Two academic studies examine what it takes to make unattended systems more useful to passengers and more reliable for operators.

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City health officials unveiled a new style of vending machine in Brownsville Monday — but don’t expect to find any tasty snacks in there. The machine is loaded with safe-sex kits and toiletries, along ...