Not all meditation apps and podcasts have the same goal to cultivate mindfulness. Here, two scholars of #Buddhism – who examined the many hundreds of apps associated with Buddhism – share tips to choose a good one, not the money-grab products that don’t show respect to #mindfulness.
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Meditation apps might calm you – but miss the point of Buddhist mindfulness
Buddhist meditation apps are an increasingly popular stress-reliever for people on the go. But do these apps really work? Or are they products of a...
The basic process of carbonation is relatively simple, but a variety of factors – from temperature to surface tension – can affect the taste and quality of beverages. From a professor of #chemistry and a home brewer himself:
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The bubbly chemistry behind carbonated beverages
Ever wonder how soda manufacturers get the bubbles and fizz inside the can? A chemist explains some of the science behind the carbonation process. ...
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Nat King Cole wasn’t just a groundbreaking musician—he was a quiet yet resolute advocate for social justice. Examining his activism reveals the nuanced ways he challenged racism and supported the Civil Rights Movement, often in ways that went unnoticed.
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Nat King Cole’s often overlooked role in the Civil Rights Movement
Nat King Cole’s success paved the way for future generations of Black artists.
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Trump's claims about white genocide in South Africa have deep roots in American history, going back to the nativist movements of the 1800. The conspiracy theory has influenced extremist groups and political discourse for decades.
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Trump’s white genocide claims about South Africa have deep roots in American history
Trump’s claims of a white genocide happening in South Africa have been debunked by fact-checkers. But this is still the rationale for bringing wh...
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Disinformation spreads not because it’s true, but because it tells a good story. Florida International University is training #AI to decode persuasive narratives, track fake personas and expose foreign influence campaigns.
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Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns
Disinformation campaigns are using AI to tell false but compelling stories. AI tools are also helping counter the campaigns by detecting incongruit...
#DEI has roots in decades of civil rights progress–and research shows it boosts innovation, profits and access to opportunity. As backlash grows, the real question is: What does the data say?
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Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI
From civil rights to corporate boardrooms, efforts to expand inclusion have long shaped American life. What does research show about the returns ...
#Colorado businesses are embracing recovery-friendly workplaces, with 70% of staff at one Denver sandwich shop in active #recovery. The trend is part of a growing effort to reframe how employers address addiction and #mentalhealth.
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More Colorado workplaces are becoming safe places for employees in recovery
Workplaces across the country are becoming safe and supportive places for people with substance use issues.
In just 5 months, ICE agreements with local police have exploded from 135 to 628—now covering 40 states. These new agreements allow local police officers to act like immigration agents and: - Check someone’s immigration status - Detain them for ICE - Start deportation processes A criminal justice scholar says the research shows these partnerships erode trust in police and ultimately makes communities less safe.
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Surge of ICE agreements with local police aim to increase deportations, but many police forces have found they undermine public safety
History shows that building the trust of immigrants is an effective tactic in combating local crime and making entire communities safer.
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Arkansas' experiment with Medicaid work requirements found no evidence of increased employment but substantial reductions to health care coverage and access. The GOP is still pushing for nationwide implementation in their massive spending bill.
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There’s no evidence work requirements for Medicaid recipients will boost employment, but they are a key piece of Republican spending bill
Past experience suggests that adding work requirements to Medicaid will strip health services from millions of American without increasing employment.
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