Q&A: New book explores how elected strongmen weaken democracy
Joseph Wright's interest in studying dictators and authoritarian leaders began during a concert at a Chilean military academy while he was studying abroad......»»
New book examines best methods to prepare future English teachers
How do you teach someone to be a teacher? And what does it mean to be a professional educator? Those questions are at the heart of a new book from a University of Kansas educator and author working to guide the methods of how English arts teachers ar.....»»
Pompey was elected a Colonial-era "king." Did researchers find the foundation of his home outside Boston?
At first glance, it may not look like much more than a hole......»»
Oldest privately owned book sells for £3mn at UK sale
The world's oldest book in a private collection, and one of the earliest books in existence, sold at auction in London on Tuesday for more than £3 million......»»
iOS 18 finally adds T9 dialling on iPhone
A long-requested feature for Android users switching to iPhone is the addition of T9 dialling. This is a shortcut to dialling phone numbers from your address book, by typing in letters on the keypad. For instance, to call John you’d press 5 6 4.....»»
Studying archaeological roads gives insights into connectivity and movement
Archaeologist Tuna Kalayci investigates roads in a recent edited book. What happens if we think of roads not only as containers of action, but also as dynamic and complex phenomena, as the action itself? This question inspired Dr. Tuna Kalayci to bri.....»»
Decoding Salvia miltiorrhiza: A molecular approach to boosting bioactive compounds
A study, published in Horticulture Research explores the role of the Smi-miR858a-SmMYB module in regulating the biosynthesis of tanshinones and phenolic acids. Researchers from the Institute of Medicinal Plant Development and Chengdu Medical College.....»»
Economist explores why skyscrapers keep getting taller and why the world loves them
Rutgers-Newark professor Jason Barr, an authority on skyscrapers, examines them through the lens of an economist, not an expert on architecture......»»
Molecules derived from sea sponge show promising effects in cancer, mitochondrial function
A groundbreaking study led by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology in collaboration with Dominican University of California explores how small molecules derived from sea sponges affect energy production in mitochondria and details their remark.....»»
Study shows AI-driven cyberattacks can inflict damage on GDP and supply chains for the world"s largest economies
Cyberattacks driven by artificial intelligence (AI) pose unprecedented risks to global economies, supply chains, and trade. A new study in the journal Risk Analysis explores the cascading impacts of AI-driven cyberattacks......»»
Here"s what happens next in "House of the Dragon," according to the book
From Blood and Cheese to the Battle of Rook's Rest, here's what George R.R. Martin's book "Fire & Blood" tells us could happen in "House of the Dragon" Season 2. Need to know what might happen in House of the Dragon Season 2, but don't want to.....»»
Enjoy monthly free books through the Amazon First Reads program
Choose from this month's editor's picks and get a Kindle book for $1.99 or $0.00 for Prime members when you participate in the Amazon Firs Reads program. Save up to $5.99: When you participate in the Amazon First Reads program, Amazon Prime mem.....»»
Apple Books is now the official audiobook home of Reese’s Book Club
Apple Books was already the home for Oprah’s Book Club, but now Apple has announced a new partnership with another celebrity and their book club. Reese’s Book Club, curated by Reese Witherspoon, has made Apple Books its official audiobook home......»»
Apple Books now offers Reese"s Book Club audiobook recommendations
Apple Books users can now discover the top audiobook picks from Reese Witherspoon, with the service now the preferred home for her eponymous Book Club.Reese's Book Club audiobooks can be listened to via Apple BooksA popular book club founded by Reese.....»»
Why the future of democracy could depend on your group chats
I became newly worried about the state of democracy when, a few years ago, my mother was elected president of her neighborhood garden club......»»
Anti-union group blasts UAW president as ‘election denier"
An anti-union ad says the UAW is undermining democracy in the workplace by calling for a new election at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama......»»
Race still divides South Africa: Study shows little transformation in new suburbs in country"s economic hub
As South Africa reflects on 30 years of democracy, it's important to ask whether its cities have changed for the better when it comes to racial mixing......»»
Crosby-Schøyen Codex: Ancient Coptic manuscript reveals sermon that spurred violence against Jews
The Crosby-Schøyen Codex, an important early Christian book containing five distinct texts all copied by the same scribe, is going up for auction in June at Christie's in London. If you have a spare £2–£3 million, don't miss this opportunity to.....»»
Who Wants to Have Children in a Warming World?
Jade Sasser’s new book focuses on the racial dimensions of eco-anxiety. Among her findings: Women of color are likelier to say climate change will make them have fewer children than they want......»»
Former Kelley Blue Book publisher dies at 96
Bob Kelley oversaw efforts to digitize Kelley Blue Book and its product offerings during his long career with the company......»»
What does AI mean for Australian democracy? And what can we do about it?
Last week, the head of Australia's election regulator warned the organization "does not possess the legislative tools or internal technical capability to deter, detect or adequately deal with false AI-generated content concerning the election process.....»»