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Science leaders make investment case - BBC News: Leading figures in the scientific community argue for a lift in public

Science leaders make investment case - BBC News: Leading figures in the scientific community argue for a lift in public research spending to boost the British economy.
Source: bbc.co.uk

Study: Racially charged hate crimes go up as broadband expands: Trend is higher in regions with more segregation, racism;

Study: Racially charged hate crimes go up as broadband expands: Trend is higher in regions with more segregation, racism; "lone wolf" factor explored.
Source: arstechnica.com

Hajj Pilgrimage Safety Challenges Crowd Simulator Technology - Slashdot

Hajj Pilgrimage Safety Challenges Crowd Simulator Technology - Slashdot
Source: slashdot.org

When Radiation Isn’t the Real Risk - NYTimes.com

When Radiation Isn’t the Real Risk - NYTimes.com
Source: nytimes.com

Super Blood Moon to Make Last Appearance Until 2033 - NYTimes.com

Super Blood Moon to Make Last Appearance Until 2033 - NYTimes.com
Source: nytimes.com

How to see the moon's most stunning night in 30 years: On Sunday night, the moon will be both its brightest and its darkest

How to see the moon's most stunning night in 30 years: On Sunday night, the moon will be both its brightest and its darkest in the year. But if you’re looking up to the sky, you’ll want to make sure you time it right — the full show will only last for about 71 minutes.
Source: independent.co.uk

Maths helps prepare for new diseases - BBC News: Researchers develop a mathematical model that can help determine the surveillance

Maths helps prepare for new diseases - BBC News: Researchers develop a mathematical model that can help determine the surveillance effort required to detect the arrival of costly invasive pathogens.
Source: bbc.co.uk

Study suggests London Underground may be 'too fast' - BBC News

Study suggests London Underground may be 'too fast' - BBC News
Source: bbc.co.uk