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What was the loudest sound on earth?
What was the loudest sound on earth? A volcanic eruption on Krakotoa over 125 years ago cause shattered ear drums and tsunamis.
The movie “A Quiet Place” is so quiet
“A Quiet Place” is so quiet that audience members are afraid to eat their popcorn because the deafening silence. Hear, hear!
It’s not just the noise level in restaurants but the type of noise that matters
It’s not just the noise level in restaurants but the type of noise that matters. Learn about the calculus for finding the right sound balance.
New York City appoints a “Nightlife Mayor”
NYC mayor appoints a Nightlife Mayor to balance business needs of music venue with neighbors seeking quiet, but his choice raises eyebrows.
Noise is a health hazard worldwide
Noise is a health hazard worldwide, and this excellent article by Matthew Keegan is a very useful summary of a complex subject.
Dr. Erica Walker takes on Boston’s noise
Dr. Erica Walker takes on Boston’s noise. The research scientist has developed an app she hopes will alert people to the dangers of noise.
Noise is bad for your heart
Dr. Nandi, a health news commentator for WXYZ in Detroit, MI, says noise is bad for your heart. Recent research from Germany confirms it.
Airplanes are incredibly close (and extremely loud)
For people living near the approaches to a major airport, airplanes are incredibly close (and extremely loud).