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Alcohol’s hidden calories: product labels could help fight obesity in South Africa
The typical alcoholic beverage disclosed only a single piece of nutritional information: its alcohol content.
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Kenya’s running stars attract suspicion and awe – our research gives a more human picture
The real ‘secret’ of their success lies in a complex network of social mobility and connection with local communities.
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The other side of the Taj Mahal: artisan workers struggle to survive while the world enjoys their craft
Their skills and products often go uncredited.
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The changing face of diversity in the UK cabinet
We have entered what might be called the ‘post-first’ era of minority representation.
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UK drought: crop harvests at severe risk of collapse
Complex systems require multiple indicators. A UK food resilience index could identify developing weaknesses in the food system before they become failures.
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Early childhood is a great time to learn about clean energy: this game aims to make it fun
Early childhood is an important stage where children develop curiosity, values and problem-solving skills.
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The surprising chemical footprint of your clothes
Two garments made from the same fibre may have very different environmental footprints depending on how they were processed and finished.
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Schools are rethinking whether every student needs a laptop
Rather than considering how much time students spend on screens, the more useful question is whether they are asking questions and solving problems with the help of technology.
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Should you drink Philly’s tap water?
Philadelphia’s tap water meets federal drinking water standards but falls far short of public health goals when it comes to cancer-causing chemicals.
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Preeclampsia rates in minority communities shed light on the social roots of maternal health disparities
Disproportionate rates of preeclampsia – a potentially dangerous pregnancy complication – in immigrant populations reflect the physical toll of social and economic insecurities.
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‘The Odyssey’ is a striking portrait of the psychological wounds that can emerge when people violate their deepest values
Christopher Nolan turns Homer’s legendary warrior into a case study of moral injury, a condition that often appears in war veterans who struggle to forgive themselves.
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What video review controversies in sports reveal about AI and human decision-making
The World Cup’s VAR controversies reveal a broader challenge for AI-assisted decision-making: deciding what AI should handle, what it should support and what should be left to human judgment.