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Study unlocks key information on major drug target for psychiatric and cognitive disorders, including schizophrenia
An international study led by Monash University has, for the first time, harnessed cutting-edge technology to reveal new and unprecedented information of how a special class of drugs, known as...
Sentencing child sex abusers: When the victim becomes the offender
Child sex abuse is one of the most heinous criminal offenses, so when a victim becomes an offender, it's evidence of a system failure.
The best paper shredders of 2023
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AI study finds the habit of continuous study was more widespread during lockdown
According to a study by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), the Eurecat technology center and the Autonomous University of Madrid, published in PLoS ONE, students worked more continuously during...
Watch: Eight Idahoans take on record for wrapping a person in newspaper
An Idaho man gathered a crew of friends and neighbors to take on the Guinness World Records title for fastest time to wrap a person with newspaper -- team of...
Code-switching in intercultural communication—Japanese vs. Chinese point of view
Osaka Metropolitan University scientists found that Japanese and Chinese, who are considered to have high-context cultures with a high degree of reliance on information shared by the speaker and listener,...
Understanding how couples integrate finances
When it comes to how couples manage money, not everyone jumps to join their accounts.
Can we really foresee break-ups? Hindsight bias in the evaluation of romantic relationships
"I knew they wouldn't last" is the reaction people often have when hearing that a couple they know has broken up.
British government given 48 hours to turn over Boris Johnson files in COVID-19 probe
The judge-led public inquiry into Britain's response to the COVID-19 pandemic granted ministers Tuesday a further two days to turn over WhatsApp messages and notebooks of then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
What Is Paxlovid Rebound, and How Common Is It?
President Biden is part of a minority of people who have experienced Paxlovid rebound, but experts say the drug should still be prescribed for those who need it
The best computer desks of 2023
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'Just do kegels' is tired. What's next for this hot women's health market?
Pelvic care is experiencing a hot wellness rush, but solutions can be wildly inaccessible. "This sector is exploding right now," says one physical therapist.
China in Africa: Kenya railway study shows investment projects aren't a one-way street
China is an important economic player in Africa. In 2021 alone, China accounted for nearly US$5 billion in foreign direct investment in African countries. The rapidly increasing Chinese presence across...
Focusing on consent ignores better ways of preventing sexual violence
In early May, a New York jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing the writer E. Jean Carroll in 1996. The jury did not find him liable for allegedly...
Some refugee girls are forced into early marriage for safety—here's why
Rates of child marriage increase in communities displaced by conflict as well as communities affected by natural and environmental disasters.
Accra's market fires are devastating to informal traders—but they need better understanding about managing risk
Ghana's informal urban markets play a key role in the country's economy. They employ more than 80% of the people who work in the informal sector. They create livelihoods for...
Neighborhood Access to Alcohol Might be Linked to A Raised Risk of Suicide Attempts
Living in a neighborhood with bars or government-run alcohol outlets may increase suicidal behavior among young adults, especially men and those with elevated genetic liability for attempting suicide, a new...
Look: Brian Cox calls 'Succession' his 'greatest work experience ever'
Emmy-winning actor Brian Cox is marking the end of the four-season run of his family drama "Succession."
5 ways to ensure your cat actually likes playtime
Good kitties deserve some pray at the end of every play session. cottonbro studio / Pexels Play is crucial for the social, physical, and cognitive development of many species, and even though...
Warring Sudan sides extend cease-fire for five days
The warring sides in Sudan have extended a cease-fire brokered by Saudi Arabia and the United States for a further five days to allow more time for vital humanitarian work...
TV review: 'I Think You Should Leave' continues absurd, uncomfortable hilarity
"I Think You Should Leave" Season 3, premiering Tuesday on Netflix, continues Tim Robinson and Zach Kanin's trademark style of sketch comedy.
9 injured in Memorial Day shooting along Hollywood Beach boardwalk
Nine people, including children, were injured in a Memorial Day shooting along the Hollywood Beach boardwalk in Florida, according to police who said they were still searching for a suspect.
Dozens of NATO peacekeepers, protesters injured in violent clashes in northern Kosovo
At least 25 NATO-led Kosovo Force peacekeepers and 50 Serbian protesters were injured Monday in northern Kosovo during clashes over the recent election of ethnic Albanian mayors.
British TikToker ‘Mizzy’ charged with violating court order against social media posts
A controversial British TikTok star known for crossing boundaries to perform "pranks" has been charged for violating a court order against posting videos of others without their consent.
Column: A school threat. Do you send your child or keep them home?
We are living in the age of gun trauma, when no one is free of the stress of mass shootings in classrooms, grocery stores or movie theaters.
'Profoundly disappointing': Health inequities continue to hit Black Californians hardest
A new California Health Care Foundation survey found Black and Latino Californians were more likely to have negative health provider experiences and medical debt.
Bosses say they care about mental health — can workers trust them?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, employers have claimed that the mental health of their employees is a key priority. But has that extended to employees with bipolar disorder and other...
Nature-curious? This 'cool kids' outdoors club will introduce you to L.A.'s best asset
After feeling unfulfilled as a music talent manager, Michael Washington immersed himself in the outdoors and launched USAL Project, which has become a cool kids nature club.