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Experts available to comment on outdoor safety during Memorial Day Weekend
Experts from Indiana University are available to comment on trending news topics for the week of May 22, including many safety topics during the Memorial Day weekend.
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Poetic and academic freedom converge at Phi Beta Kappa ceremony
Celebrated poet Natalie Diaz urged students and attendees of the Phi Beta Kappa Literary Exercises to consider how poetry can be a powerful conduit for connecting with others. “Poetry is where I...
Largest study of video games reveals male characters say twice as much as female characters
Researchers have found a stark gender imbalance after carrying out the largest-ever study of video game dialogue, published today.
Social media did not help in preventing anxiety and depression during the pandemic, says research
Keeping in touch via video, phone and instant messaging was little help in preventing a rise in people's anxiety and depression during the pandemic lockdowns, a major new U.K. study...
Kevin McCarthy tells Republicans both sides still divided in debt limit talks
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told Republicans in a closed meeting on Tuesday he is "nowhere near" a debt limit deal with President Joe Biden, as GOP leaders question the default...
Organizations must go beyond medical views on menopause to support women's professional aspirations, says study
Organizations must enable midlife women to thrive in the workplace by taking inspiration from societies such as China and Japan to encourage positive conversations around the impact of menopause, a...
How the COVID-19 pandemic impacted social cohesion
More than any other recent event, the COVID-19 crisis has affected the lives of people around the world. In a special issue of the online journal Frontiers in Sociology, edited...
A troubling reaction to school violence compounds the crisis
High school students who experience violence or bullying at school are more likely to bring weapons like a gun, knife, or club to school than those who have not experienced...
How can we break the racial bias in the labour market?
When interviewing a job candidate, people often have certain preferences that are not just based on a rational evaluation of the person's skills, but also on gut feelings. These feelings...
Watch: Czech man holds plank position for over 9 1/2 hours
A Czech athlete put his endurance to the test when he held the punishing abdominal plank position for 9 hours, 38 minutes and 47 seconds.
Government mistrust by mixed-immigration status families during pandemic led to fear and confusion, finds study
From the start of the pandemic, the general population faced several fears amidst the rising death toll, business shutdowns, circulating virus, and overall uncertainty of the future. At the same...
New research finds cultural creative hubs key to supporting local communities during crises
Experts at the University of Stirling are calling for the arts and culture to be prioritized in funding decisions after new research showed the significance of cultural hubs during the...
What to say and what to avoid if you want to help teenagers combat exam anxiety
GCSE exams are under way and many students will be feeling the pressure to get the grades they need to pursue their education or employment goals.
Why boredom at work can be harmful and what employers can do about it
We all know that high levels of stress in the workplace can lead to burnout. But less attention is given to long periods of intense boredom, sometimes referred to as...
AI is already being used in the legal system—we need to pay more attention to how we use it
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become such a part of our daily lives that it's hard to avoid—even if we might not recognize it.
Fewer women receive research grants—but the reasons are more complicated than you'd think
It likely comes as no surprise that women receive a smaller share of research funding than men. But untangling the underlying reasons is no small feat.
Jennie channels Audrey Hepburn at 'The Idol' photo call at Cannes
Blackpink singer Jennie, Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd attended the Cannes Film Festival photo call for their HBO series "The Idol."
Watch: 'Jelly Roll: Save Me' documentary trailer explores singer's rise, struggles
"Jelly Roll: Save Me," a new film about country music singer and rapper Jelly Roll, is coming to Hulu.
Cultural threats can lead to violent extremism
Violent extremism has been on the rise in recent years. This trend poses a global threat to international peace and security. But how do people end up as violent extremists?
AI is changing how Americans find jobs, get promoted and succeed at work
Whether we realize it or not, advancements in artificial intelligence are increasingly influencing the paths of our careers.
Police arrest 7 for alleged 'hate crimes' against soccer star Vinicius Jr.
Seven people were arrested in connection to two instances of alleged "hate crimes" aimed at Real Madrid soccer star Vinicius Jr., Spanish police announced Tuesday morning.
'Star Trek: Resurgence' video game comes out today
Gamers keen to immerse themselves in the upcoming "Star Trek: Resurgence" video game don't have to wait any longer — the game comes out today (May 23).
Lessons from blockbusters to help teams adapt
We all like to think of ourselves as rational human beings. If there's a drastic change in our lives or at work, we can evaluate our options and make the...
U.S. military sent female soldiers on covert combat missions to Afghanistan
Female soldiers were deployed to access Afghan women and their households in the so-called "battle for hearts and minds" during the Afghanistan war.
Prince Harry loses bid to seek right to pay for police protection
Prince Harry has been denied the right to a judicial review of a decision blocking him from paying for police protection when he and his family are in Britain, according to a...
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan endorsed by far-right challenger ahead of runoff
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received an endorsement from the candidate who finished third in the country's election last week as the incumbent prepares to face his only remaining challenger...
How to use science to remove sticker residue
Don't let your home look like a sticker cemetery. cottonbro studio / Pexels If you’re reading this, you’ve either encountered several pages claiming they know exactly how to remove sticker residue, or this...