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New report unpacks the crises facing American journalism and offers solutions

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Journalism in the United States is in crisis: Local newspapers are shuttering at an alarming rate, large cities that were once served by multiple daily local newspapers now barely sustain one or two major outlets, […]

Education

AI model OpenScholar synthesizes scientific research and cites sources as accurately as human experts

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Keeping up with the latest research is vital for scientists, but given that millions of scientific papers are published every year, that can prove difficult. Artificial intelligence systems show promise for quickly synthesizing seas of […]

Society & Politics

An ‘AI afterlife’ is now a real option—but what becomes of your legal status?

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Would you create an interactive “digital twin” of yourself that can communicate with loved ones after your death?This post was originally published on this site

Society & Politics

New briefing paper outlines concerns around TikTok moderation policies political influence, and election integrity

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A new briefing paper produced by the London Social Media Observatory (LSMO) at Royal Holloway and Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) details emerging risks to democratic participation on TikTok. The LSMO and WFD brought together […]

Economy

A bold calculation: What would it cost to end extreme poverty worldwide?

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Using detailed surveys and machine learning computation, new research co-authored at UC Berkeley’s Center for Effective Global Action finds that eradicating extreme poverty would be surprisingly affordable.This post was originally published on this site

Economy

Experts reveal how a major food crisis might happen in the UK, and what we can do to stop it

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A new report has set out how the U.K. might respond to major disruptions to food supplies triggered by events such as war, extreme weather, or cyberattacks, and what can be done now to prevent […]

Society & Politics

UK polling clerks struggle to spot fake IDs, study reveals

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The introduction of mandatory photo ID in the 2024 general election may not have provided the security boost promised by the government, new research suggests. Polling clerks operating during the UK’s first mandatory voter ID […]

Education

Q&A: What we’ve learned about how students are using AI, and how to help them

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Much is being said about the wonders of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is the new frontier. And while it provides amazing possibilities in fields like medicine, academics are debating its advantages for university […]

Economy

Why the idea of an ‘ideal worker’ can be so harmful for people with mental health conditions

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In the modern world of work, the “ideal worker” is a dominant yet dangerous concept that can dictate workplace norms and expectations. This archetype describes an employee who is boundlessly productive, constantly available and emotionally […]

Society & Politics

Political division in the US surged from 2008 onward, study suggests

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Divisions within the US population on social and political issues have increased by 64% since 1988, with almost all this coming after 2008, according to a study tracking polarization from the end of the Reagan […]

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Top Stories

  • Why your brain has to work harder in an open-plan office than private offices

    Since the pandemic, offices around the world have quietly shrunk. Many organizations don’t need as much floor space or as many desks, given many staff now do a mix of hybrid work from home and [...]
  • Why people say they care about ethical shopping but often buy differently

    Many Canadians say they care about ethical products. They want coffee that supports farmers, chocolate made without child labor and everyday goods that are better for the environment.This post was originally published on this site
  • Five ways that AI could be reshaping your relationship with money

    The financial industry is entering a new era, with AI and new regulations on accessing data transforming how finance works. These changes are giving people more options to manage their money in new ways—taking us [...]

Highlights

  • Can childhood obesity limit the American dream? Study links it to lifelong mobility penalties
  • How shaming unethical brands makes companies improve their behavior
  • Why your brain has to work harder in an open-plan office than private offices
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  • CEOs who experience natural disasters are more likely to lead safer workplaces
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  • Report: US history polarizes generations, but has potential to unite
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