Digital Tools to Optimize Rural Public Transportation in Germany
Hof University leads a new project using digital tools and machine learning to optimize rural public transportation in Germany, integrating various transport modes to improve efficiency and accessibility, funded by the Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport with 1.8 million euros.
Digital Tools to Optimize Rural Public Transportation in Germany
Hof University leads a new project using digital tools and machine learning to optimize rural public transportation in Germany, integrating various transport modes to improve efficiency and accessibility, funded by the Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport with 1.8 million euros.
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20% Bias Score
China's "Zero Bride Price" Movement Gains Momentum
In a push to create a more newlywed-friendly society, China's rural communities are embracing a "zero bride price" movement, exemplified by Li Jinyun's marriage in Ningxia's Haiyuan county, achieved through successful mediation between families; this reflects broader national efforts to address the ...
China's "Zero Bride Price" Movement Gains Momentum
In a push to create a more newlywed-friendly society, China's rural communities are embracing a "zero bride price" movement, exemplified by Li Jinyun's marriage in Ningxia's Haiyuan county, achieved through successful mediation between families; this reflects broader national efforts to address the ...
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56% Bias Score
Scotland to lower car speed limits, raise HGV limits to improve road safety
The Scottish government plans to lower car speed limits to 50mph on single carriageways and raise HGV limits to 50mph and 60mph on single and dual carriageways, respectively, to reduce road fatalities; a public consultation is underway.
Scotland to lower car speed limits, raise HGV limits to improve road safety
The Scottish government plans to lower car speed limits to 50mph on single carriageways and raise HGV limits to 50mph and 60mph on single and dual carriageways, respectively, to reduce road fatalities; a public consultation is underway.
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48% Bias Score
On-Demand Buses in Rural Germany
On-demand bus services are gaining popularity in rural Germany, offering potential cost savings and increased accessibility. However, their impact varies across regions.
On-Demand Buses in Rural Germany
On-demand bus services are gaining popularity in rural Germany, offering potential cost savings and increased accessibility. However, their impact varies across regions.
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36% Bias Score
Rural 5G Video Uploads Expose Users to Double the Radiation
A Swiss study found that uploading videos on 5G phones in rural areas exposes users to nearly double the radiation compared to urban areas (29 mW/sq-m vs 16 mW/sq-m), exceeding the WHO safety threshold, primarily due to increased phone emissions.
Rural 5G Video Uploads Expose Users to Double the Radiation
A Swiss study found that uploading videos on 5G phones in rural areas exposes users to nearly double the radiation compared to urban areas (29 mW/sq-m vs 16 mW/sq-m), exceeding the WHO safety threshold, primarily due to increased phone emissions.
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48% Bias Score
Slovenian Village's Wood Smoke Pollution Exceeds Legal Limits
A Slovenian village's air pollution levels, primarily from wood-burning stoves, exceeded legal limits on 34 out of 88 winter days, despite 70% of residents believing air quality was good. This highlights a significant public perception gap alongside the dangers of wood smoke, which researchers found...
Slovenian Village's Wood Smoke Pollution Exceeds Legal Limits
A Slovenian village's air pollution levels, primarily from wood-burning stoves, exceeded legal limits on 34 out of 88 winter days, despite 70% of residents believing air quality was good. This highlights a significant public perception gap alongside the dangers of wood smoke, which researchers found...
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28% Bias Score
German Town Tests Drone Newspaper Delivery
A German town is testing drone delivery of newspapers to remote areas, aiming to overcome challenges of rising costs and staff shortages in the industry.
German Town Tests Drone Newspaper Delivery
A German town is testing drone delivery of newspapers to remote areas, aiming to overcome challenges of rising costs and staff shortages in the industry.
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36% Bias Score