A deadly virus has swept through Zurich's zoo, killing three Asian elephants in a month and leaving experts stumped as to how to stop its spread.
Plants & Animals
Jul 29, 2022
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A new study found solitary activities like fishing, hunting or exploring outside are key to building strong bonds between children and nature. Activities like these encourage children to both enjoy being outside and to feel ...
Environment
Aug 5, 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic restrictions have reminded us of the vital role public space plays in supporting our physical and mental well-being. We need to move, to feel sunlight and fresh air, and to see, talk and even sing to ...
Social Sciences
May 5, 2020
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Fear of fracking can have negative effects on the UK housing market around shale gas sites, economic researchers have warned. The research team, from the University of Bristol, the London School of Economics and Duke University ...
Environment
Mar 3, 2016
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Hackers invading databases is just the tip of the iceberg in online terrorist activity: International terrorist organizations have shifted their Internet activity focus to social networks and today a number of Facebook groups ...
Social Sciences
Jan 9, 2012
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If you have a pet—specifically a dog—then you have probably heard about kennel cough, an infection caused by bacteria or viruses that causes respiratory irritation and a deep, painful-sounding cough. In recent months, ...
Veterinary medicine
Sep 1, 2021
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Organisms are structured at the molecular level in ways similar to social hierarchies. In some, master genetic regulators call most of the shots, and in others most of life's activities are carried out by ...
Cell & Microbiology
Mar 29, 2010
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(Phys.org)—Men and women socialize differently, and it turns out these gender differences hold true in online games that involve social interaction.
Social Sciences
Feb 8, 2013
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Mention the phrase "sex tourism" in conversation and most people will cringe in disgust.
Social Sciences
Mar 24, 2020
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Nobody likes talking about the COVID-19 endgame, but we need to choose one. The appropriate interventions—public health, government spending, and freedom of movement—all depend on the endgame we choose.
Economics & Business
Mar 20, 2020
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