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A new study shows that fonts aren’t inherently partisan—but humans are.

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Generative AI tools have become hugely popular but some experts worry about the effect they have on the brain.

Heriot-Watt University collects, holds and uses personal information of academic research participants in order to undertake research and to train students in research methods. Details of what we hold ...

The results are revealing. Countries like Nicaragua, Nepal, and Kyrgyzstan far outperform expectations, reporting levels of life satisfaction that rival or exceed those of much wealthier nations.

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By ALBERT STUMM Melanin Bee curves her spine like a stretching cat as she lets out a maniacal, forced laugh. The quick-fire ...