Philosopher argues that mindfulness rests on dubious philosophical foundations
Recent years have seen an explosive growth in mindfulness, which has been adapted from Buddhist meditation practices. In schools, health services and workplaces, different forms of therapy based on mindfulness are on offer, and meditation apps such a.....»»
Children"s drawings may help with early detection of giftedness
Potential talents of children with characteristics of giftedness are not always seen in mainstream education. Children's drawings, however, can play a role in early detection of their needs and talents, argues psychologist Sven Mathijssen in his diss.....»»
Yellow iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus now available in store
As the first preorders for the new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus hit doorsteps, the model is now also available for pickup and same-day delivery.It started as a dubious rumor, but then it was true — the new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available.....»»
I’ve used Android phones for 10 years, and I hate these ones the most
After 10 years of using Android phones, a select few have the dubious honor of making it on my most-hated list, and its time to talk about them......»»
Marine mammal reproduction rests on a precarious tipping point of ocean resources
Changing environmental conditions may threaten marine mammal populations by making it harder to find prey, and a new study shows how small, gradual reductions in prey could have profound implications for animal populations......»»
Dubious report says yellow iPhone 14 to launch next week
A post on Chinese social media says this year's mid-cycle color update for the iPhone 14 will be yellow, though the source has no clear track record.A rumored new iPhone 14 could be as yellow as this iPhone 5cIt's now routine for Apple to introduce a.....»»
The return of Flat Earth, the grandfather of conspiracy theories
A new book argues Flat Earth beliefs provide a guide to conspiratorial thinking. Enlarge (credit: Martin Wimmer) Off the Edge is not a book about conspiracy theories, exactly. It does get there, but really it is a book a.....»»
Florida surgeon general fudged data for dubious COVID analysis, tipster says
The state closed the investigation, leaving more questions than answers. Enlarge / Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo speaks during a press conference at Neo City Academy in Kissimmee, Florida. (credit: Paul Hennessy/SOPA.....»»
Teen girls mental health has proven link to social media usage
The link between teen girls’ mental health and social media usage is not just correlational, argues an NYU-Stern professor: There is now solid evidence that it is causal. The argument coincides with the European Union banning TikTok from official.....»»
Public awareness of "nuclear winter" too low given current risks, argues expert
There is a lack of awareness among UK and US populations of "nuclear winter," the potential for catastrophic long-term environmental consequences from any exchange of nuclear warheads......»»
The era of globalization isn"t over, new study argues
Reports of globalization's death are premature, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Waterloo, the University of British Columbia and the China Europe International Business School in Shanghai......»»
Surprises in sea turtle genes could help them adapt to a rapidly changing world
Around 100 million years ago, a group of land-dwelling turtles took to the oceans, eventually evolving into the sea turtles that we know today. However, the genetic foundations that have enabled them to thrive in oceans throughout the world have rema.....»»
Why Bother Bringing Back the Dodo?
Audacious plans to resurrect the long-extinct bird could be lucrative. But the moonshot raises thorny philosophical questions......»»
New algorithm enables simulation of complex quantum systems
An international team of scientists from the University of Luxembourg, Berlin Institute for the Foundations of Learning and Data (BIFOLD) at TU Berlin and Google has now successfully developed a machine learning algorithm to tackle large and complex.....»»
Study finds that choosing a lucky CEO means bad luck for the hiring company
Seneca, the Roman stoic philosopher, wrote that "luck does not exist." Modern managerial studies take the liberty of disagreeing. Luck exists in the form of events that are beyond the control of CEOs and firms alike. Movements in oil prices and the b.....»»
Study argues new economies, not top-down wars on drugs, needed in Colombia, Afghanistan and Myanmar
Top-down approaches to tackling substance abuse in drug-ravaged parts of Colombia, Afghanistan and Myanmar are harming livelihoods, health and ecology, a new study warns......»»
Apple layoffs have been avoided for three reasons, as other tech giants let staff go
While other tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Meta have been downsizing their workforce, there’s so far been no sign of Apple layoffs. A new report today suggests there may be three reasons for this. First, it argues, Apple has been more cautio.....»»
Why rivers matter for the global carbon cycle
In a new journal article, EPFL professor Tom Battin reviews our current understanding of carbon fluxes in the world's river networks. He demonstrates their central role in the global carbon cycle and argues for the creation of a global River Observat.....»»
Musk lawyer argues false tweets were just “technical wordsmith inaccuracies”
Tesla investors' lawyer tells jury Musk's lies cost "regular people" millions. Enlarge / Alex Spiro, attorney for Elon Musk, arrives for the shareholder lawsuit trial at federal court in San Francisco on January 18, 2023. (credit.....»»
Heat and drought have "significant influence" on food security and agricultural production, new review argues
Heat and drought are the utmost limiting abiotic factors that pose a major threat to food security and agricultural production, and are exacerbated by "extreme and rapid" climate change, according to a new paper in CABI Reviews......»»
Withings announces ‘breakthrough’ in-home smart urine lab for nutrition and cycle tracking
For its CES announcement this year, has revealed a “breakthrough” in-home biomarker analysis platform. Named U-Scan, the upcoming smart health product is touted as a “miniaturized health lab” that hygienically rests in any toilet to “unlo.....»»