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Medical Xpress / Food noise: Why thoughts about eating aren't always something to be feared
When you're hungry, it's normal to find yourself thinking about what you're going to eat next.
Tech Xplore / End of the line for Finland's analog phone network
Finland on Tuesday pulled the plug on analog landline phone calls after almost 150 years, the latest country to push forward in a global transition toward digital infrastructure.
Phys.org / Fireworks, heat and drought make this July 4th a recipe for wildfires
Across the United States, the sky will be erupting with fireworks on July 4, 2026, and the days around it as America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence. Many cities will be hosting spectacular fireworks ...
Medical Xpress / Elucidating a decades-old mystery of blood clotting
Why is it rare for dangerous blood clots to form in our blood? What happens if this safety mechanism fails? An international team of researchers involving the University of Greifswald has taken a major step toward finding ...
Phys.org / Cultural frameworks may contribute to racial differences in parole decisions
Parole candidates may be evaluated more favorably when they discuss their crimes using cultural frames more common among White Americans than among Black, Hispanic and East Asian Americans, according to a study.
Medical Xpress / Smartwatch study finds older adults can accurately judge their mental sharpness in daily life
New research using smartwatches shows that older adults can accurately assess how well they are thinking in the moment. The study finds their self-ratings closely match actual cognitive performance.
Tech Xplore / Ride-share group BlaBlaCar taps AI for 20-country expansion
French ride-sharing and travel site BlaBlaCar said Tuesday that it would push into 20 new countries—double the current number—thanks to the scaling opportunities provided by AI.
Phys.org / Shattered dreams on Canada Day: Broken immigration promises are based on false narratives
With Canada Day almost upon us, some new Canadians will celebrate in nationwide citizenship ceremonies—but countless migrants are facing the reality that they may never reach that milestone.
Phys.org / Alive and kicking—walking soccer players defy stereotypes and show fitness is for everyone
Older people are defying stereotypes of aging by playing walking soccer, research from Cardiff University shows. Walking soccer is advertised as an accessible sport that provides a safe, sociable and inclusive physical activity. ...
Medical Xpress / Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry risks
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better.
Phys.org / AI can make a persuasive case for trans rights in short-term
A chatbot can reduce prejudice against trans people—at least temporarily. Prejudice toward marginalized groups can be reduced through storytelling and empathetic, one-on-one conversations. Prior work has shown that these ...
Phys.org / Could this be Australia's warmest winter ever?
Many parts of Australia have already broken early winter maximum and minimum temperature records.
