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Air Pollution Linked To Dementia
Air pollution might be somewhat of a difficult topic for the public to understand fully because it’s not only what we see with our eyes. The obvious signs are smoke coming from tailpipes and smokestacks or offensive smells or wildfire smoke and haze. We can also sometimes see smog, but … [continued]
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Many Michigan families can’t find child care. Will $400K help Up North?
A new state grant will build on a model developed in Leelanau County, hoping to alleviate the so-called “child care deserts” in parts of northern Michigan.
Vacant lots boost diversity among Detroit’s birds, study finds
By Eric Freedman
Empty lots in deindustrialized cities like Detroit may contribute to bird species diversity, says a new study by researchers at MSU and Carleton University in Canada. The study is based on sound recordings collected at 110 sites in 11 Detroit neighborhoods. The study recommends that vacant land management in the city takes a balanced approach that considers the needs of both residents and birds. There are other concerns about vacant land, too, including as sites for solar arrays.
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Musk’s Use Of Visual Imagery Tells Us A Lot About The Man
Tesla CEO Elon Musk loves pop culture. He’s constantly drawing upon allusions and visual imagery to persuade his 228 million social media followers and the public at large that futurism is all. It’s clear that Musk’s merging of popular culture with business resonates with audiences. If you think such pop … [continued]
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We Are Jamaica And Jamaica Is Us
The storm that hit Jamaica last week was made more powerful by hotter ocean temperatures caused by human activity.
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