Home Culture Page 9

Culture

Trump found guilty: 5 key aspects of the trial explained by a law professor

After the May 30, 2024, conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in New York, what comes...

Why are organizational cover-ups so common

The TV dramatization of the UK Horizon Post Office scandal evoked outrage and disbelief. However, as another example of dysfunctional organizational behavior, it was expected...

ChatGPT’s use of a soundalike Scarlett Johansson reflects a troubling history of gender-stereotyping in...

Actress Scarlett Johansson released a statement this week expressing anger and concern that OpenAI used a voice "eerily similar" to her own as a...

Scientists find saying ‘please’ is more strategic than polite

By kindergarten, most children learn that saying "please" is the polite way to ask for something. This magic word is thought to show courtesy and...

Wearable devices can now harvest neural data—urgent privacy reforms needed

Recent trends show Australians are increasingly buying wearables such as smartwatches and fitness trackers. These electronics track our body movements or vital signs to provide...

Study reveals gender differences in choosing business co-founders

When starting a new business, choosing the right co-founder is crucial. Should an entrepreneur pick a partner based on personal compatibility, or should they prioritize...

Electric air taxis are on the way – quiet eVTOLs may be flying passengers...

Imagine a future with nearly silent air taxis flying above traffic jams and navigating between skyscrapers and suburban droneports. Transportation arrives at the touch of...

New study reveals the evolution of anti-bullying laws in the U.S. over 18 years

Between 1999 and 2017, a significant shift took place across the United States as every state introduced legislation aimed at combating bullying. This period marked...

The UK wants to ban the next generation from smoking. Will it work?

Ministers from governments on both sides of the political debate have introduced measure after measure designed to make smoking less attractive. Restrictions have ranged from...

2024 will prove a crucial year for EU, the Russia-Ukraine war

In the months leading up to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, mainland Europe was somewhat divided over the intelligence officials were receiving about the Kremlin...