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Trees cool better than reflective roofs in vulnerable Houston neighborhoods

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Trees cool better than reflective roofs in vulnerable Houston neighborhoods

As heatwaves become more intense, cities are looking for strategies that can help keep neighborhoods cooler. A new tool developed by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin has already helped identify potential solutions in Houston, a city where the impact of heat can vary significantly in different communities. Researchers Kwun Yip Fung, Zong-Liang … Read more

Airbnb rentals linked to increased crime rates in London neighborhoods, finds study

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Airbnb rentals linked to increased crime rates in London neighborhoods, finds study

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Rising numbers of houses and flats listed as short-term lets on Airbnb are associated with higher rates of crimes such as burglaries and street robberies right across London, according to the most detailed study of its kind. The latest research has revealed a positive association between the number of properties listed … Read more