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Military spending remains cornerstone of San Diego’s economy, impact report reveals

The military continues to play a vital role in powering San Diego’s economy, supporting nearly 357,000 local jobs and contributing $61.3 billion to the region’s total economic output, according to the 2025 Military Economic Impact […]

Digital infrastructure shifts power dynamics between states and tech giants in war

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When large corporations help Ukraine maintain its digital sovereignty, it is not just a matter of technical assistance. They are political actors who are reshaping the relationship between states and private companies, new research shows.This […]

Bathing, dressing, and eating limitations show statistical correlation to medical parole outcomes

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Medical parole, or compassionate release, is a mechanism for people with advanced illness in prison to be released because they are no longer considered public safety threats.This post was originally published on this site

Indigenous political candidates face less voter bias than parties might think: New research

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When political parties consider potential Indigenous candidates, they often worry about voter backlash.This post was originally published on this site

New training helps police combat ethnic profiling

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Ethnic profiling remains a sensitive and complex issue within police work. In his Ph.D. research at the University of Twente, Bas Böing examined how police officers can be more effectively engaged in addressing this problem. […]

What did video kill? Study shows engagement-optimized algorithms may reinforce existing beliefs

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A systematic review of academic research in the International Journal of Web Based Communities has looked at the relationship between the leading online video content sites and its recommendation system and how this might affect […]

How China’s latest aircraft carrier will challenge western maritime dominance

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China’s new Fujian aircraft carrier, unveiled recently by President Xi Jinping with great fanfare, has been hailed by Chinese state media as a major milestone in the country’s naval modernization program and a key development […]

Africa’s drone wars are growing, but they rarely deliver victory

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In the last decade, armed drones have become one of the most visible symbols of modern warfare. Once the preserve of advanced militaries, armed drones are now widely available on the global arms market. Countries […]

Sex work on trial: What the recently dismissed constitutional challenge means

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Most Canadians have access to workplaces that are safe, promote health and autonomy and, most importantly, are protected by the law. But for people in criminalized professions, including sex work, it’s a different story.This post […]

What does ‘pro-life’ mean? There’s no one answer, even for advocacy groups that oppose abortion

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As the first American pope, Leo XIV has largely avoided speaking out about domestic politics in the United States.This post was originally published on this site

Pirated film quality and ticket costs shape U.S. moviegoers’ viewing choices

Movie studios face unique challenges in managing their operations. The success of a film relies not only on its artistic merits, but also on studios’ operational decisions, particularly those related to a movie’s initial box [...]
Why Africa’s mineral-rich countries are not reaping the rewards of their wealth

Gold mining operations recently restarted at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex in western Mali after being shut down for several months. In January, the Malian government started blocking exports from the mine owned by Canada-based Barrick Mining [...]
Why the UK should look beyond growth to a ‘new economics’ that works for all

The UK budget is usually a story of growth forecasts, borrowing levels and fiscal discipline. But ahead of this month’s high-stakes event, growth has been slower than expected. At the same time, as households struggle [...]