Temporary slowdown in melting of Arctic sea ice, study finds
Arctic sea ice has been melting at a slower rate for the past 20 years, despite human-induced global warming. This...
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Adult jackdaws learn to show tolerance towards youngsters in potentially valuable lesson for humans
Scientists have found that adult jackdaws can learn to be more socially tolerant towards youngsters. Like many animals, adult jackdaws...
Heavy and painful periods linked to lower GCSE grades and attendance, new study finds
As over 5 million students await their GCSE results, researchers have conducted the most robust research to date on how...
Openness about wealth combined with penalties for financial secrecy creates fairer societies
Richer individuals contribute more to the public good when forced to be transparent about their wealth – especially when they...
Nature could be an effective self-help tool for improving mental health
Engaging with nature could be an effective measure for those with low wellbeing to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety....
A “name and a face” for students is vital to boost wellbeing in universities, report says
Universities must give staff time and resources to prioritise student wellbeing to make campuses more compassionate, a new report says....
Consistent social divides across Europe about perceptions of AI and job security, study shows
People across Europe are sharply divided in how they perceive Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), such as ChatGPT, and its impact...
International community must reverse cuts to Rohingya humanitarian aid, study says
The international community must reverse cuts to humanitarian aid for the Rohingya and work with Dhaka authorities to improve conditions...
Chagos study highlights value of vast Marine Protected Areas
Large ocean animals can be protected throughout much of their lifecycle by huge Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), new research shows....