Health
Ballot measures to legalize recreational use of cannabis fail in Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota
Nov. 5, 2024, was a tough day for cannabis legalization supporters.This article was originally published on this website.
Month: November 2024
Society & Community
Friends act as family surrogates for unmarried African Americans
Friends play an essential role in everyone’s life, offering companionship and a safe space to share personal thoughts and feelings.This article was originally published on this website.
Society & Community
Religions talk about the value of humility, but it can be especially hard for clergy to practice what they preach
Being a religious leader means wearing many different hats. At times, their congregations expect them to convey passionate confidence—to be models of faith and strength. But wise leadership also means listening and being willing to […]
Politics & Global Issues
Toronto crime spikes on weekends and holidays—researchers use modeling and visualization to find hot spots
Criminal behavior in Toronto’s crime hot spots is higher on weekends and holidays, according to a new study from the University of Waterloo and supported by the International Space University based in France.This article was […]
Politics & Global Issues
Abortion did not play as big a role in the US election as many anticipated. What might happen on this issue now?
Online, people predicted the 2024 US election would be Roevember.This article was originally published on this website.
Politics & Global Issues
Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions, according to study
Central to Australia’s cultural and political identity is the notion of a “fair go.” But recent elections, including in the United States, have highlighted the challenge of maintaining shared norms and support for institutions when […]
Society & Community
Why the ‘Housing First’ approach has struggled to fulfill its promise of ending homelessness
Over the past 15 years, the Housing First approach has gained traction as an evidence-based solution to tackling homelessness in many developed countries, including Canada.This article was originally published on this website.
Politics & Global Issues
What can sport fans do if their team, or league, is being sportswashed?
As sport and politics are ever more intertwined in 2024, so too are the number of nations and organizations turning to “sportswashing.”This article was originally published on this website.
Politics & Global Issues
Leading up to the election, Trump voters trusted friends and family over traditional media, survey finds
Rural and urban. Blue and white collar. College and high school educated. There are many so-called “divides” in American politics.This article was originally published on this website.
Politics & Global Issues
How do we perceive our leaders? The answer is always in flux, research says
Associate professor Jayanth Narayanan has published research showing that the 2020 presidential election caused a noticeable shift in public perception of the “ideal” leader.This article was originally published on this website.