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School shootings dropped in 2025 – but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention
School shootings dropped in 2025 – but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention Despite a decline in school shootings in 2025, schools are still prioritizing safety technology over prevention measures, which may not be effective in addressing the root causes of violence. The majority of school shooters (around 90%) […]
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Rural women are at a higher risk of violence − and less likely to get help
Rural women are at a higher risk of violence − and less likely to get help Rural women are at a higher risk of violence against them compared to urban and suburban women, despite common misconceptions that rural areas are safer. The lack of media attention and research on rural criminology contributes to the widespread […]
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A brazen attack on air safety is underway — here’s what’s at stake
A brazen attack on air safety is underway — here’s what’s at stake The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) held a public hearing to investigate a mid-air collision over Washington, DC that killed 67 people. The investigation revealed that existing safety rules could have prevented the disaster, but regulators have become hesitant to enforce these […]
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Cities that want to attract business might want to focus less on financial incentives and more on making people feel safe
Cities that want to attract business might want to focus less on financial incentives and more on making people feel safe Research suggests that when it comes to attracting business investment, cities should focus more on making people feel safe rather than offering financial incentives. The study found that employees and entrepreneurs prioritize perceived safety […]
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