Where citizens would choose a scenario based on net regional self-sufficiency over the least-cost scenario. Colours show choice probabilities for the regional net self-sufficiency scenario. Credit: Tim Tröndle Renewable energy…
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Ketamine Fails to Outperform Placebo in Major Depression Trial
Summary: A large randomized and blinded clinical trial has found no additional benefit of repeated ketamine infusions over standard inpatient care for treating major depression. The study compared ketamine with…
What the US$55 billion Electronic Arts takeover means for video game workers and the industry
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Electronic Arts (EA) is one of the world’s largest gaming companies. It has agreed to be acquired for US$55 billion in the second largest buyout in…
Hearing Voices May Stem from the Brain Misreading Its Own Inner Speech
Summary: A new study reveals that auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia may arise when the brain fails to recognize its own inner voice as self-generated. Normally, the brain predicts the sound…
When a Hug Turns Dark: How Manipulative Partners Use Touch
Summary: Touch can strengthen bonds and calm stress, but not all affection is sincere. A new study reveals that people with “dark triad” traits—narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism—often use physical touch…
OpenAI has slipped shopping into ChatGPT users’ chats—here’s why that matters
Credit: Airam Dato-on from Pexels Your phone buzzes at 6 a.m. It’s ChatGPT: “I see you’re traveling to New York this week. Based on your preferences, I’ve found three restaurants…
