The Conversation U.S.Medieval theology has an old take on a new problem − AI responsibilityAutonomous AI is still designed by people − so who or what is really responsible for its actions? For centuries, theologians have posed…12h ago12h ago
The Conversation U.S.More cities are getting hit by multiple disasters, and that complicates everything from insurance…A town hit hard by two hurricanes, downpours and a deep freeze, all in the midst of a pandemic, offers crucial lessons for everyone’s…6d ago46d ago4
The Conversation U.S.Drinking alcohol before conceiving a child could accelerate their aging — new research in miceResearchers are uncovering the ways by which dad, mom or both parents drinking can result in fetal alcohol syndrome and other lifelong…Sep 191Sep 191
The Conversation U.S.Creative arts therapy programs can help health care workers dance, write and draw their way through…Long before the pandemic, health care workers were experiencing high levels of stress, burnout and compassion fatigue, all of which…Sep 1812Sep 1812
The Conversation U.S.‘Time poverty’ can keep college students from graduating − especially if they have jobs or children…Jobs and child care duties can seriously hamper a student’s chances of finishing college. The problem affects Black and Hispanic students…Sep 1418Sep 1418
The Conversation U.S.The 1970 Kent State shootings show the danger of deploying troops to crush legal protestsThe author of a new book about the 1970 shootings at Kent State University explains why using armed troops to respond to protests is a…Sep 1220Sep 1220
The Conversation U.S.What is an Atlantic Niña? How La Niña’s smaller cousin could affect hurricane seasonIt’s rare to see both Nina’s at the same time, but both appeared to be developing in August 2024. That could help soften hurricane season…Sep 73Sep 73
The Conversation U.S.Each Jewish couple’s story starts long before the wedding − and so does the celebration of their…Jewish traditions to mark a marriage often involve ceremonies and celebrations before the big day, whether it’s a ritual bath or even a…Sep 69Sep 69
The Conversation U.S.How a survey of over 2,000 women in the 1920s changed the way Americans thought about female…A century ago, a pioneering sex researcher challenged the idea that respectable women did not — and should not — experience sexual desire…Sep 69Sep 69
The Conversation U.S.Americans love nature but don’t feel empowered to protect it, new research showsNew research shows that Americans have positive feelings toward nature but also detects strong undertones of longing, guilt and worry.Aug 29Aug 29