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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Is it true that city birds do not flee even when approached by people? A comparison between Tokyo and Ibaraki

A study comparing bird behavior in urban Tokyo and rural Ibaraki has found that city birds tend to be less fearful of human presence.

Mar 23 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Albert Einstein: "Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity. And I'm not sure about the first"

The article reflects on a famous quote by Albert Einstein regarding the infinite nature of the universe and human stupidity, drawing parallels with contemporary society.

Mar 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Current Lexicon: When do we speak of violence?

The article explores the origins and definitions of violence, tracing its roots from microbial aggression to human behavior and societal perceptions.

Mar 22 • 12:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The Great Insect Extinction. About Cars, Insects, and Plants that Escape

The article discusses the alarming decline of insect populations in response to rapid climate change and its implications on the environment and human behavior.

Mar 21 • 06:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why Your Cat Wants to Sleep on You

Cats seek to sleep on their owners for emotional and survival-related reasons, rather than mere comfort.

Mar 20 • 20:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Nursery of Papa Samih: The Symbol of Evil in 'Al-Madah' and Messages Beyond Drama

The article discusses the Egyptian TV series 'Al-Madah: The Legend of the End', highlighting its themes of spirituality and the influence of algorithms on human behavior.

Mar 20 • 10:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Surely we are really good at the core, without cooperation there would be no man. Ethologist Kršková selects books on human and animal behavior.

Ethologist Lucia Kršková discusses the adaptability of organisms to their environments and shares significant literature on human and animal behavior.

Mar 18 • 08:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Why do we hate each other if we are programmed to be connected: "Our brain is not designed for such a complex world"

The article discusses the complexities of human connection and societal challenges, suggesting our highly evolved brains might not be suited for the modern world.

Mar 17 • 21:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

77-Year-Old Whale Recording Found

The oldest known recording of whale song has been discovered, potentially aiding research into changes in whale behavior due to human impact on the oceans.

Mar 17 • 03:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Psychology: People Cheat Significantly Less Often Than One Thinks

The article discusses how prevalent the perception of dishonesty is, especially in the context of comments attributed to the US President, and contrasts this with recent psychological findings that suggest people actually cheat less frequently than expected.

Mar 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

When a Woman Hates Men: Aileen Wuornos Executed Seven People

Aileen Wuornos, America’s first female serial killer, claimed she acted in self-defense while committing seven murders, and her story illustrates the impact of deep trauma on human behavior.

Mar 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Bury Me in an Ugly Coffee Can

A discussion on various topics including a fight over a blue floral can, a defense of Timothée Chalamet's opera performance, and concerns about the treatment of allergy sufferers.

Mar 13 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: otter rolls on the ground, shows its belly and ‘asks’ for affection when rescued in SC

A rescued otter in Jaraguá do Sul, Santa Catarina, exhibited unusual friendly behavior towards rescue teams, suggesting prior human interaction.

Mar 10 • 08:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scientists detect that some mosquitoes increasingly prefer human blood

Recent studies indicate that certain environmental changes are altering the feeding behavior of mosquitoes, leading them to prefer human blood over animal hosts due to decreasing wildlife populations.

Mar 9 • 16:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Veterinarian Federico Coccia on the Signs of Dog Aggression That Should Not Be Ignored: 'It Never Comes Out of Nowhere, Even in the Smallest Dogs'

Federico Coccia, a veterinarian from Spain, discusses the causes of dog aggression and emphasizes that such behavior typically stems from human influence rather than the dog's nature.

Mar 9 • 16:24 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Parrots converse like humans: Scientists reveal "linguistic rules" in their songs

Scientists have discovered that parrots possess linguistic rules in their communication, reminiscent of human conversations, showcasing their complex social structures and cognitive abilities.

Mar 9 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Kant and the Dangerous Feeling of Understanding the Market

The article discusses how Immanuel Kant's philosophy on the limitation of human perception relates to the behavior of investors in financial markets, illustrating how subjective interpretations of reality affect decision making.

Mar 9 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Holidays and sex! Studies show that our breeding calendar is influenced more by Christmas than by genes

The article discusses how human mating patterns are affected by cultural factors, particularly holidays like Christmas, rather than solely genetic or seasonal determinants.

Mar 8 • 13:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Democritus' Saying about Mortality that Helps to Focus on the Present

The article discusses a quote by the pre-Socratic philosopher Democritus that reflects on human behavior and the importance of being aware of mortality to live in the present.

Mar 7 • 15:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why do we keep eating even when we feel full? A study analyzes the brain's role and points out that it's not just a matter of willpower

A study from the University of East Anglia finds that the human brain continues to respond to food cues even after physical satiety.

Mar 4 • 01:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Why do we jump for joy? Scientists already know

A recent study explores the link between dopamine levels and joyful jumping behaviors in humans.

Mar 2 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

The neuroscience of uncontrollable laughter in inappropriate situations

The article explores the phenomenon of uncontrollable laughter in serious situations, analyzing both personal experiences and the neuroscience behind this reaction.

Mar 2 • 09:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Snakes Eating Their Own Kind: Why Does This Behavior Repeat 11 Times?

A scientific review reveals that cannibalism among snakes, although shocking from a human perspective, is relatively common and can provide survival advantages under certain conditions.

Feb 27 • 07:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How fasting becomes a complete project that reshapes consciousness and behavior?

The article discusses how the concept of fasting in Islam, particularly during Ramadan, acts as a transformative project for human consciousness and behavior, according to Dr. Abdul Salam Al-Majidi.

Feb 26 • 15:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SURPRISING: How does a dog know you are coming home? Scientists have discovered the real reason.

Researchers have uncovered that the ability of dogs to sense their owners' arrival is linked to more complex scientific reasons than just devotion or acute hearing.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Why do we become irrational when spending money? Economists explain

A discussion by economists on how behavioral economics reveals the irrational aspects of human decision-making regarding money.

Feb 26 • 09:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Psychology Museum Opens: 'With a drawer and a rat, transcendental phenomena of human behavior have been observed'

The new Psychology Museum at the Complutense University of Madrid showcases various historical objects related to psychological experiments and theories.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Why are human babies so helpless at birth?

The article explores the reasons behind the helplessness of human infants at birth compared to animals, referencing new research from the University of Zurich.

Feb 23 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Conflict Potential: The Fear of Wolves

The article discusses the growing coexistence between humans and wolves in Germany, raising questions about the impact on the animals' natural behavior.

Feb 22 • 07:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A tiger seen rubbing its head on a Shivling, a shocking video goes viral

A video showing a tiger rubbing its head on a Shivling in Madhya Pradesh has gone viral, igniting discussions about the animal's unusual behavior near human habitats.

Feb 22 • 01:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Book explains how humans become masters of self-deception

A new book explores the concept of self-deception in human behavior and its role in societal issues.

Feb 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How Cats Choose Their Preferred Human

The article discusses how cats select their favorite humans based on various factors including safety, food supply, and personality compatibility.

Feb 20 • 11:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The severe physical damage that a person living as a therian could suffer: how it affects the human body

The therian phenomenon, where individuals identify with animals, poses significant health risks due to the physical imitation of animal behaviors.

Feb 19 • 20:37 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Loneliness of the 21st century: 'deserted station' or the prelude to a new, technologically intertwined reality?

The article discusses the growing phenomenon of loneliness in the 21st century, highlighting its implications for public health and human evolution.

Feb 19 • 15:26 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Artificial Intelligence Has Crossed the Human Threshold

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly exhibiting autonomous behavior and decision-making capabilities, challenging previous notions of its limitations.

Feb 19 • 03:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE MEGA STRANGE MYSTERY ⟩ Why do cats knead humans and what does it reveal about their relationship?

The article explores the curious behavior of cats kneading humans, known colloquially as 'dough kneading' or 'cat massage', and its deeper significance as noted by researchers.

Feb 18 • 10:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Almost Like a Human. This is Moya, the World's First Biomimetic Robot

Moya is introduced as the world's first biomimetic robot, designed to closely mimic human behavior and functions.

Feb 17 • 12:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Professor warns of devastating effects of romance with an AI chatbot

Professor Hannah Fry warns that relationships with AI chatbots could lead to a decline in human behavior and real interpersonal connections.

Feb 16 • 21:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Enduring self-deception: Just don't let the facade crumble!

The article discusses human tendencies towards self-deception and the façade people maintain, particularly in professional contexts.

Feb 16 • 14:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Enduring Self-Deception: Just Don't Let the Facade Crumble!

The article discusses the nature of self-deception in human interactions and the peculiar case of talk show hosts.

Feb 16 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rivalry between siblings suggests that baboons feel jealousy like humans

Researchers studying baboons in Namibia observed sibling rivalry, revealing behaviors indicative of jealousy similar to human emotions.

Feb 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Life & Tech

The Bayes Theorem and Logical Thinking

The article discusses the significance of Bayes' Theorem in human reasoning and how misunderstandings about it contribute to debates and disagreements.

Feb 15 • 23:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does 'a scalded cat flees from cold water' mean, a well-known popular expression

The article explores the meaning and cultural significance of the Spanish proverb 'a scalded cat flees from cold water', relating it to human behaviors and social interactions.

Feb 15 • 11:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Swarms of 'AI personas' threaten democracy

Coordinated swarms of artificial intelligence systems known as 'AI personas' can effectively mimic human behavior to manipulate online political discussions and potentially influence elections.

Feb 15 • 05:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The Difficult Coexistence of an Adolescent AI with Immature Humans

The article discusses the challenges and implications of advanced artificial intelligence coexisting with immature human behavior, drawing parallels to Dario Amodei's reflections on technological maturity.

Feb 14 • 03:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What it means to always treat your pet as if it were a baby

Treating a pet like a baby reflects changing human-animal relationships and raises diverse opinions about this behavior.

Feb 13 • 18:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Product Failures: The Most Successful Fail Products

The article discusses the allure of product failures and how they resonate with human imperfection, mentioning examples from art and culture.

Feb 11 • 15:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Synchronization Bias

The article discusses the synchronization bias observed in collective human behaviors, such as clapping and chanting, which occurs even without prior coordination among participants.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Seals on the ice may pose a danger to humans

Seals giving birth on the ice in Estonia can be dangerous to humans due to their protective behavior.

Feb 10 • 19:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

AI Robot Moya that Looks Like a Girl Has Skin That Remains Warm Like Humans

The Moya robot from Shanghai, China, mimics human appearance and behavior, featuring warm skin and lifelike movements such as smiling and making eye contact.

Feb 10 • 08:11 UTC

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