Report: Superconductivity researcher found to have committed misconduct
Details of what the University of Rochester investigation found are not available. Enlarge / Rush Rhees Library at the University of Rochester. (credit: Kickstand) We've been following the saga of Ranga Dias since he fir.....»»
Researcher surfaces widespread disparities: "Black students are punished more"
Every year, millions of students are suspended, expelled, and punished. The American Academy of Pediatricians recently warned that these exclusionary punishments can be incredibly harmful. But are students of certain backgrounds experiencing the harm.....»»
97% of adult Australians have limited skills to verify information online: Report
Australians now use social media more often than any other type of media, including TV, radio and websites. While the increased use of social media platforms present new opportunities to access and engage with information, it also introduces serious.....»»
Apple’s foldable iPhone is expected to save a surprisingly declining market
A new report from DSCC highlights the struggles that foldable smartphones are facing in the market. They just endured their first year-over-year decline, and things are expected to get worse. The report notes one reason for optimism though: Apple’s.....»»
US blocks China from foreign exports with even a single US-made chip
New China export curbs could hurt US chipmakers, allies more than Huawei. Joe Biden's final move to stop China from racing ahead of the US in AI may be too little too late, report.....»»
The best-selling smartphones in the world are last year’s iPhones
The three best-selling smartphones in the world last quarter were all last year’s iPhones, with two older Samsung models taking 4th and 5th place, according to a new market intelligence report. The world’s best-selling smartphone in Q4 2024 wa.....»»
COVID-19 reduced sex offender behavior in UK, research shows
The number of sex offenses committed by strangers decreased significantly in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic, new research shows......»»
"Forever chemicals" are polluting African waters
Every week seems to bring a new report about where "forever chemicals" have been found: in soil, drinking water, our bodies and marine animals. Their proper scientific name is perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But they're more com.....»»
Study reveals women excel in effective aspects of leadership
Samantha Paustian-Underdahl, a researcher and organizational expert in the Florida State University College of Business, led a comprehensive study that challenges long-held assumptions about gender and leadership effectiveness......»»
Report: Almost 1 in 10 UK workers increasingly trapped in precarious work
It is concerning that 8% of UK workers are "increasingly precarious"—likely to be stuck in low-paid, insecure or otherwise uncertain work—say researchers from UCL in a new report on the UK labor market......»»
Media literacy is self-defense against child exploitation online
A leading University of South Australia researcher is calling for greater media literacy, early in children's formal education, as an 'essential line of defense' against online child abuse and sexual exploitation......»»
Social media ban for kids – other countries likely to follow
Note: This report contains links to reports about teenage suicides Australia has followed France in imposing a social media ban for kids, and other countries are expected to follow. The French government is now pushing for an EU-wide ban. Socia.....»»
Waze incident reports are now appearing in Google Maps
Incident reports contributed by Waze users are appearing inside Google Maps. This cross-platform report-sharing update is available for users globally......»»
Rocket Report: A good week for Blue Origin; Italy wants its own launch capability
Blue Origin is getting ready to test-fire its first fully integrated New Glenn rocket in Florida. Welcome to Edition 7.21 of the Rocket Report! We're publishing the Rocket Report.....»»
Researcher studies shifting craft beer industry: Artisanal businesses should innovate to remain competitive
The craft beer industry, once the darling of consumers and entrepreneurs alike, has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. Closed taprooms, canceled festivals, and changing consumer habits have led many to declare the end of its golden era......»»
Q&A: Mass education was designed to quash critical thinking, argues researcher
Education should promote deep inquiry and individual autonomy, but often, it has been used as a vehicle for indoctrination. That's what Agustina S. Paglayan, a UC San Diego assistant professor of political science in the School of Social Sciences and.....»»
These two Apple products are popular gifts, but two others lack holiday bump
The holiday season is upon us, and Apple would have you believe that its products make the perfect gifts for your loved ones. A new CIRP report reveals, however, which Apple products tend to get gifted and which ones miss out on a holiday boost......»»
Report highlights urgent need for age-appropriate housing solutions
A new report from the government-appointed Older People's Housing Taskforce has shed light on the critical shortage of suitable housing options for senior citizens......»»
Microsoft Office AI training report is based on a misunderstanding, says the company
A tweet claiming that Microsoft Office uses the content of customer documents to train its AI systems raised a lot of eyebrows, but the tech giant says that it’s a simple misunderstanding. A Linux account with hundreds of thousands of followers.....»»
Supply chain managers underestimate cybersecurity risks in warehouses
32% of warehouse respondents report that social engineering is one of the most-used entry points in warehouse cyberattacks – tied with software vulnerabilities (32%) and followed by devices (19%), according to Ivanti. Cyberattacks on warehouses thr.....»»
Genuinely ethical management begins with dismantling unscientific myths, says researcher
How does a nearly century-old study on employee productivity still influence our management thoughts? Jesse Kajosmaa's dissertation in Public Management at the University of Vaasa challenges established perceptions about the foundation of management......»»