Science & Society
- Psychology
Five tips to consider when dating goes wrong
When dating is more hurtful than loving, it may be time to ask if there may be big trouble — and harm — ahead.
- Tech
This sun-powered system delivers energy as it pulls water from the air
The device not only produces electricity but also harvests water for drinking or crops. It could be especially useful in remote and dry parts of the world.
- Computing
Facial expressions could be used to interact in virtual reality
New technology allows people to interact with virtual environments using just their facial expressions.
- Health & Medicine
In an emergency, you may want to see Dr. Dog
Emergency room visits by therapy dogs can reduce pain, anxiety and depression in patients waiting for care, a new study finds.
- Science & Society
Let’s learn about citizen science
Volunteers across the globe are gathering and analyzing data for research on the environment, health, space and more.
- Humans
The earliest known pants are surprisingly modern — and comfy
This 3,000-year-old garment was not only stylish but also functional. By recreating it, scientists also unraveled its complex and multicultural origins.
- Science & Society
Instagram influencers promote more unhealthy foods than other celebs
These findings could encourage new social media regulations to protect young users from being bombarded with unhealthy ads, says teen researcher.
- Life
Explainer: What is an endangered species?
Threats such as climate change and habitat loss can put species at risk of going extinct. Different words describe that risk.
- Environment
‘Mining’ cryptocurrencies pollutes the real world
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies exist only online. Yet the environmental impacts of their networks affect the real world.
- Environment
How we choose to pay has hidden costs for the planet
Whether cash or credit, phone apps or digital currencies — all forms of payment have behind-the-scenes costs. And these can vary dramatically.
- Psychology
New training builds ‘mental’ muscles in athletes
The training builds focus and resiliency while limiting the self-doubt that can cripple competitors’ ability to perform at their peak.
- Science & Society
Let’s learn about the science of the Winter Olympics
From scientific innovations to climate change and weather, there’s plenty of science to be found among the feats of amazing athleticism.
