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Skeptical Science New Research for Week #32 2024

Open access notables Absence of causality between seismic activity and global warming, Verbitsky et al., Earth System Dynamics: There is no more consequential scientific matter today than global warming. The societal and policy implications, however, hinge …

2024-08-08 05:20

2024 Paris Olympics results: Quincy Hall and Kenneth Rooks get big track wins for Team USA, U.S. women’s basketball moves on Day 12

It was another day of huge and historic wins for Team USA, with knockout games ramping up for team sports.

2024-08-07 23:49

Hall gives US another come-from-behind gold at Paris Olympics

paris — Quincy Hall became the latest American to electrify Olympic track and field with an out-of-nowhere comeback Wednesday night at the Paris Olympics.  Hall sprinted from far behind in the 400 meters to reel in three runners and capture the gold medal. …

2024-08-07 22:44

No es lo mismo ganar una medalla para España que para Corea del Sur. Dinero, vacas y hasta colonoscopias gratis

No descubrimos nada nuevo si decimos que las “primas” económicas de las diferentes modalidades deportivas de los JJOO de París, varían en función de las federaciones y los países. Sin embargo, es posible que pocas veces te hayas sentado a prestarle atención a…

2024-08-07 16:01

Olympic 2024 Medal Count: Final Tally, Winners from Day 12 Early Events

A unique set of events handed out medals on Wednesday morning at the 2024 Summer Olympics. The mixed race walk relay, women's speed sport climbing and the…

2024-08-07 15:52

Former NT Labor minister Elliot McAdam remembered as a 'fierce advocate' for Barkly community

Tributes are flowing for the former Member for Barkly who died on Monday at the age of 72, praised as a "man of integrity" who fought for his community and the Northern Territory.

2024-08-06 05:28

Could ‘boommates’ help ease the housing crisis?

High housing costs are pushing more Americans to find roommates, including baby boomers and empty nesters. We take a look at the growing trend of intergenerational living.

2024-08-05 10:00

Contracts for July 31, 2024

Today's Defense Department contracts valued at $7.5 million or more are now live on Defense.gov.

2024-07-31 21:00

Effects of short inter-pregnancy/birth interval on adverse perinatal outcomes in Asia-Pacific region: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Background Short inter-pregnancy or birth interval is associated with an increased risk of adverse perinatal outcomes. However, some emerging evidence questions this association and there are also inconsistencies among the existing findings. This study aimed …

2024-07-31 14:00

Hilton’s Asia Pacific Growth: The Brands Driving it and the Focus on India

While Hilton is making a big splash with its luxury brands in Asia Pacific, it’s also smartly tapping into the booming middle class that's fueling the rise of its focused service brands. -Peden Doma Bhutia

2024-07-31 05:19