In Iran, many women face a tough balancing act between their jobs and family duties. This struggle can make life feel overwhelming. But it's not just about juggling tasks, we all know life is more complex. One group of researchers decided to figure out what influences how Iranian women feel about t
The small country of Estonia, tucked away in the Baltics, is a unique place. You might expect a small country to be uniform, but Estonia is surprisingly diverse. Estonians aren't all the same; different regions are home to different personality traits. This isn't just about quirks, either. The Big F
Climate change is making our planet hotter, and this isn't just a problem for polar bears, it's a big deal for kids too. Kids aged 9-10 might seem tough, but their brains are still growing. Extreme heat can mess with how well they think and learn. Imagine a kid trying to solve a math proble
Imagine a world where health advice is as personalized as a Netflix recommendation. Health recommender systems (HRS) are stepping into the game as an emerging field in digital health. These smarts systems assess information from multiple layers of influence that shape our habits and decisions about
People around the world agree that children are still growing and learning. Their judgment isn't fully developed, so punishment is not the best way to deal with them. A study took a close look at 315 kids in Turkey. The kids were 83 boys and 17 girls. Of these kids, 33. 7 percent were involved in t
Free education is a hot topic in South Africa. Everyone's talking about the benefits, but what about the challenges? It's not just about the money. Think about the politics and the society too. A lot of people think free education means just waving tuition fees. But, it's more complicated
Imagine a time when cameras were new and exciting. The 1800s saw a boom in photography, and writers couldn't resist the chance to have their portraits taken. The daguerreotype was the first big hit, but it was pricey and not very practical. Writers started to pose in front of the camera. Th
Ever had a knee replaced? If so, you know that getting back to normal often depends on following a home rehab plan. But what makes some people stick to it while others don't? A study dug into this, focusing on folks who had a quick knee surgery. They found that certain things about you and your heal
Nicholas Carr, a renowned tech critic, has been warning about the downsides of technology for years. In his latest book, "Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart, " he dives into the paradox of communication. While we once believed more communication would bring us closer, Carr argu
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we use public transport. Researchers in Brazil decided to study how the virus spread among people using public transport in poorer areas, before vaccines were available. They looked at the rate of COVID-19 positivity and other related factors. You might won
