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Army joins search for remains of murdered mother and son in Scotland
society Mar 21, 2026, 6:39 PM
Army joins search for remains of murdered mother and son in Scotland
  • William MacDowell was convicted of the murders of Renee MacRae and her son Andrew in a trial held in 2022.
  • The investigation initially began in 1976 after Renee's car was discovered on fire, but their remains have never been found.
  • The Army's involvement may signify a significant turning point in the decades-long case, sparking renewed hopes for resolution.
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Penn professor claims Zillow deceives consumers about agent connections
business Mar 19, 2026, 8:58 PM
Penn professor claims Zillow deceives consumers about agent connections
  • A study by Jerry Wind claims that only 0.3% of Zillow users realize they are not contacting the actual listing agents, leading to potential misinformation.
  • Wind's research indicates that agents may face pressure to recommend Zillow's mortgage services to retain access to leads.
  • Zillow denies these allegations, maintaining that their platform encourages transparency and choice for consumers.
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Study reveals pink noise could harm sleep quality
science Feb 12, 2026, 8:00 AM
Study reveals pink noise could harm sleep quality
  • A study found that pink noise can reduce REM sleep by nearly 19 minutes and increase wakefulness by 15 minutes during the night.
  • Participants exposed to pink noise reported lighter sleep quality and more frequent awakenings compared to those sleeping without sound.
  • The research suggests that using sound machines for sleep, especially in children, may negatively impact sleep quality and health.
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AI capital dynamics significantly alter labor wages and sectors
business Nov 13, 2025, 3:30 PM
AI capital dynamics significantly alter labor wages and sectors
  • Researchers Konrad Kording and Ioana Marinescu propose a framework for analyzing AI's impact on labor.
  • Their work distinguishes between physical and intelligence sectors, emphasizing the complementary nature of both.
  • The findings suggest wage dynamics are complex, with potential increases followed by decreases in specific labor sectors due to automation.
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