Society & Politics
Post-election violence is possible in US, political scientist says
Should Americans be bracing for bloodshed if Donald Trump loses the 2024 presidential election?This post was originally published on this site
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Nature
Bees have irrational biases when choosing which flowers to feed on, just like human shoppers do
Just like people confronted with a sea of options at the grocery store, bees foraging in meadows encounter many different flowers at once. They must decide which ones to visit for food, but it isn’t […]
Lifestyle
Team debunks research showing Facebook’s news-feed algorithm curbs election misinformation
An interdisciplinary team of researchers led by the University of Massachusetts Amherst have published work in the journal Science calling into question the conclusions of a widely reported study—published in Science in 2023—finding the social […]
Nature
Dead coral skeletons hinder reef regeneration by sheltering seaweed
The structural complexity of coral reefs creates a vibrant underwater city populated by a diverse assortment of characters. Ironically, this same complexity can impede coral recovery after disturbances.This post was originally published on this site
Education
Citizens’ panels help young people with special needs, disabilities make their voices heard on life-affecting policies
A new study shows participating in a citizens’ panel can help young people with special educational needs/disabilities to produce new policy ideas about school inclusion. The study is published in the journal Frontiers in Education.This […]
Economy
Mixing it up: Hybrid work models can offer the best of both worlds for worker well-being and productivity
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon sparked debate on the future of work in New Zealand this week when he ordered public service employees back to the office.This post was originally published on this site
Nature
‘Extinct’ snails found breeding in French Polynesia following a successful reintroduction project
A species of tropical tree snail is no longer extinct in the wild following a successful reintroduction project.This post was originally published on this site
Lifestyle
Study explores what families fight about: Communication, moods, and chores
Conflict in families can negatively affect individuals’ well-being and relationships. But what exactly do families today fight about, and is conflict in the home generally more severe between couples or between parents and children?This post […]
Lifestyle
Struggling to make decisions at work? Learn how to build confidence
One of the most daunting tasks for new leaders is making decisions that impact others. Although the average person makes thousands of conscious decisions each day—some estimates suggest as many as 35,000—when it comes to […]
Earth Sciences
Four billion years ago, but not so different: Plate tectonics likely looked closer to what we experience today
In a new study, a team of researchers suggests that 4 billion years ago, plate tectonics likely looked closer to what we experience today than previously thought. The team published its findings in the Proceedings […]