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Research from Chicago questions the impact of video games on empathy

In 1975, Death Race, a video game based on the movie Death Race 2000 (USA 1975), was released into the world. The game was met with much controversy due to.

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Tackling Chicago’s rising hate crime: research exposing hypocrisy reduces blame towards minorities

Chicago has so much to be proud of. Deep Dish pizza, a strong resistance to bitter winters and a rising startup scene brimming with potential. However, like every city, it.

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Tenacious Midwest millennials’ startup blends for-profit with charitable purpose

Millennials make up 32% of the adult US population, and their penchant for snapping photos of dinner plates has burdened social media and the patience of the older set.

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Illinois-based Tidal Commerce launches HIPAA Help Center

The popular credit card processing and merchant service provider, Tidal Commerce, headquartered inOak Brook, Illinois, launched a HIPAA Help Center. The cloud-based solution will help medical businesses avoid infringing upon the regulations of.

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Chicago VC envisions a plant-based burger future

Chicago-based VC Cleveland Avenue, a venture firm founded by former McDonald’s CEO Don Thompson, sees potential in Beyond Meat, an L.A.-based food startup that makes burgers made entirely from plants.

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How To Train Your Brain To Spot Fake News

Did you know the average person unknowingly eats eight spiders in their sleep every year? If your answer is yes, then you will probably want to read the rest of.

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Chicago’s Promising Future With DoBi Bike-Sharing Schemes

Chicago might not have ideal weather for cycling year round, however, a new wave of dock less bike sharing (aka DoBi) startups means citizens will soon be able to get.

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How modern technology is helping small business in the Midwest and beyond

Modern technology can be an amazing tool, making our lives easier in numerous areas, and businesses of all sizes are becoming increasingly aware of its abilities to help with traditional,.

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The Midwest Leads The Way In Social Entrepreneurship

For many coast dwellers, the Midwest might appear to be a cluster of corn producing, fly over states. However, for those familiar with the Midwest, its deep-set, and caring values.

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Ignite: The Chicago Startup That Believes Volunteering Is The Answer To Employee Burnout

Employee burnout is something we can all relate to at some point throughout our careers. Too much stress, too much work and not enough time.

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