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FDA gives green light to PTSD marijuana study in veterans
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week authorized a long-delayed clinical trial to test whether smoking marijuana can be used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in veterans. ...Politics - The Hill - 1 hour ago -
Anthropic’s Computer Use mode shows strengths and limitations in new study
Claude can perform impressively complex tasks, but it will also make stupid mistakes from time to time.Tech - VentureBeat - Yesterday -
Weed for PTSD? Eager for Better Cannabis Science, F.D.A. Clears Study.
The decision is the latest sign that federal health officials want more research on medical marijuana as its use grows.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
People around world associate rolled R with a jagged line, study finds
Speakers of 28 languages linked sound and shape at least 88% of the time, in ‘strongest case of sound symbolism to date’. A rolled R is a sound that many struggle to produce, but research suggests ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Climate change strengthened hurricanes by 18 miles per hour: Study
A new study released Wednesday found that climate change intensified recent hurricanes by 18 miles per hour. The study, titled “Human-caused ocean warming has intensified recent hurricanes,” was ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
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Pope Francis suggests international study into possible genocide in Gaza
Pope Francis has suggested a study into whether Israel’s military campaign in Gaza constitutes a genocide of the Palestinian people.Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
The Bilbaos review – soulful study of a tough guy boxer dealing with emotional baggage
Pedro Speroni’s documentary follows Iván Bilbao’s return from prison to a family full of troubles and tenderness. Fresh out of prison after a five-year stint in maximum security, Iván Bilbao comes ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Climate crisis to blame for dozens of ‘impossible’ heatwaves, studies reveal
Exclusive: Analyses are stark evidence of how global heating is already supercharging deadly weather beyond anything ever experienced by humanity. How do we know that the climate crisis is to ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
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Lebanon is studying US-drafted ceasefire proposal, official says
Resolution would move Iran-backed Hizbollah troops north of the Litani river and create multinational task forceWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
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Global plastic production must be cut to curb pollution, study says
Analysis lays bare huge challenge of mismanaged waste on eve of UN plastic treaty talks in Busan. Global plastic production must be reduced to tackle the immense challenge of plastic pollution , ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
Key Colorado River basins could be at a tipping point: Study
Six key watersheds along the Colorado River have become increasingly vulnerable to drought and could be nearing a point of no return, a new study has found. These basins, located in Colorado's ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Using abbreviations in text messages comes across as less sincere, study finds
People who use abbreviations were less likely to receive responses, analysis by psychologists found. Reducing your texts to a flurry of abbreviations could have unintended consequences, according ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
Fears for spread of malaria in Africa as study finds resistance to frontline drug
Signs of resistance to artemisinin in tenth of children with severe malaria similar to situation in Asia, say researchers. Researchers have found “troubling” evidence for the first time that a ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
Ozempic and Wegovy may be beneficial in fighting alcohol addiction: Study
The weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy may be beneficial for people struggling with alcohol addiction, a study published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry said. The study examined about 228,000 people ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Extreme weather is ramping up toxic nitrate pollution in groundwater: Study
Climate-driven extreme weather conditions, such as droughts and intense precipitation, may be accelerating the pace at which toxic nitrates are polluting groundwater, a recent study has found. ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
Kids Wants Video Games More Than Money For The Holidays, Study Finds
It's not a big surprise, but a lot of children want video games for the holidays. The Entertainment Software Association, which represents the US video game industry's interests in Washington D.C., ...Tech - GameSpot - November 13 -
Lights under surfboards could deter shark attacks - study
Fixing LED lights under surfboards could stop great white sharks from attacking, Australian scientists find.Top stories - BBC News - November 12 -
Americans' increased pandemic drinking lasted for years, study finds
Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
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Missed deadlines lead people to judge work more harshly, study says
Research into psychology of people in US and UK suggests it is better to submit work on time rather than perfecting it through procrastination. Is there a job you’re putting off finishing so you ...World - The Guardian - November 10 -
Superstar Skills or Emotional Intelligence, Which Matters More for Team Performance? A Study of NBA Players Offers a Surprising Answer
An analysis of NBA teams’ performance offers a stark warning to any leader considering hiring a narcissistic superstar.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
Less sugar in first 1,000 days of life protects against chronic disease, study finds
Risk of diabetes and high blood pressure significantly lower in middle age in UK adults given low-sugar diets in the womb and as infants. Cutting the amount of sugar children get in the womb and as ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
National insurance rise will hit lower-wage parts of UK economy hardest, study shows
Findings of IFS think-tank come as Reeves acknowledges policies could dampen pay growthBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Asia needs to spend much more to adapt to climate change and limit its damage, bank study says
A study by the Asian Development Bank shows that countries in Asia will suffer worse damage from the climate crisis than other regions and they are not spending enough to limit the damage and adapt ...World - ABC News - October 30 -
Lead poisoning costs world's children 765 million IQ points a year: Study
Low-level lead poisoning remains pervasive in the U.S. and world populations despite decades of efforts to end the use of lead in infrastructure, according to a study by researchers at Columbia ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Experiencing intense emotions with others makes people feel more connected, study finds
Participants bonded more after watching films that sparked intense emotions. Whether it is laughing at a classic comedy or watching a horror film from behind a cushion, movies can generate myriad ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
Intermittent weekend exercise has same brain benefits as regular workouts, study finds
Research reveals positive cognitive health impacts of exercising once or twice a week are much the same as exercising more often. Cramming your exercise into the weekend not only brings physical ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Dust from California's lithium-rich Salton Sea worsening child respiratory issues: Study
Wind-strewn dust from California's lithium-rich, shrinking Salton Sea may be triggering respiratory issues in children who live nearby, a new study has found. Among the many symptoms — worse for ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Poor sleep in early midlife years could mean higher dementia risk: Study
Those tossing and turning throughout their early midlife years may be more susceptible to dementia as they age, researchers found.Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Studies Show Emotional Intelligence Protects You Against 4 Bad Leadership Behaviors
Bad leadership is a direct result of someone operating with low (or no) emotional intelligence.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
Teens Think Movies and TV Shows Have Too Much Sex, Study Finds
At least that is what they told researchers at U.C.L.A. The high popularity of romance plots in movies and shows suggests otherwise.Business - The New York Times - October 24 -
Will teens save the movies? Here's what a surprising new study says about youth and Hollywood
A new UCLA study found that teenagers would prefer to go see a movie on opening weekend above all other forms of entertainment, including sports.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 24 -
Novo Nordisk's diabetes drug Ozempic may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, study says
The active ingredient in Ozempic was associated with a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer's diagnosis in diabetes patients.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
A Review of 7,000 Studies Says You Should Be Worried About Microplastics. Here Are 5 Simple Ways to Limit Your Exposure
A review of two decades of research found microplastics are literally everywhere. Here’s what you need to know, and what you can do about it today.Business - Inc. - October 24 -
Could poor sleep speed up brain aging? Expert weighs in on new study.
Have difficulty falling or staying asleep? New research shows it's associated with signs of sped-up brain aging. Experts explain the risks.Top stories - CBS News - October 23
