By Stephanie Gomes-Ng, Senior Lecturer of Psychology, Auckland University of Technology
Sarah Cowie, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
Our new research found behaving superstitiously could benefit us psychologically, even if we know it has no real effect on the outcomes of our actions.
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By Steve Fletcher, Professor of Ocean Policy and Economy, University of Portsmouth
Global action has always been the missing piece of the picture, as the plastics economy transcends national boundaries. A new treaty could change that.
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By Francesca Boyd, Business Research & Impact Fellow, University of Exeter
After the conclusion of UN biodiversity conference Cop16, it was easy to feel disappointed. In Cali, Colombia, discussions fell short on how to monitor targets and progress remains slow. Despite agreements, Cop16 lacked urgency from governments and the UN on how to halt the crisis in the natural world.
Like many others, the UK government remains focused on net zero targets for greenhouse gas emissions. It can feel like biodiversity – the…
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By Dominic Wilkinson, Consultant Neonatologist and Professor of Ethics, University of Oxford
Bryanna Moore, Assistant Professor, Health Humanities and Bioethics, University of Rochester
Johnna Wellesley, PhD Candidate, Bioethics, The University of Texas Medical Branch
There is a clear ethical and legal principle that adults have a right to make decisions about their health. This is sometimes called the principle of patient autonomy. That is, of course, why doctors need patients’ consent before providing the treatment they recommend.
But we only really notice the ethical significance of this principle when patients make choices that go against medical advice and that doctors think are unwise or even dangerous. If we respect autonomy, those…
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By Burcu Olgen, Doctoral Candidate in Environmental Design and 2024-25 Public Scholar, Concordia University
How people feel about AI’s involvement in social interactions as depicted in science fiction can help shape policy governing AI in public spaces, including AI for environmental learning.
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By Human Rights Watch
Click to expand Image International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan gives an interview with Reuters about Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, The Hague, Netherlands, October 12, 2023. © 2023 REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw/File Photo (The Hague) – The International Criminal Court (ICC) judges’ decision to issue arrest warrants against senior Israeli leaders and a Hamas official in the face of strong opposition – including from the United States and Israel – deserves international support, Human Rights Watch said today. On November 21,…
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By Amnesty International
Responding to proposals by the Australian government to ban social media access for children under the age of 16, Amnesty International Australia Campaigner Nikita White, said: “Rather than banning children and young people from social media, the Albanese government should regulate to enhance the protection of children’s privacy and personal data while prioritizing their […] The post Australia: Authorities must effectively regulate social media instead of banning children and young people appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Amnesty International
Responding to the news that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel; Yoav Gallant, former Israeli Minister of Defence and al-Qassam brigades commander Mohammed Diab Ibrahim Al-Masri , known as Deif, (in the absence of confirmation of his reported death), for charges of war crimes and crimes […] The post Israel/OPT: Netanyahu, Gallant and Al-Masri must face justice at the ICC for charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity appeared first on Amnesty International. ]]>
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By Paula M. Carbone, Professor of Clinical Education, University of Southern California
Fast fashion is everywhere – in just about every mall, in the feeds of influencers on social media promoting overconsumption, and in ads constantly popping up online.
Its focus on the continual production of new clothing is marked by speedy fashion cycles that give it its name. Fast fashion is intended to quickly copy high-end designs, but with low-quality materials, resulting…
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By Kevin Welner, Professor of Education Policy & Law; Director of the National Education Policy Center, University of Colorado Boulder
Donald Trump stated during his comeback campaign that he’d dismantle the Education Department if elected. Will Linda McMahon, his nominee for secretary of education, lead the way?
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