodstream

From repairing deadly brain bleeds to tackling tumors with precise chemotherapy, micro/nano-robots (MNRs) are a promising, up-and-coming tool that have the power to substantially advance health care. However, this tool still has difficulty navigating.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 18th, 2024

Fayetteville police positive about partnership with social workers

In 2021, the University of Arkansas School of Social Work partnered with the Fayetteville Police Department to pair officers with social workers trained to help people suffering mental crises. Initially, the officers were supportive of the effort but.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 15th, 2024

One or many? Exploring the population groups of the Antarctic blue whale using historical mark-recovery data

Hunted nearly to extinction during 20th century whaling, the Antarctic blue whale, the world's largest animal, went from a population size of roughly 200,000 to little more than 300. The most recent estimate in 2004 put Antarctic blue whales at less.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 15th, 2024

Study of US law enforcement co-responder programs identifies wide variations

In response to demands for police reform, agencies have begun to pursue alternative responses to calls involving mental health crises. Across the United States, jurisdictions are adopting co-responder teams that bring qualified mental or behavioral h.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 15th, 2024

AI Analysis of Police Body Camera Videos Reveals What Typically Happens during Traffic Stops

Examining body camera videos at scale reveals racial differences in how police treat drivers during traffic stops—and what corrective programs really work.....»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Uniformed police reduced public sexual harassment more than undercover officers new research finds

Sexual harassment, whether it's catcalling or groping, is one of the most pervasive forms of violence against women in the world......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Spain flood epicenter under highest alert for fresh rain

Spain's national weather agency put parts of the eastern Valencia region under the highest alert level for rain on Wednesday, two weeks after floods killed more than 200 people there......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 14th, 2024

Carry-On trailer: Taron Egerton must save an airport from holiday destruction

In the new trailer for Netflix's Carry-On, Taron Egerton plays a TSA agent blackmailed into letting a mysterious package through security......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 12th, 2024

Research monkeys still having a ball days after busting out of lab, police say

They pose no risk to human health, and they're living their best lives. If you need any inspiration for cutting loose and relaxing this weekend, look no further than a free-wheeli.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 9th, 2024

Scout Terra vs. Tesla Cybertruck: retro and futuristic, head to head

The Scout Terra represents the relaunch of the Scout Motors brand, but how does it compare with the Tesla Cybertruck? We put the two head-to-head......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024