In a period characterized by the ubiquitous presence of technology in almost every facet of human existence, ranging from modes of communication to methods of labor, it comes as no astonishment that artificial intelligence (AI) is progressively assuming a pivotal role in shaping creativity. The era where creativity was exclusively attributed to human
Esther Aarts has a warning for fast-food lovers around the world: such diets not only expand waistlines but also cause brain inflammation. A professor of nutritional neuroscience at Radboud University in the Netherlands, Aarts calls the double whammy an ‘obesity spiral’ that traps people in unhealthy eating habits. Trouble a head She leads
Vernon Rive, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau In recent weeks, the Supreme Court of New Zealand has delivered a landmark decision on a case brought by Māori elder Mike Smith against a group of New Zealand’s largest corporate greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters. The Supreme Court overturned lower court rulings which had struck
Colin Alexander, Nottingham Trent University In a speech delivered at the Supreme People’s Assembly in January, North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-Un, stated that reunification with South Korea was no longer possible and that their neighbour should now represent the “primary foe and invariable principal enemy”. This amounted to a rare foreign policy pivot
Klaus W. Larres, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Former President Donald Trump has long made it clear that he deeply resents NATO, a 75-year-old military alliance that is composed of the United States and 30 other countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany and France. Trump escalated his criticism of NATO
In this episode of “News of the Week,” host Mike explores the transformative impact of digital health technologies on the healthcare industry. From the convenience of telemedicine to the insights provided by wearable devices and the potential of artificial intelligence, the episode highlights how technology is revolutionizing healthcare delivery and management. Despite the
In an era briskly morphing under the influence of digital innovation, the confluence of artificial intelligence (AI) and emotional acumen (EI) emerges as pivotal in sculpting the workforce of tomorrow. With AI’s tendrils extending into every cranny of our existence, from automating vocational tasks to enhancing personal digital aides, engendering a cohort proficient
In the realm of scholarly discourse, particularly within the scientific community, the ability to communicate intricate ideas in a manner that is both engaging and comprehensible is paramount. The art of storytelling emerges as a pivotal strategy, creating a bridge between the arcane world of scientific exploration and the broader, public domain. This
In the pantheon of sagacity and illumination, the edifices of Asian thought loom grandiose, proffering insights that breach the confines of era and ethos. Anchored in the venerable depths of archaic civilisations, these philosophical streams offer not merely an interpretative lens for the cosmos but also a blueprint for coexistence in consonance. This
In the vanguard of contemporary environmental discourse stands the paramount issue of biodiversity conservation, a subject of incalculable value to the sustenance of our planet’s ecological equilibrium. This intricate tapestry, woven from the myriad forms of life that adorn our Earth, is not merely a testament to nature’s splendour but the bedrock upon