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A portrait taken in North Philly in the 1980s reconnects poet with cherished memories of her own beloved father

To celebrate Father’s Day, The Conversation U.S. asked Philadelphia anthropologist, playwright and poetic ethnographer Kimmika Williams-Witherspoon to reflect on a poem she recently performed to accompany a 1986 photograph by Philadelphia photographer Joseph V. Labolito.

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Trump’s clash with California governor over LA protests has potential to influence next presidential race

During US president Donald Trump’s first administration, many Democratic governors served as a major source of opposition to Trump. Gavin Newsom, the current governor of California, regularly sparred with Trump on several issues, including immigration, healthcare and gun rights. But after Trump was re-elected in 2024, Newsom promised to work…

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The AI hype is just like the blockchain frenzy – here’s what happens when the hype dies

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken centre stage across various industries. From AI-generated art to chatbots in customer service, every sector is seemingly poised for disruption.

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What the new British zoo standards mean for animal welfare

If you visit a zoo, you might be captivated by the animals you see — majestic lions, curious meerkats, soaring birds of prey. But this is not always the case. Some zoos don’t always give us that impression of “happy animals” where they can behave naturally and be left alone…

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Why burning waste to power a giant greenhouse really could be a greener way of growing food

A new project in Bradwell, Essex, aims to change how we grow food and how we deal with our rubbish. Slated to begin operations in 2027, the Rivenhall greenhouse project could become Europe’s largest low-carbon horticulture facility.

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Fossilised stomach reveals sauropod dinosaur’s final meal

Since the late 19th century, sauropod dinosaurs have been almost universally regarded as herbivores, despite no evidence - until now

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Trump’s use of the national guard against LA protesters defies all precedents

Violence has erupted on the streets of cities across southern California over the weekend, as protesters clashed with agents from the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency detaining people they suspected to be illegal immigrants. The US president, Donald Trump, took the unusual decision on Saturday to deploy 2,000…

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Why wind farm developers are pulling out at the last minute

The UK government’s strategy for tackling climate change received a major blow in May when Danish developer Ørsted announced that adverse economic developments had halted its 2.4 gigawatt (GW) Hornsea 4 wind farm in the North Sea.

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Hedgehog poo could hold important secrets about local biodiversity

Biodiversity, the rich variety of life found on Earth, is vanishing. I’m a conservation scientist keen to monitor this loss to better understand where efforts to reverse it will be most effective. And I might have hit on a novel solution.

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Golden Dome: An aerospace engineer explains the proposed US-wide missile defense system

In May 2025, President Donald Trump announced a plan to build a missile defense system, called the Golden Dome. How exactly does it work?

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Horses have a complex repertoire of facial expressions, just like primates

When I started horse riding lessons at the age of eight, I was told that if a horse had its ears forward that was a good sign, and if horse had its ears back it wasn’t happy. Those riding lessons sparked a fascination with equine behaviour that is still with…

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Mussel power: how an offshore shellfish farm is boosting marine life

Over the past 50 years, global aquaculture including fish, mussel and seaweed farms has grown dramatically. Almost half of the world’s wild-caught fish is used to produce fishmeal and oils that feed farmed fish.

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Ocean mud locks up much of the planet’s carbon – we’re digging deep to map these ancient stores

Mud is messy. For some, it’s a plaything. To many, it can mean real hardship. Mud, though, is often overlooked, particularly when it lies out of sight. Deep down at the bottom of the sea, it is one of the most important natural archives of Earth’s past – holding clues…

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Germany’s chancellor thinks his fellow citizens need to work harder. Here’s why he’s wrong

People in Germany have taken the idea of a work-life balance too far. To get their economy back on track, they must work more.

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Why the Musk and Trump relationship is breaking down – a psychologist explains

It is not a good break-up. These were always two big beasts used to getting their own way. Two alpha males, if you like the evolutionary metaphor, trying to get along. And now the Donald Trump and Elon Musk relationship is in meltdown.

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Esa at 50: how the space agency helped keep Europe at the frontiers of science

Everyone has heard of Nasa, a name synonymous with every aspect of space exploration. Yet talk about Esa, the European Space Agency, is more likely to result in a blank stare.

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How to design landscapes that enhance natural sounds and minimise noise pollution

Sounds are integral parts of any landscape. Think of the calls of grouse and curlew on the Pennine Moors. Wind sieving through reed beds in the Norfolk Broads. Church bells chiming out over the hustle and bustle of central London. Every locale across the Earth, beneath our oceans, lakes and…

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UK funds controversial climate-cooling research

The UK government’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency – known as Aria – recently announced it is funding 21 research teams to explore what it terms climate cooling. The money involved (£56 million) isn’t much in the grand scheme of things. But experts on both sides of the debate (and…

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The pursuit of eternal youth goes back centuries. Modern cosmetic surgery is turning it into a reality – for rich people

Kris Jenner’s “new” face sparked myriad headlines about how she can look so good at 69 years old. While she’s not confirmed what sort of procedures she’s undergone, speculation abounds.

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Trump’s Middle East pivot aims to counter China’s rising influence

The US president, Donald Trump, claimed he was able to secure deals totalling more than US$2 trillion (£1.5 trillion) for the US on his tour of the Gulf states in May. Trump said “there has never been anything like” the amount of jobs and money these agreements will bring to…

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The atmosphere is getting thirstier and it’s making droughts worse – new study

Droughts are becoming more severe and widespread across the globe. But it’s not just changing rainfall patterns that are to blame. The atmosphere is also getting thirstier.

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Why climate is an everyday story – but media coverage still spikes around special environment days and UN summits

Climate change is already happening. But 36% of the world’s population still disputes the realities of its origins and impacts. When the science is clear but public understanding lags, more lives and livelihoods are put at risk.

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Your WhatsApp messages could get you sacked

It’s late evening and your phone vibrates with some banter from colleagues. You join the conversation and go to bed feeling part of the work community. You then wake up and have a feeling of apprehension as to how the messages will be perceived.

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Why climate professionals are often held to unrealistic standards

Climate professionals, people who work in roles which address climate change, are often criticised for what they eat or how they travel. Criticism of lifestyle choices by colleagues, family members or even strangers can be demotivating. Worse, it can hinder efforts towards building a sustainable future.

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