A new study looks systematically for what works—and what doesn’t—to overcome psychological barriers that keep people stuck in the carbon-emissions status quo.

An Australian man meets his stem-cell donor for the first time after travelling to the UK.

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Stephen Graham’s drama has triggered a conversation about the challenges facing boys.

The common perception of rewards as purely positive incentives, such as a treat for a dog or a bonus for an employee, is an oversimplification of how behaviors are shaped and reinforced.

I saw various articles and social media posts about DeepSeek censorship and refusing to answer questions about the Tiananmen Square massacre

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Whether it's volunteering at a local school or taking soup to a sick neighbor, improving the welfare of others can also improve our own physical and mental health, a sizable body of research shows.

Professor Hannah Fry, mathematician, best-selling author, award-winning science presenter and host of popular podcasts and television shows, will join the