A human set a new mathematical record. Then AI came for it
OpenAI is at the center of another controversy over machines tackling big math problems. This one’s about the twin prime conjecture.
How the body adapts to extreme heat
As heatwaves become more frequent and severe, scientists are studying whether heat acclimation can help protect vulnerable populations.
Terrorist propaganda is outpacing global efforts to stop it, UN report finds
Terrorist groups are recruiting, raising money and even planning operations through propaganda that is now “embedded” in every stage of their work, a new...
Historical art can hide scientific secrets
Scientists are working closely with art historians to uncover scientific documentation in historic paintings.
Humanitarian Needs Grow as Nepal Recovers from Catastrophic Floods
UNITED NATIONS, September 11 (IPS) – Two weeks after devastating floods struck Nepal, communities across the country are still struggling to meet basic needs...
PHILIPPINES: ‘Responding to Disinformation Can’t Mean Giving the Government a Mandate to Police Truth’
CIVICUS discusses the implications of the Philippines’ proposed anti-disinformation bill with Josalee Deinla, Secretary-General of the National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers, a civil society...
The Sept. 11 disasters still shape people’s health 25 years later
The anniversaries come and go, but the physical and mental health of workers and survivors is still being affected by September 11, 2001.
Ukraine: Drone attacks on Chornobyl are ‘gambling with the safety of millions of people’
A drone strike on the protective structure at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant could have endangered the safety of millions of people, UN Development...
The Lighter Side of Politics at the UN General Assembly
UNITED NATIONS, September 11 (IPS) – When over 130 world leaders arrive in New York for the high-level segment of the General Assembly next...
Security Council LIVE: Fresh attacks prompt emergency meeting on Yemen
On the heels of reported Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and the capture of another key port by the militants on Yemen’s...
WHO calls for urgent health action across the Eastern Mediterranean 
Yemen: WFP warns of potential ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ as fighting blocks aid delivery 
Security Council LIVE: Libya in the spotlight amid ‘encouraging progress’ 
Health workers tackle taboos over drinking with new AI tool