Diagnosing ‘warming winter syndrome’ as summerlike heat sweeps into central and eastern US
People enjoy the unusual heat in Chicago on Feb. 26, 2024. AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast Richard B. (Ricky) Rood, University of Michigan Diagnosing ‘warming winter syndrome’...
Transforming Ordinary Days into Extraordinary Experiences
Transforming Ordinary Days into Extraordinary Experiences. In the intricate tapestry of life, not every day dawns with the promise of greatness. Yet, it is within our...
Is Russia looking to put nukes in space?
Is Russia looking to put nukes in space? Doing so would undermine global stability and ignite an anti-satellite arms race Spenser A. Warren, University of California, San...
US Moon landing marks new active phase of lunar science
The dark, far side of the Moon is the perfect place to conduct radio astronomy. AP Photo/Rick Bowmer Jack Burns, University of Colorado Boulder US Moon...
Candidates’ aging brains are factors in the presidential race − 4 essential reads
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two of the three oldest people ever to serve as president. AP Photo Jeff Inglis, The Conversation Candidates’ aging brains...
Exploring the Anunnaki Mythos: Origins, Theories, and Their Return
Exploring the Anunnaki Mythos: Origins, Theories, and the Question of Their Return. The Anunnaki, a group of deities in ancient Mesopotamian cultures, have long been a...
Several companies are testing brain implants – why is there so much attention swirling around Neuralink?
Brain-computer interfaces have the potential to transform some people’s lives, but they raise a host of ethical issues, too. Andriy Onufriyenko/Moment via Getty Images Nancy S....
Why is free time still so elusive?
Massive gains in productivity haven’t led to more time free from work. J Studios/DigitalVision via Getty Images Gary Cross, Penn State Why is free time still...
Can anyone make a citizen’s arrest? The history and legalities of catching criminals yourself
Can you detain someone you just saw break the law? Alan Thornton/The Image Bank via Getty Images Seth W. Stoughton, University of South Carolina and Caroline...
4 essential reads on the health effects driving EPA’s new fine particle air pollution standard
Large industrial facilities like this oil refinery outside Houston are major sources of fine particulate air pollution. AP Photo/David J. Phillip Jennifer Weeks, The Conversation Heart...
It’s the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac − associated with good fortune, wisdom and success
Dragons on display in Shanghai. A dragon image is often used to symbolize China itself. Feng Wei Photography/Moment via Getty Images Mario Poceski, University of Florida...
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...