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/ 4 weeks agoThe New Yorker turns 100 − how a poker game pipe dream became a publishing powerhouse
The magazine, founder Harold Ross famously declared, would not be ‘edited for the old lady in Dubuque.’ A century later, it...
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/ 4 weeks agoMirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth
Synthetic cells that look just like natural cells but are chemically reversed could outcompete other living organisms − with dire consequences...
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/ 4 weeks agoLegal fight against AI-generated child pornography is complicated – a legal scholar explains why, and how the law could catch up
US law tries to strike a balance between free speech and protecting people from harm. When it comes to child pornography,...
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/ 4 weeks agoNOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV – a private company alone couldn’t match it
NOAA operates fleets of satellites, sensors on airplanes and ocean-going buoys, as well as radar, providing the data used by weather...
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/ 4 weeks agoWhy are migrants dying trying to cross into the US? These are the 3 main risks they face
Drowning, blunt force trauma and exposure to extreme weather are among the risks that migrants face making the dangerous journey across...
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/ 4 weeks agoHow opioid deaths tripled in Philly over a decade − and what may be behind a recent downturn
After nearly a decade of annual upticks in overdose deaths, the city saw a drop in 2023, the latest data available....
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/ 4 weeks agoWhether Christians should prioritize care for migrants as much as for fellow citizens has been debated for centuries
A scholar of religion and migration writes about the long-standing tensions among Christians regarding their moral obligations to those more or...
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/ 4 weeks agoRural Americans don’t live as long as those in cities − new research
The study shows rates for smoking, obesity and chronic conditions such as heart disease are comparatively higher in rural areas, leading...
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/ 4 weeks agoArt and science illuminate the same subtle proportions in tree branches
Artists and scientists explore how we subconsciously perceive subtle proportions in trees.
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/ 4 weeks agoIf FEMA didn’t exist, could states handle the disaster response alone?
FEMA pools national resources to help states quickly manage disasters. Without that federal support, each state would be left to build...
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/ 4 weeks agoWhy the price of your favorite chocolate will likely continue to rise
Aridity is silently spreading through many of the world’s cocoa-producing regions. There are steps we can take to save them.
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/ 4 weeks agoA boycott campaign fuels tension between Black shoppers and Black-owned brands – evoking the long struggle for ‘consumer citizenship’
Black brands and consumers alike are struggling to prove the value of Black dollars.
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/ 4 weeks agoPoor sleep and addiction go hand in hand − understanding how could lead to new treatments for opioid use disorder
Opioids and other addictive drugs can alter the rhythmic activity of genes involved in sleep-wake cycles.
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/ 4 weeks agoHere’s how researchers are helping AIs get their facts straight
Having AI models say how confident they are in their answers could help minimize inaccurate responses. Just don’t be overconfident about...
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/ 4 weeks agoAre animals smart? From dolphin language to toolmaking crows, lots of species have obvious intelligence
Many animals show signs of high intelligence, including strong memory, self-awareness and communication skills.
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/ 4 weeks agoTeen girls are facing an increased risk of suicide − and stress related to sexual identity might be contributing to it
While more young people openly identify as LGBQ, many still face substantial challenges that can contribute to a greater prevalence of...
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/ 4 weeks ago5 premium online research tools all Philly students can use for free
Students have 24/7 access to a vast collection of audio books, e-books, movies, magazines, journals, newspapers and other digital resources through...
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/ 4 weeks agoRussia’s shrinking world: The war in Ukraine and Moscow’s global reach
With its focus on war with its neighbor, Russia has taken its eyes off the ball elsewhere. As a result, its...
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/ 4 weeks agoHow the human neck became a locus of power, beauty and frailty
The neck’s vitality and vulnerability are rooted in a quirky evolutionary history.
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/ 1 month agoUS sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Mongolia, Norway and Kuwait all have one. So too do Texas, Alaska and New Mexico. But a US fund to invest...
