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As AI Expands, Erin Brockovich Taps Communities to Map Data Center Concerns

The environmental activist is gathering community concerns on AI data centers across the US.

Microplastics Are A Growing Concern For Many Americans, Survey Finds

A new Ocean Conservancy poll reveals a significant surge in American concern over microplastics, with awareness jumping 32% since 2023.

Emerging Research Reveals Psychosocial Twists About AI Chatbots And Human Minds

We need more empirical studies about the impact of generative AI on our mental health. I dissect one recent study to show counterintuitive r...

Why Artificial Light Should Now Be Legally Classed As Pollution

The Royal Astronomical Society is urging governments to classify artificial light as pollution, citing growing risks to health, biodiversity...

Marriage Benefits Men's Life Expectancy More Than Women's

Research shows that men live longer and healthier lives if they have a spouse, while women don’t see the same support in prolonging their le...