Asteroids in the solar system could contain undiscovered, superheavy elements
For centuries, the quest for new elements was a driving force in many scientific disciplines.…
AIs could soon run businesses – it’s an opportunity to ensure these ‘artificial persons’ follow the law
Only “persons” can engage with the legal system – for example, by signing contracts or…
Contemporary artists respond to 1920s photos of mediums manifesting spirits
In July 1923, the British author Arthur Conan Doyle arrived in Winnipeg to give a…
Discover 6 fascinating animals that live at the bottom of the St. Lawrence River
In the vast St. Lawrence River, an impressive variety of animals live on the seabed.…
Most data lives in the cloud. What if it lived under the sea?
Where is the text you’re reading, right now? In one sense, it lives “on the…
Deepfake: New concerns emerge from their use around the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Visitors to a Ukrainian news website on the evening of February 18 2022, were greeted…
How the world might look if animals had legal rights
Let’s picture what our societies might look like if animals were granted rights against being…
How often do you lie? Deception researchers investigate how the recipient and the medium affect telling the truth
Prominent cases of purported lying continue to dominate the news cycle. Hunter Biden was charged…
knowing why could help us unlock the secrets of our star
Our Sun is a steady and everlasting companion. Reliable like a clock, its apparent passage…
Canadian orcas face high risks of pollution-related health effects
Killer whales, also called orcas, are known for their intelligence and striking presence. They are…