The myth of men’s full-time employment
He’s not alone. Image Bank/Getty Images Sarah Damaske, Penn State and Adrianne Frech, Ohio University The myth of men’s full-time employment Men’s employment in the U.S....
US raids in Iraq and Syria: How retaliatory airstrikes affect network of Iran-backed militias
The headquarters of an Iranian-linked group in Anbar, Iraq was among the sites targeted by U.S. bombers. Hashd al-Shaabi Media Office/Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images Sara Harmouch,...
Unlocking a Healthier You: Simple Strategies for Fitness and Wellness
Unlocking a Healthier You: Simple Strategies for Fitness and Wellness. In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining fitness and wellness habits can often seem like a daunting task....
US launches retaliatory strikes in Iraq and Syria − a national security expert explains the message they send
President Joe Biden attends the arrival of the remains of three U.S. service members killed in a drone attack in Jordan. Roberto Schmidt/AFP via Getty Images...
The Emerging Ethical Dilemma of Mental Privacy in the Age of Advanced Neurotechnology
The Emerging Ethical Dilemma of Mental Privacy in the Age of Advanced Neurotechnology. In an era where technological advancements are rapidly transforming our world, one of...
Training an animal? An ethicist explains how and why your dog − but not your frog − can be punished
Jon Garthoff, University of Tennessee Training an animal? An ethicist explains how and why your dog − but not your frog − can be punished People talk...
Popularly known as ‘gas station heroin,’ tianeptine is being sold as a dietary supplement – with deadly outcomes
Neptune’s Fix, a tianeptine-containing “Elixir” as it’s labeled, is one of the most common of these products. U.S. Food and Drug Administration C. Michael White, University...
Dog care below freezing − how to keep your pet warm and safe from cold weather
Dogs get cold in the winter too, but there are things pet owners can do to help them feel comfortable. AP Photo/David Duprey Erik Christian Olstad,...
Drone attack on American troops risks widening Middle East conflict – and drawing in Iran-US tensions
Jordanian and U.S. tanks take part in joint maneuvers in September 2022. Khalil Mazraawi/AFP Sara Harmouch, American University A drone attack that killed three American troops...
‘Collective mind’ bridges societal divides
Paying attention to the same thing strengthens bonds between observers. Carlos David Gomez/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Garriy Shteynberg, University of Tennessee ‘Collective mind’ bridges societal divides...
Where do Israel and Hamas get their weapons?
Israeli artillery fires toward Gaza. Menahem Kahana/AFP via Getty Images Terrence Guay, Penn State Where do Israel and Hamas get their weapons? The fighting continues between the...
Aging is complicated – a biologist explains
While some people may be older in chronological age, their biological age might be much younger. FangXiaNuo/E+ via Getty Images Ellen Quarles, University of Michigan Aging...
‘No cash accepted’ signs are bad news for millions of unbanked Americans
Jay L. Zagorsky, Boston University ‘No cash accepted’ signs are bad news for millions of unbanked Americans How many people don’t have a bank account? And just...
Alcohol and drugs rewire your brain by changing how your genes work
Alcohol and other drugs can overpower the reward pathways of the brain. Simona Dumitru/Moment via Getty Images Karla Kaun, Brown University Alcohol and drugs rewire your...
Understanding the Double-Slit Experiment: A Simple Explanation
Understanding the Double-Slit Experiment: A Simple Explanation The Double-Slit Experiment is a famous experiment in physics that demonstrates a core principle of quantum mechanics: the dual...
Mac at 40: User experience was the innovation that launched a technology revolution
The original Macintosh computer may seem quaint today, but the way users interacted with it triggered a revolution 40 years ago. Mark Mathosian/Flickr, CC BY-NC-SA Jacob...
7 Simple Steps to a Healthier and Happier You
7 Simple Steps to a Healthier and Happier You. In an age where stress often dominates our lives, it’s crucial to set aside time for self-care....
Data brokers know everything about you
The data collectors see all. DrAfter123/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty Images Anne Toomey McKenna, University of Richmond Data brokers know everything about you – what FTC case...
The conflict in the Middle East Recent Developments
The conflict in the Middle East, particularly involving Israel, Hamas, and Iran-backed groups, has escalated significantly over the past 100 days. U.S. President Joe Biden and...
Interoception: the sixth sense we use to read hidden signals from our body – podcast
How good are you at listening to the signals of your own body? Your Hand Please via Shutterstock Gemma Ware, The Conversation Interoception: the sixth sense...
Take laughter, add tears − the secret recipe for the most-liked Super Bowl ads
Emotions often run high during the Super Bowl – and that includes during the commercial breaks. Nathan Howard/Associated Press Niusha Jones, Boise State University and Anne...
College applications rose in states that legalized recreational marijuana
Effects of legalization on college application rates are short term. wildpixel via iStock/Getty Images Plus Christopher D. Blake, Emory University College applications rose in states that...
Trump’s arguments for immunity not as hopeless as some claim
Donald Trump has claimed that presidents are immune from prosecution for official acts. Trump’s arguments for immunity not as hopeless as some claim AP Photo/Toby Brusseau Ofer...