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Fines alone won’t stop big tech behaving badly. Here’s what might work
As countries around the world look to follow Australia’s lead and implement a social media…
What humour means to older people – and why some find it hard to keep on laughing
For many older people, humour can be a lifeline. It’s not easy to discuss the…
‘Project Hail Mary’ explores unique forms of life in space – 5 essential reads on searching for aliens that look nothing like life on Earth
“Project Hail Mary,” the movie adaptation to Andy Weir’s 2021 novel about a science teacher…
Biometric IDs are being rolled out in Africa. Study reveals the risks and pitfalls
Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals’ unique physical measurements to identify…
Early wins for the social media ban, new survey claims. But the full picture is far more complicated
Australia’s world-first national legislation to restrict access to social media accounts for children under 16…
Gender conformity starts young – and boys and girls fall in line in different ways
Many people have felt the subtle pressure to be “man enough” or “woman enough” in…
You probably agree with the animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive – new research
Animals do all sorts of things to attract each other as potential mates. Many birds,…
In a world of AI text, speech still reigns supreme
I remember the first time I attended a linguistics lecture as an undergraduate in Argentina.…
New plan to help the next generation of tech businesses thrive – UKRI
With a focus on the highest potential companies and a holistic approach to tailored support,…