Summary: A new study finds that the storytelling board game Dixit may help people with autism express their thoughts and emotions. By selecting from illustrated cards, players can convey personal…
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Australia’s latest emissions data reveal we still have a giant fossil fuel problem
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain According to Australia’s Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen, the latest emissions data show “we are on track to reach our 2030 targets” under the…
Textile engineer develops 3D-printed material to boost mobility in protective clothing
Image shows the 3D-printed auxetic structure. Credit: Heriot-Watt University A textile engineer at Heriot-Watt University has developed a new material to boost flexibility and comfort of personal protective equipment (PPE).…
Gaming fans bring electric energy to Rotterdam as TwitchCon arrives
Rotterdam hosts TwitchCon — the annual event run by United States streaming giant Twitch — where fans can meet their favourite creators and join the celebrations. A few metro stops…
T Cells Found Living in Healthy Brains
Summary: Contrary to long-standing beliefs, T cells—key immune cells—have been discovered in the healthy brains of both mice and humans. These cells, previously thought to only enter the brain during…
Google says to appeal online search antitrust ruling
The judge’s decision on potential remedies is expected by August 2025. Google said Saturday it will appeal a ruling against it for anti-competitive practices in online search, a day after…
Robotic table tennis system predicts ball trajectory and adapts swing in real time
The table tennis simulation. Credit: Nguyen et al. Over the past decades, roboticists have introduced various systems that can replicate specific human motions and behaviors with remarkable accuracy. Some of…
How Personality Shapes Emotional Intimacy
Summary: While neuroticism is strongly associated with lower relationship satisfaction, the behavioral mechanisms driving this link have remained unclear. In a week-long daily diary study involving 246 participants, researchers identified…
