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Beliefs Stick Even When Money's on the Line

November 20, 2024

Politically charged misinformation is a tricky beast. People often reject or accept it based on their beliefs, not facts. Some think it's because folks don't really care about the truth. But what happens when you offer a reward for telling it like it is? Previous tests showed that people's bias dro

environment

How Sound and Scene Match Up Affects Our Comfort

November 20, 2024

Have you ever noticed how the sounds around you can change how you feel? Like how birds chirping makes a park feel peaceful, but traffic noise can make it feel busy and maybe even uncomfortable? Scientists call this 'soundscape appropriateness', or SA for short. It's like how well the sounds around

health

AI in Disaster Triage: How Tech Helps Sort the Injured

November 20, 2024

Emergencies happen everywhere, and they're happening more often. With more people getting hurt, traditional ways of sorting patients don't cut it anymore. That's where smart triage systems come in—they use artificial intelligence to quickly figure out who needs help the most. This study looks into h

education

Teachers and School Leaders Meet Face-to-Face: A Step Toward Resolving Marblehead Strike

November 19, 2024

On Monday, the Marblehead Education Association (MEA) shared their hopes that direct discussions with the School Committee could help find a solution to the ongoing strike. This strike has kept classrooms closed for five school days. The MEA has been eager to sit down with the committee since mediat

environment

How Storm Worries Impacted New Jersey Families After Hurricane Sandy

November 18, 2024

Have you ever wondered how folks prep for storms, and if it makes a difference afterwards? Research has focused a lot on getting ready for big weather events, but not on how people's worries before a storm affect how they bounce back. A study about families hit by Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey took

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Jared Isaacman: Aviation Enthusiast and Globe-Trotter

November 18, 2024

Jared Isaacman, a passionate entrepreneur and aviation lover from New Jersey, has made waves in both technology and air travel. After studying at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, he founded United Bank Card in the 1990s, which handles billions in transactions yearly. Isaacman's interest in avia

health

Work Disability and Heart Disease in Young Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis: What's the Link?

November 18, 2024

Young adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) might face a higher risk of heart disease if they become unable to work due to their condition. A recent study looked into this idea by examining data from the CorEvitas registry. Researchers compared two groups of people under 65 with RA: those who develo

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Boeing's Second Wave of Layoffs: An Employee's Perspective

November 17, 2024

This week, Boeing workers started receiving layoff notices. The company had announced last month that it would cut jobs to save money. Many employees were caught off guard by this decision. The layoffs are happening in phases. Between November 13th and 15th, employees will get layoff notices. On No

health

Meet STAREE: A Big Study on Statins and Older People's Health

November 16, 2024

Ever wondered if taking statins can help healthy older folks avoid heart problems? That's exactly what the STAREE trial is trying to figure out. This is a big deal because doctors aren't sure if the benefits of statins outweigh the risks for older people who don't already have heart issues. STAREE i

science

Understanding Overlying Strata Movement in Longwall Mining

November 15, 2024

Did you know that what happens above a coal mine can affect its safety and the land above? Imagine a huge chunk of land collapsing because of mining activities underground. This is what we call overlying strata collapse. It can cause big problems like cracks in the ground, the land sinking, and even