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Sound and noise inside prisons can affect both staff and inmates, so a thorough understanding of that noise is crucial when designing prison spaces. Credit: Helen Farley Prisons are typically noisy environments, filled with clanking metal bars and echoing concrete surfaces. This level of constant noise is harmful to both prisoners and staff, but there are few guidelines for designing better, quieter facilities. James Boland, an acoustician for SLR Consulting, employed insights from the field of sensory criminology to better understand the unique acoustic needs inside prison environments. His presentation will take place Dec. 6, as part of Acoustics 2023…

Residents and visitors are being urged to support the community crowd-funding campaign to help repair the eastern wall of the Church of the Good Shepherd on Shoreham Beach and its cavalry war memorial. The memorial commemorates the lives of 12 local men who died during the First World War and seven who died during World War Two. Situated between the Widewater Lagoon and Shoreham Beach nature reserves, the Church of the Good Shepherd (CoGS) is 110 years old and has weathered decades of wind and rain.  The wall, on which the memorial hangs, is badly cracked and in need of repair.…

Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J6 and J5 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 06:45 and 07:00 on 6 December 2023. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 06:45 and 07:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed. Source link

Image Credit: ABC Xochitl Gomez (pronounced “so-cheel”) brought so much Gen Z energy to Dancing with the Stars season 32. The 17-year-old was paired up with DWTS pro Val Chmerkovskiy, and they were revealed as the season 32 winners after a star-studded finale. Xochitl and Val earned perfect scores for their foxtrot and freestyle performances in the finale. During the season 32 premiere, Carrie Ann Inaba told Xochitl that she had the “it factor.” Xochitl and Val hit the top of the leaderboard in the second week with their incredible salsa routine. They survived the Motown Night and Disney 100…

Avenir Growth Partners is seeking to raise $800 million for its fifth fund, it disclosed in a securities filing, two years after it began the paperworks for raising its IV fund. It ended up raising about $780 million for the fourth fund, it disclosed in a filing earlier this year. The New York-headquartered firm is an investor in nearly four dozen startups including DuckDuckGo, Flutterwave, and India’s Zetwerk and Spinny. It didn’t respond to a request for comment. Source link

As we navigate the digital age, the convergence of technology and early childhood development is reshaping the landscape of baby toys. In this TechRound article, we dive into the realm where traditional play meets innovation, showcasing a collection of high-tech toys designed not merely for entertainment but to actively contribute to the cognitive, motor, and sensory development of your baby.   1. Smart Mobiles   Traditional crib mobiles have undergone a profound transformation with the introduction of smart mobiles. These cutting-edge devices not only project visually stimulating images but also play soothing melodies, creating a multisensory experience for your baby.…

MPs on Monday (December 4) voted to set up a compensation scheme, the first parliamentary defeat for PM Rishi Sunak Source link

Although Bitcoin has outperformed XRP in 2023, there is the chance that XRP could follow in Bitcoin’s footsteps for a December bull run. Bitcoin has had a relatively good year, returning more than 144% to investors since January. The king coin has also climbed nearly 14% in the past month and about 10% since December 1st. Currently trading above $42,000 according to CoinMarketCap data, Bitcoin has gained almost 2% in the last 24 hours and seems to be on track to end the year impressively. The increase in Bitcoin’s price begs the question of whether or not altcoins like XRP…

Sniffles, snorts and blows of runny noses are the hallmarks of cold and flu season — and that increase in mucus is exactly what bacteria use to mount a coordinated attack on the immune system, according to a new study from researchers at Penn State. The team found that the thicker the mucus, the better the bacteria are able to swarm. The findings could have implications for treatments that reduce the ability of bacteria to spread. The study, recently published in the journal PNAS Nexus, demonstrates how bacteria use mucus to enhance their ability to self-organize and possibly drive infection.…

Sinfield became the face of the charity after former teammate and best pal Rob Burrow was diagnosed with MND in December 2019. In his latest fundraising effort, the former Leeds Rhinos player is running seven marathons in seven cities over seven days – and will stop off in Brighton tomorrow (December 6). READ MORE: Kevin Sinfield to bring 7 ultra marathons fundraiser to Brighton Sinfield will set off from inside the Amex stadium at 12pm and run to Brighton city centre along Lewes Road. He will then cover many parts of Brighton, including Patcham, before coming down to the railway station, along…