noise pollution
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7 Most Popular Headphone Myths, Debunked
Tech myths are extremely pervasive. Half of the things we believe in are stuff we’ve seen people around us believe in. Confirmation bias leads to us blindly following without ever questioning. This guide aims to shatter some of those preconceived notions. The aim is also to teach you the truth about some headphone concepts so…
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International Project Will See How the Quiet of Covid-19 Affected the Oceans
Between offshore oil and gas drilling, shipping, wind turbines, and even jet skis, the ocean is a pretty loud place. But amid covid-19, a lot of that activity came to a halt. That’s given scientists a rare chance to examine how marine ecosystems respond to quieter soundscapes. A new initiative, the International Quiet Ocean Experiment…
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Noise Pollution Could Be Setting Students Of Colour Up To Fail
When kids are in school, they need a fair amount of peace and quiet to succeed. Literally. Noise is a health hazard, according to the World Health Organisation. And a recent study shows how students of colour are more likely to face high exposure to road or aviation noise while in school.