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AAAS Selects 6 South Florida Professors as Fellows
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) announced Wednesday, Dec. 2, that they have elected six new 2015 Fellows from the University of South Florida in Tampa. That number ties USF for fourth place worldwide in terms of total Fellows named this year, according to a press release from USF published by Eurekalert.org.…
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Robotic Sign-Holding Mannequins are the New Go-To Option for Businesses Looking to Increase Foot Traffic
Those who fear a dystopian future in which robots replace humans may want to turn away. There is a new trend of businesses employing motorized mannequins for promotion, and predictably enough, juveniles have already begun defacing them. According to the Wall Street Journal, several California businesses are taking notice of the newest trend in storefront…
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Pew Research: Despite Environmental Concerns, Americans Still Haven’t Adopted Eco-Friendly Lifestyles
A Pew Research Center report in Nov. 2015 found that nearly 75% of Americans are concerned about climate change, and two-thirds of the population believe the country will have to make significant lifestyle changes in order to reduce the effects of climate change. Yet the next question remains: are Americans actually trying to make those…
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New Load Cell Technology Becomes Available
A new load cell tester could lead to better results and safety for those working in industrial professions. The SST1 tester provides results which can aid in making sure that a cell does not become overloaded, shock loaded or has water damage/metal fatigue. The tester also gives a real time reading, which gives percentages of…
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Florida’s Le Palais Royal Estate on the Market for $159 Million After Lavish Renovations
Those planning on moving to Florida will likely have to break open their piggy banks if they want a shot at owning one of the priciest real estate listings in America. According to the Wall Street Journal, Le Palais Royal, a sprawling 60,500-square-foot estate in Hillsboro Beach, FL, is back on the market for $159…
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Harvard Researchers May Have Discovered Evidence of Coffee’s Lifesaving Properties
Do you find yourself fighting the urge to grab another cup of coffee in the morning? It might be time to give in — not just to satisfy your coffee craving, but also because it could help your health in long run. New research from Harvard University’s School of Public Health, published in the academic…
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Glitter Roots are the New Hair Trend of 2015
From pastels to pigtails, 2015 has seen a smattering of whimsical hair trends that evoke nostalgia for icons of childhood past, like Lisa Frank and Rainbow Brite. But for 2015, beauty magazines and Instagram stars alike are dubbing a new glittery do as the hair trend of 2015. Like pastel buns and rainbow rain boots,…
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To Treat Veterans, Therapists Are Experimenting With Fly Fishing And… Kangaroos?
The U.S. recently marked the passage of another Veteran’s Day, during which Americans honor the veterans who fought for their country. In the 21st century, the medical profession has become more aware of the unique issues facing the veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, like Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Now, all over the world…
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New Cleveland Bakery Offers ‘Learn-and-Earn’ Work Experience for Students Facing Barriers to Employment
Clevelanders with a sweet tooth will want to keep an eye out for Bloom Bakery, a new artisan shop that is providing the community with much more than just delicious breads and pastries. According to CleveScene, Bloom Artisan Bakery and Café is set to debut two shops in Cleveland that will provide locals with quality…
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Water Wars: Marco Rubio, Bill Nelson and the Battle For Florida’s Water
So far in Florida, the issue of future sea level rise has been controversial, to say the least. Now, Florida politicians are fighting over the state’s existing water sources. The Central Florida Water Initiative will soon come up for a vote. Three water management districts — St. Johns, South Florida, and Southwest Florida — have…