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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Attractive children have an easier life as adults. Scientists have proof

New research indicates that physical attractiveness in childhood can predict positive personality traits in adulthood.

Feb 27 • 17:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

February Public Officials' Asset Disclosure: Lee Han-joo's 7.6 billion Asset Leads Current Officials

Lee Han-joo, chair of the Economic and Social Research Committee, reported assets worth 7.6 billion won, making him the wealthiest among current officials in the February asset disclosure.

Feb 26 • 15:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway opens live show with 'shocking' news

Kate Garraway revealed alarming research about the negative impact of social media on teenagers during the live broadcast of Good Morning Britain.

Feb 26 • 07:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

One in Four Ads: The Great Fraud Machinery on Social Media

Research has revealed that one in four ads on Meta platforms in Germany is associated with fraudulent activities, suggesting a sophisticated industry at play.

Feb 25 • 17:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Parental control of children's network usage will not be limited, Meta's research shows

Research by Meta indicates that parental control measures will not effectively limit children's usage of social networks.

Feb 23 • 13:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

2-Year-Olds Already Show Group Bias, Says Study

A study reveals that two-year-olds exhibit signs of loyalty to their social groups while also showing personal preferences independent of group influence.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Email Newsletters: A Safe Haven for News Audiences in the Era of Digital Chaos

Email newsletters have emerged as a crucial tool for news organizations to connect directly with audiences amidst the tumult of social media.

Feb 22 • 06:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Polylaminin and Tatiana Sampaio go viral on social media, but fall well below Virginia, says survey

Biologist Tatiana Sampaio has gained 16 million interactions on social media, receiving significant attention for her research on polylaminin, a protein aimed at aiding spinal cord injury regeneration.

Feb 20 • 19:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is AI Changing Users' Political Views? Researchers Got Solid Evidence

A study led by Germain Gauthier from Bocconi University investigates how algorithmic feeds influence political attitudes on social media.

Feb 20 • 14:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Panhellenic Association of Doctors: "Honorary Mention to Ioannis Vardopoulos"

An honorary event was held in Thessaloniki to recognize the contributions of Ioannis Vardopoulos and inaugurate the new tradition of the "PASYD Day of Honor - Excellence, Research & Social Contribution."

Feb 20 • 09:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Patient walks again and polylaminin trends; understand what the substance can do and what is still unknown

Polylaminin has recently gained attention on social media due to a patient's recovery and ongoing discussions about its potential and patent issues in Brazil.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 15% of Amazon residents have left poverty, reveals research

A study by Fundação Getulio Vargas shows that over 15% of residents in Amazonas have escaped poverty between 2022 and 2024, reflecting a national trend of economic improvement.

Feb 20 • 01:59 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Kohichi Akashi confirmed as President of Kyushu University, continuing the trend of having a Medical School graduate

Kohichi Akashi has been confirmed as the new President of Kyushu University, focusing on leukemia research and emphasizing the importance of social change in education.

Feb 19 • 09:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Zuckerberg attends ‘SNS addiction’ trial… “Parental control is useless,” research impact

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a trial regarding social media addiction, arguing that Instagram is focused on building sustainable communities rather than increasing user time.

Feb 19 • 08:04 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sahmyook University signs MOU with Sahmyook Foundation for AI specialist training

Sahmyook University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sahmyook Foundation to enhance training and research collaboration for AI specialists in the field of social welfare.

Feb 19 • 07:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Internet is Mostly Used in Latvia for Social Communication, Research Shows

A study commissioned by the National Electronic Mass Media Council indicates that Latvians predominantly use the internet for social communication, with 66% engaging in social media daily or nearly every day.

Feb 18 • 15:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Impact of COVID Remote Learning and Social Media: Increased Anxiety and Depression Among University Students Worldwide

Research indicates a significant rise in anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts among university students globally, exacerbated by COVID-19 remote learning and social media exposure.

Feb 18 • 05:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What Science Says About Watching Your Ex on Social Media

Monitoring an ex-partner's social media can exacerbate emotional distress rather than provide comfort or closure, according to recent psychological research.

Feb 17 • 17:57 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Social media fills gaps in biodiversity maps

A study reveals that social media images, particularly of butterflies, can significantly enhance biodiversity data in under-researched regions.

Feb 17 • 06:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Medicine: How Endless Scrolling Affects Young People

The SPD in Germany is advocating for a social media ban for children under 14, as research increasingly highlights the detrimental effects of excessive screen time on youth.

Feb 16 • 10:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Social Media: What Research Knows About the TikTok Algorithm

The article discusses a lawsuit filed by a young woman, KGM, against social media companies, alleging that their platforms, including TikTok, contributed to her mental health issues.

Feb 14 • 10:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Do young people want the CLT? Research shows that more than half are looking for their first job with a formal contract in RS

A recent study reveals that more than half of young job seekers in Rio Grande do Sul prefer formal employment under the Brazilian labor laws (CLT), despite a social narrative suggesting otherwise.

Feb 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Professor has investigated the optimal number of students in school classes - and it is not 14, as Social Democrats suggest

A professor challenges the Social Democrats' proposal of a 14-student limit in classrooms, suggesting it may not be optimal based on research findings.

Feb 14 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'A pint down the pub inspired me to make a life changing decision'

A new study reveals that many people come up with business ideas while at the pub, highlighting the social environment's impact on entrepreneurship.

Feb 13 • 10:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

We Thought Dogs Remember Words. The Truth is More Complex

Recent research shows that dogs' ability to learn names of objects is largely influenced by their social motivation rather than memorization skills.

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Surprising Effect of Brain Experiment: People Became More Generous

A new study suggests that synchronizing activity in specific parts of the brain can enhance people's tendency to engage in altruistic behavior.

Feb 12 • 20:02 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Pro-Kremlin Accounts Using Epstein Files to Push Conspiracy Theories – Research

Pro-Kremlin social media accounts are misusing newly released Jeffrey Epstein files to propagate conspiracy theories about Ukraine and sex trafficking.

Feb 12 • 16:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Researcher Block of Inpe Celebrates 18 Years and Will Parade This Thursday (11) in São José

The 'Cuba Here, Cuba There' block, consisting of researchers and former employees of the National Institute for Space Research (Inpe), is celebrating its 18th anniversary with a parade in São José dos Campos.

Feb 11 • 23:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

AI tools make potentially harmful errors in social work records, research says

Research indicates that AI tools used in social work records are generating harmful inaccuracies, such as false reports of suicidal ideation.

Feb 11 • 19:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Maaris Raudsepp: Why Gender is Important in Science?

Maaris Raudsepp discusses the social implications of gender in the field of science, arguing that it significantly influences research quality and representation.

Feb 11 • 12:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

No one should witness this – still, it happens 190 times a month

European social media users were exposed to scam ads 993 billion times in 2025, according to Juniper Research.

Feb 11 • 06:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

RESEARCH: Annual distribution of money to people does not harm them at all – rather the opposite

A recent study suggests that distributing cash to residents does not lead to negative societal impacts and may instead have positive effects.

Feb 11 • 06:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Are you paying for purchases at a self-checkout? Your bill could be higher by as much as 25 percent. What is it due to?

Research shows that customers using self-checkout kiosks are likely to exceed their planned budgets due to factors like reduced social pressure and software design that encourages spending.

Feb 10 • 10:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Study: University Teachers Use Artificial Intelligence Even More Than Students

A study conducted by scientists from the University of Latvia and the Banking School reveals that university teachers are using artificial intelligence tools more frequently than their students, particularly in social sciences and finance fields.

Feb 9 • 13:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

When Loneliness Becomes a Disease: How Isolation Harms Our Health Without Us Noticing?

The article discusses the alarming health effects of loneliness, supported by research indicating that strong social connections are vital for well-being.

Feb 9 • 13:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Milda Ališauskienė has started to lead the Lithuanian Social Science Center

Milda Ališauskienė has been appointed as the new director of the Lithuanian Social Science Center, emphasizing quality social research and collaboration for the future vision of Lithuania.

Feb 9 • 11:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Don't underestimate yourself. Others like you much more than you think.

New research reveals that individuals often underestimate how positively they are perceived by others, particularly after social interactions.

Feb 7 • 17:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

POSTIMEHE FUND ⟩ The deadline for applications for the Postimehe book grant is approaching

The Postimehe Fund's application deadline for the Jaan Tõnisson-named book grant, aimed at supporting research in the humanities or social sciences, is approaching, with submissions accepted until February 14, 2026.

Feb 5 • 17:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Young People No Longer Want Sex: Research Uncovers an Unexpected Culprit Destroying Generation Z's Libido

A new study reveals that chronic fatigue, rather than dating apps or social media, is a significant factor contributing to Generation Z's declining interest in sex, with 73% reporting constant exhaustion.

Feb 4 • 19:54 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Who better withstands pain - men or women? A scientific experiment revealed the truth

A scientific experiment sheds light on the ongoing debate about whether men or women have a higher tolerance for pain, revealing that the issue is complex and influenced by various physiological, psychological, and social factors.

Feb 4 • 15:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Author who co-wrote two books with Noam Chomsky condemns scholar’s ties to Epstein

Vijay Prashad expresses dismay over Noam Chomsky's friendship with Jeffrey Epstein following the release of new correspondence between the two.

Feb 4 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Patients' Rights with Cancer Exist, but They Face Misinformation and Delays, Says Research

A national survey in Brazil reveals that while there are laws ensuring cancer patients' rights to diagnosis, treatment, and social benefits, many patients remain unaware of these rights due to misinformation and delays.

Feb 4 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ratings: In the first month of the year, only the Reform Party increased support

In January, only the Reform Party saw an increase in support, maintaining its position in third place according to a weekly survey by the Institute of Social Research and Norstat Estonia.

Feb 4 • 04:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

One in five posts on social media is hostile to humans, says study

A study reveals that one out of five posts on the AI-exclusive social network Moltbook expresses hostility towards humans.

Feb 3 • 19:07 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Science awards given for cancer, nervous system research, and the search for sustainable materials for roads

Recent science awards have been presented for notable research in cancer, nervous system studies, and sustainable materials, with additional recognition for contributions in the humanities and social sciences.

Feb 3 • 15:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Fondazione Tim: winning projects selected from calls for research, inclusion, and health

The TIM Foundation has selected six Italian excellence entities to receive approximately 1.5 million euros for innovative projects in scientific research, social inclusion, and health.

Jan 16 • 14:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Social Stratification of Youth: Belonging is No Longer a Matter of Choice, but of Parental Material Possibilities

A research team led by Dr. Inga Tomić-Koludrović and Mr. Mirko Petrić examined the living conditions of university students in Zadar, Split, and Dubrovnik, revealing that socioeconomic factors significantly influence their lifestyles.

Jan 11 • 22:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

If your mobile is eavesdropping on you, you probably agreed to it, says researcher

A researcher discusses how mobile devices may seem to eavesdrop on conversations, leading to targeted ads based on recent discussions, and provides insights on how to prevent this.

Jan 6 • 16:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

Secularization, social anthropology, and Christianity / Research on religion showed that faith belongs to the past. Today it admits the opposite

The article discusses the historical relationship between modern science and Christianity, highlighting how earlier scientific pioneers believed in God, while contemporary research suggests a resurgence of interest in faith.

Jan 2 • 19:49 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Costs for the Unemployed Reach Record High – Citizen Income and Social Benefits Drive Expenses

Unemployment expenses surged to nearly 77 billion euros last year, primarily driven by citizen income and social benefits, according to the Institute for Labor Market and Vocational Research.

Dec 30 • 06:09 UTC

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