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Outlawing drugs once known as “legal highs” led to waves of violence, self-harm and suicide in prisons, according to a study released by the University of Sussex.This post was originally published on this site

In the most talked-about film from the final year of the 20th century, “The Matrix,” a computer hacker named Neo finds that the world he lives and works in isn’t real. It’s a virtual reality, […]

Therapeutic education has become a dominant influence on the teaching of values in Britain’s primary schools, according to new research from the Universities of Surrey, York and Sheffield. From mindful “body scans” to “Zones of […]

A University of Massachusetts Amherst study has found that gerrymandering in North Carolina resulted in reduced access to health care services. As states across the country grapple with politically charged redistricting efforts, the finding could […]

Being mobile means people can get access to opportunities and take part in economic and social life. Mobility, in all its forms, is critical for cities to thrive.This post was originally published on this site

A new study finds that while some parents are opposed to the use of AI-generated images in children’s stories, most are willing to accept these images if the text is human-authored and the images have […]

In recent months, Russia has frequently flown drones into NATO territory, where NATO countries typically try to shoot them down. By contrast, when three Russian fighter jets made an incursion into Estonian airspace in September, […]

New research from the University of Bath School of Management shows that the ‘trophy spouse’ phenomenon persists into marriage as husbands and wives continue to trade money and status with attractiveness throughout their relationship.This post […]

Well-being and school results are interconnected, but some children simply do not enjoy school. So what can we do to make school a happier experience for more children?This post was originally published on this site

This year’s new university students are settling into life on campuses often notable for their diversity—and that includes in religion. More than 33,000 Buddhist students started university in the UK in 2023–24, for instance, alongside […]