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Q&A: Other countries put lives before guns. Why can"t we?

As police fanned out Thursday in pursuit of the gunman who killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine—the deadliest U.S. mass shooting of the year—the nation once again confronted its epidemic of firearms violence. Every year in the U.S., tens of thousa.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgOct 27th, 2023

Research shows disproportionate flood exposure for least polluting nations

A study published in Environmental Research Letters has exposed for the first time, how inhabitants of the smallest countries globally, contributing least to climate change, already bear the brunt of its devastating consequences and the burden is lik.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

Sega is delisting 60 classic games from Steam, so now’s the time to grab them

Nobody loses games they already bought, but the clock is ticking. Sega has put dozens of its Master System, Genesis, Saturn, and other console titles onto modern game stores over.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 8th, 2024

BioWare finds time to celebrate N7 Day in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Dragon Age: The Veilguard just released, so BioWare put a little N7 Day easter egg inside the game......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Why the "Housing First" approach has struggled to fulfill its promise of ending homelessness

Over the past 15 years, the Housing First approach has gained traction as an evidence-based solution to tackling homelessness in many developed countries, including Canada......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Multi-country study finds significant differences in how poverty is passed from parents to children

Researchers from Stockholm University, Bocconi University, and the Rockwool Foundation have studied poverty's lasting impact across generations in wealthy countries. By examining the United States, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany,.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

New framework uses games of chance to put "price" on intangible assets

A new statistical model could help to address the age-old question of how to price non-physical, intangible goods like data, say scientists......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Decades after global regulations, the Arctic Ocean"s legacy persistent organic pollutants haven"t dropped

The presence of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in all the world's oceans but one has been in steady decline since 2001, when 152 countries agreed on a comprehensive global ban. The exception has been the Arctic Ocean, which has seen a sharp ris.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Researchers call for nuanced understanding of "tribe" in Arab world

The study of Arab tribes should not be abandoned because Middle East and North African citizens continue to insist on the relevance of the term in their daily lives, says a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Political Science......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Ever heard of “Llady Gaga”? Universal files piracy suit over alleged knockoffs.

Universal sues Believe, a music distributor in over 50 countries. Universal Music Group yesterday sued a music firm that allegedly distributes pirated songs on popular streaming s.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

African countries shouldn"t have to borrow money to fix climate damage they never caused, says economist

As we approach the global annual climate change conference, COP29, the need for increased public finance from the global north to address climate adaptation in Africa has become more urgent than ever......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Africa"s cities are growing chaotically fast, but there"s still time to get things right, say experts

Cities are vital engines of economic growth, innovation and social progress. They shape the futures of nations and the lives of millions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Survey highlights "publish or perish" culture as key factor in research irreproducibility

An international survey involving over 1,600 biomedical researchers has shed light on the perceived causes of irreproducibility in research results. The survey, which included participants from various countries and research institutions, aimed to id.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Stardew Valley is testing an exciting, experimental new multiplayer feature

Stardew Valley's experimental mobile multiplayer update is now available to those who put in a secret code on the game's title screen......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Level up the fun with the top mobile games at Google Play Store

Mobile gaming has become a big part of players’ lives, giving fun and a way to relax anytime, anywhere. If you’re looking for great games to play on the go, the Google Play Store has fantastic options. Here are five top games that are easy to.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Holiday gift guide 2024: best gifts for the Apple lovers in your life

Tis the season — if you're struggling to come up with great gifts for the Apple fanatic in your life, our helpful gift guide should put you on the right track.Image Credit: Ylanite on PixabayWith the holidays right around the corner, you're probabl.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Defibrillation devices can still save lives using 1,000 times less electricity, optimized model finds

In a paper published in Chaos, researchers from Sergio Arboleda University in Bogotá, Colombia, and the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta used an electrophysiological computer model of the heart's electrical circuits to examine the effect o.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Study explores how Rwanda and Ethiopia tried to shape the future of development in Africa

Contemporary economic challenges in Africa appear to be shifting the continent into a new era of development. From COVID-19 to war-induced inflation, many countries in Africa are facing significant economic challenges. The crises of recent years come.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Small reductions to meat production in wealthier countries may help fight climate change

Scientists and environmental activists have consistently called for drastic reductions in meat production as a way to reduce emissions and, in doing so, combat climate change. However, a new analysis concludes that a smaller reduction, borne by wealt.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Kitchen renovation could reduce household air pollution and save lives in rural China

A study published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology highlights the health benefits of kitchen renovation as a cost-effective way to mitigate household air pollution in rural China......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

How to get and use Prize Tickets in Stardew Valley

Put those hard-earned Prize Tickets to use in Stardew Valley while also learning where you can collect these tickets and what prizes are in store for you......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024