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Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Spaces to remake and mend clothes would bring much-needed life back into shopping centers and high streets, a new study says. Efforts to wean people away from fast fashion should go beyond sewing workshops in community halls and art spaces. Chain stores should include stations for mending and modifying clothing, and…

Credit: Journal of Black Psychology (2024). DOI: 10.1177/00957984241231038 In 2018, as a graduate student, Assistant Professor Misha Inniss-Thompson worked alongside four Black girls and colleagues at Vanderbilt University to co-found the Black Girl Magic Crew, an afterschool program for Black adolescent girls aimed at supporting and celebrating their talents, identity development, and wellness. As the community coalesced,…

Exploring the beauty of mapping between spaces in SVMs, autoencoders, and manifold learning (isomaps) algorithmsPhoto by Evgeni Tcherkasski on UnsplashIntroductionIn machine learning, understanding how algorithms process, interpret, and classify data relies heavily on the concept of “spaces.” In this context, a space is a mathematical construct where data points are positioned based on their features. Each dimension in the space represents a specific attribute or feature of the data, allowing algorithms to navigate a…

Children who live in walking distance of a green space, like a park, garden, or forest, are more likely to have stronger and healthier bones, according to new research.The study is the first of its kind, and it supports previous evidence that found adults living in greener areas tend to have higher bone strength, too.In Belgium, among 327 children aged 4 to 6, researchers at Hasselt University found those who lived in the greenest places had higher bone mineral density.The greenest places were defined as those that fell…

Sierra Space has completed a key test of its inflatable space habitat, as the company progresses toward launching and operating a private space station with Blue Origin before the end of the decade. The “ultimate burst pressure” test of the inflatable module was conducted at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. As the name suggests, the purpose of the test is to inflate the unit until it bursts. In this instance, engineers inflated the module to 77 psi before it burst, proving that it exceeded NASA’s recommended…

Washer-dryer combos also offer a number of other advantages to users. Their space efficiency is one of their main benefits. These washing machines are perfect for apartments, tiny houses, or laundry closets where every inch matters because they are small and made to fit into limited areas. They are a desirable alternative for city people and those looking to maximise their living spaces because of this space-saving feature. A lot of contemporary Washer Dryer combo washing…

Credit: Safe Space? The past, present and future of violence reduction in Scotland (2024). A new report led by researchers at the University of Glasgow highlights concerns around how Scotland is adapting to emerging trends around violence and young people. Over the last two decades, Scotland has witnessed a remarkable reduction in serious violence,,…

While the official debut of the Galaxy S24 series is just around the corner, Samsung is taking different approaches to spread the immersive experience of the Galaxy AI. Going ahead along the same lines, Samsung announced the opening of Experience Spaces in 8 cities around the world to showcase Galaxy AI features to its fans. These Samsung Experience Spaces will open after the Galaxy Unpacked event slated for January 17. Here, fans can visit and get all the details about Samsung's latest innovations and how Samsung is…

National Stock Exchange-listed real-estate company Nila Spaces on Tuesday said it has launched an accelerator programme called ‘VisionX Program’ for proptech startups and committed $1 million to it.The programme will be managed by Awfficacy Capital, a management consultancy firm, as per a statement from the Nila Spaces. VisionX is a 12-week rolling accelerator programme.Elevate Your Tech Prowess with High-Value Skill CoursesOffering CollegeCourseWebsiteIIM KozhikodeIIMK Advanced Data Science For ManagersVisitMITMIT…

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsEffectively cleans large areasLong-lasting Hepa and carbon filters (up to 5 years)Convenient and clear appConsVery expensiveHeavy and bulkyThe fan creates a noticeable airflow in the vicinity of the machineOur VerdictDyson’s new Big+Quiet boasts an exciting design and is capable of cleaning very large areas. It’s relatively quiet and the app is feature-rich and user-friendly. However, the bulky and heavy purifier creates a physically noticeable airflow in its vicinity, and it costs a…