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Costa Rica's May Beetles Face Extinction Due to Urbanization"
The population of May beetles (Phyllophaga) in Costa Rica is declining drastically, primarily due to urbanization, impacting biodiversity and agriculture; experts estimate a 95% loss in 40 years.
Costa Rica's May Beetles Face Extinction Due to Urbanization"
The population of May beetles (Phyllophaga) in Costa Rica is declining drastically, primarily due to urbanization, impacting biodiversity and agriculture; experts estimate a 95% loss in 40 years.
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32% Bias Score
Roman Occupation's Enduring Economic Impact on Germany
Research comparing regions along the Roman Limes in Germany reveals that formerly Roman areas remain wealthier, more densely populated, and have higher rates of entrepreneurship than adjacent former Germanic territories, even after 1700 years, due to early urbanization and infrastructure.
Roman Occupation's Enduring Economic Impact on Germany
Research comparing regions along the Roman Limes in Germany reveals that formerly Roman areas remain wealthier, more densely populated, and have higher rates of entrepreneurship than adjacent former Germanic territories, even after 1700 years, due to early urbanization and infrastructure.
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52% Bias Score
Brisbane's Population Boom Fuels Crime Surge
Brisbane's population surge, projected to reach 3.288 million by 2034-35, is causing increased crime, straining resources, and fueling public anger despite new government policies; experts urge evidence-based solutions to address underlying social issues.
Brisbane's Population Boom Fuels Crime Surge
Brisbane's population surge, projected to reach 3.288 million by 2034-35, is causing increased crime, straining resources, and fueling public anger despite new government policies; experts urge evidence-based solutions to address underlying social issues.
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48% Bias Score
Climate Change Intensifies Extreme Weather in 17 Global Cities
A new study reveals that 17 cities worldwide have experienced intensified extreme weather events—both wet and dry—due to climate change, impacting water access, sanitation, and food security, with cities in developing nations being particularly vulnerable.
Climate Change Intensifies Extreme Weather in 17 Global Cities
A new study reveals that 17 cities worldwide have experienced intensified extreme weather events—both wet and dry—due to climate change, impacting water access, sanitation, and food security, with cities in developing nations being particularly vulnerable.
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36% Bias Score
Climate Change Fuels Global Surge in Urban Rat Populations
A study examining rat complaints in 16 cities worldwide reveals climate change, urbanization, and population density are creating a "perfect storm" for rat populations, with Washington D.C. showing the highest increase in complaints.
Climate Change Fuels Global Surge in Urban Rat Populations
A study examining rat complaints in 16 cities worldwide reveals climate change, urbanization, and population density are creating a "perfect storm" for rat populations, with Washington D.C. showing the highest increase in complaints.
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40% Bias Score
Tatu City: A Private-Sector Model for Urban Development in Kenya
Tatu City, a 5,000-acre privately owned development near Nairobi, Kenya, has attracted 26,400 residents and 88 businesses employing 15,000, showcasing a model of private-sector urban development in sub-Saharan Africa, despite legal battles with Kenyan authorities.
Tatu City: A Private-Sector Model for Urban Development in Kenya
Tatu City, a 5,000-acre privately owned development near Nairobi, Kenya, has attracted 26,400 residents and 88 businesses employing 15,000, showcasing a model of private-sector urban development in sub-Saharan Africa, despite legal battles with Kenyan authorities.
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40% Bias Score
Eight Chinese Regions Buck National Population Decline
In 2024, while China's total population fell by 1.39 million, eight of its provincial-level regions reported population growth, primarily due to economic factors and internal migration, contrasting with 19 regions experiencing decline; experts predict continuing regional disparities.
Eight Chinese Regions Buck National Population Decline
In 2024, while China's total population fell by 1.39 million, eight of its provincial-level regions reported population growth, primarily due to economic factors and internal migration, contrasting with 19 regions experiencing decline; experts predict continuing regional disparities.
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36% Bias Score
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Reduces Inflammation in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-rich Chagga diet to a Western diet increased inflammation; returning to the traditional diet or adding a fermented banana drink decreased inflammation, with effects lasting a month.
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Reduces Inflammation in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-rich Chagga diet to a Western diet increased inflammation; returning to the traditional diet or adding a fermented banana drink decreased inflammation, with effects lasting a month.
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48% Bias Score
Noise Pollution: A Growing Public Health Crisis
Noise pollution, a largely unaddressed public health crisis, causes serious health problems ranging from cardiovascular issues to mental health conditions; this is exacerbated by urban growth, as exemplified by Dhaka, Bangladesh, prompting innovative solutions like silent protests against excessive ...
Noise Pollution: A Growing Public Health Crisis
Noise pollution, a largely unaddressed public health crisis, causes serious health problems ranging from cardiovascular issues to mental health conditions; this is exacerbated by urban growth, as exemplified by Dhaka, Bangladesh, prompting innovative solutions like silent protests against excessive ...
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48% Bias Score
China to Boost Economy via Trade-in Programs and Urbanization Reforms
To boost economic growth, China will implement short-term trade-in programs with 150 billion yuan in subsidies and long-term urbanization reforms to increase household spending, integrating rural migrants into urban economies by reforming the hukou system and improving public services.
China to Boost Economy via Trade-in Programs and Urbanization Reforms
To boost economic growth, China will implement short-term trade-in programs with 150 billion yuan in subsidies and long-term urbanization reforms to increase household spending, integrating rural migrants into urban economies by reforming the hukou system and improving public services.
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44% Bias Score
Shehuo Festival: Ancient Traditions vs. Modern Commercialization in Rural China
Photographer Zhang Xiao's "Community Fire" documents the Shehuo festival in northern China, revealing the tension between ancient traditions and modern commercialization as e-commerce impacts craftsmanship and cultural heritage during the Lunar New Year.
Shehuo Festival: Ancient Traditions vs. Modern Commercialization in Rural China
Photographer Zhang Xiao's "Community Fire" documents the Shehuo festival in northern China, revealing the tension between ancient traditions and modern commercialization as e-commerce impacts craftsmanship and cultural heritage during the Lunar New Year.
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40% Bias Score
Beijing Tops 2023 China Integrated City Index for Eighth Consecutive Year
The 2023 China Integrated City Index, released on December 1st, 2024 in Tokyo, ranked Beijing as the top city for the eighth consecutive year, followed by Shanghai and Shenzhen; the index uses a new classification system based on economic, environmental, and social factors to categorize 223 Chinese ...
Beijing Tops 2023 China Integrated City Index for Eighth Consecutive Year
The 2023 China Integrated City Index, released on December 1st, 2024 in Tokyo, ranked Beijing as the top city for the eighth consecutive year, followed by Shanghai and Shenzhen; the index uses a new classification system based on economic, environmental, and social factors to categorize 223 Chinese ...
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48% Bias Score
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