As the school year revs up, a renowned child developmental psychologist highlights the robust benefits of pretend play on cognitive, social, and emotional development in children and cautions how 'learning through play' has changed with the demands of contemporary society. Given natural selection's shaping of childhood for the acquisition and refinement of species-adapted social-cognitive skills -- much through pretend play -- he says it's unfortunate that modern culture is ignoring the evolved wisdom of how best to educate young children.
By staring into the hellish landscape of Jupiter's moon Io -- the most volcanically active location in the solar system -- astronomers have been able to study a fundamental process in planetary formation and evolution: tidal heating.
Researchers have uncovered key insights into the dangerous phenomenon of 'river avulsion,' offering a way to predict when and where rivers may suddenly and dramatically change course.
The New York Jets showed the New England Patriots their hand well before they needed to. The organization’s social media account posted a photo from Gang Green’s locker room Thursday evening. No problem, right? Well, the photo essentially confirmed Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley would not play against the Patriots in the Week 3 contest. The […]
An examination of millions of patient visits to primary care physicians shows that mental health concerns are second only to musculoskeletal complaints in everyday care. One in nine patients was seeking care primarily because of a mental health concern. In mid-life, that number rises to one in five patients. Mental health concerns are as prevalent as respiratory and cardiovascular complaints, and are more common than infections, injuries, digestive, skin, urological or sensory issues.
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al-Hilal and Al Ittihad, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
The New York Jets placed defensive end Jermaine Johnson on injured reserve on Thursday because of a ruptured right Achilles tendon, ending his season,
Scientists have discovered the cuisine preferences of two resident killer whale populations, also known as orcas: the Alaska residents and the southern residents, which reside primarily in the Salish Sea and off the coast of Washington, British Columbia, Oregon and northern California. The two populations show broad preference for salmon, particularly Chinook, chum and coho. But they differ in when they switch to hunting and eating different salmon species, as well as the other fish species they pursue to supplement their diets.
Syphilis cases have surged worldwide, leaving public health officials scrounging for ways to stop the spread. Now, a large, collaborative study of syphilis genetics from four continents has found hints of a possible target for a vaccine.
An international group of researchers says two decades of research have generated sufficient knowledge about the sources and effects of microplastics to allow world leaders to agree measures to address them. The argument comes 20 years after the first ever study to coin the term microplastics to describe the microscopic fragments of plastics in our ocean.
A new study offers the most detailed glimpse yet into how Earth's surface temperature has changed over the past 485 million years. The data show that Earth has been and can be warmer than today -- but humans and animals cannot adapt fast enough to keep up with human-caused climate change.
Researchers have isolated 18 bacterial strains from stool from healthy people that could potentially be a more effective treatment for antibiotic-resistant gut infections. The team found that these strains suppress the growth of Enterobacteriaceae and alleviate inflammation in the guts of mice by competing with the harmful bacteria for carbohydrates and preventing them from colonizing the intestine. The findings could lead to the development of a microbial transplant for patients that manages antibiotic-resistant... Читать дальше...
It remained unclear whether the man, Panos Anastasiou, came close to carrying out his threats, and public records indicate that he is not affiliated with any political party.
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A deadline of Oct. 1 for a new deal between port workers and ownership is approaching, and after talks broke down during the summer, tensions are high.
Despite a federal moratorium, there have already been thirteen state executions this year. And in the next week, five people are scheduled to die.
The embattled Prime Minister has been lambasted for what's been seen as cashing in on donations ranging from clothes for his wife to football freebies.
Watch highlights as Jose Maria Gimenez scores a late winner as Atletico Madrid begin their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win over RB Leipzig.
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya pays tribute to his goalkeeping coach following a fine performance in their goalless draw against Atalanta at the Gewiss Stadium.
The District Attorney's Office plans to appeal
FedEx’s results were dragged down by weaker-than-expected demand, particularly in the U.S. domestic package market.
Israel sabotaged the terror group’s secure military communications