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Sharing good deeds online boosts trust and connection, study finds

Social media has become such a force that it has become rare to speak with someone without a Facebook, X or even a LinkedIn presence. Scrolling through a timeline on any social media platform will […]

Seven ways to teach little kids about body safety before they can talk

Families with young children are yet again reeling after this week’s Four Corners investigation into abuse in the early childhood sector.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Saturday Citations: Test flight of the X-59; a confounding quantum calculation; the universe is not simulated

This week, researchers published LIGO findings that hint at the existence of second-generation black holes. Astronomers captured a spectacular new image of the Milky Way across a wide range of radio wavelengths. And medical researchers […]

Low-quality news links draw higher engagement, no matter the political slant online

The spread of dubious headlines on social media isn’t just a right-wing thing—it’s a social media thing, according to new research from Cornell.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Outdated Westminster rules undermine democracy by excluding smaller parties, suggests expert

The 2024 General Election was one of the most dramatic in British history, as voters turned away from the two traditional giants—Labour and the Conservatives—in record numbers. Thirteen different parties and six independents won seats […]

How has talking about politics changed in the last quarter-century?

When chatting with friends these days, there’s a good chance Americans are talking about politics, and they’re more likely to be talking with people they agree with politically instead of crossing lines of belief.This article […]

Expert explains how nuclear-powered missiles work—and what Russia’s claimed test means for global strategic stability

Russian President Vladimir Putin, dressed in a military uniform, announced on Oct. 26, 2025, that Russia had successfully tested a nuclear-powered missile. If true, such a weapon could provide Russia with a unique military capability […]

When collapse wasn’t inevitable: How some societies turned crisis into renewal

Throughout history, crises have often led to collapse—but not always. An international team of researchers, including members of the Complexity Science Hub (CSH), highlights four cases where societies under extreme pressure avoided breakdown through adaptive […]

To address gun violence, focus on fear and trust

When it comes to curbing gun violence in America, the field of public health should consider focusing less on the guns themselves and more on a rising sense of distrust that makes people reach for […]

Nigeria’s government is using digital technology to repress citizens. A researcher explains how

Digital authoritarianism is a new way governments are trying to control citizens using digital and information technology. It is a growing concern for advocacy groups and those interested in freedom and democracy. It is especially […]