Globally, heat waves have become an increasingly frequent summer affair, as much of the world faces extremely high temperatures.
Environment
Aug 11, 2022
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For years, researchers have known that our physical and mental well-being improves when we freely give our time to help others. And when we do so through company-sponsored programs, performance-related outcomes like job satisfaction ...
Social Sciences
Aug 01, 2022
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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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Social psychologists at UCLA have done what seems impossible, at least on the internet: getting liberals and conservatives to have meaningful and congenial political discussions.
Social Sciences
Jul 20, 2022
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A new analysis describes how UK residents shifted the amount of time they spent on various activities over the course of the pandemic and whether they participated online or in-person. Lan Li of University College London, ...
Social Sciences
Jul 13, 2022
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The bacteria in the gut are crucial for our health. They contribute to the development of an effective immune system and ward off pathogens. However, when harmful gut bacteria multiply or beneficial ones are lost, one develops ...
Plants & Animals
Jun 20, 2022
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A new paper in the Quarterly Journal of Economics indicates that removing cash welfare from children when they reach age 18 greatly increases the chances that they will face criminal justice charges in subsequent years. ...
Social Sciences
Jun 07, 2022
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World Bicycle Day is celebrated on June 3 in support of the idea that bicycles "contribute to cleaner air and less congestion and makes education, health care and other social services more accessible to the most vulnerable ...
Social Sciences
Jun 02, 2022
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Misinformation on social media may seem like an intractable problem, but a new study from business researchers at The University of Texas at Austin shows that asking a single question can be a powerful weapon against fake ...
Social Sciences
Apr 27, 2022
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During the COVID-19 lockdowns, an increase in people taking an interest in birdwatching revealed our deep need to connect with nature and community during stressful times. It demonstrated the link between engagement with ...
Ecology
Apr 27, 2022
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