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Women with ADHD three times more likely to experience premenstrual dysphoric disorder – new research

Women with ADHD three times more likely to experience premenstrual dysphoric disorder – new research: PMDD causes symptoms such as mood swings, irritability, depressed mood and anxiety. LightField Studios/ Shutterstock Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has historically been under-studied in women. This means we still have a limited understanding of how the condition may uniquely affect …

South African companies aren’t innovating enough: why support during tough economic times matters

South African companies aren’t innovating enough: why support during tough economic times matters: South Africa’s innovation fund, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the 2025 state of the nation address, was a response to the country’s urgent need for inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Evidence from South Africa shows that public financial support for innovation …

Medieval Venice shows us the good art can do in times of crisis

Medieval Venice shows us the good art can do in times of crisis: The 14th-century mosaic in the baptistery of Venice's San Marco basilica showing the crucifixion scene with the Venetian doge and two officers of the city beneath. University of Bologna, CC BY-ND In an increasingly polarised world, the arts and humanities play a …

Women always suffer in times of conflict. Yet the arms industry is accused of gender washing war

Women always suffer in times of conflict. Yet the arms industry is accused of gender washing war: A displaced Yemeni woman makes food for her children in the camp where they live in the city of Taiz. akramalrasny/Shutterstock International Women’s Day, marked each year on March 8, is all about celebrating women and furthering efforts …

South African telescope discovers a giant galaxy that’s 32 times bigger than Earth’s

South African telescope discovers a giant galaxy that’s 32 times bigger than Earth’s: Inkathazo's glowing plasma jets are shown in red and yellow. The starlight from other surrounding galaxies can be seen in the background. K.K.L Charlton (UCT), MeerKAT, HSC, CARTA, IDIA, CC BY You may not know it, but right now there’s a huge …

Avalanches can grow 100 times larger under the sea than on land – here’s why they’re a risk to the internet

Avalanches can grow 100 times larger under the sea than on land – here’s why they’re a risk to the internet: ZHMURCHAK/Shutterstock Underwater avalanches are powerful natural events that happen all the time under the surface of the ocean. They are impossible to see and extremely difficult to measure, which means we know little about …

Russia-Ukraine war spills into west Africa: Mali attacks signal dangerous times ahead

Russia-Ukraine war spills into west Africa: Mali attacks signal dangerous times ahead: Russia suffered significant blows to its reputation in mid-2024. An attack on its territory by Ukraine came as a surprise. In west Africa, the Wagner mercenary group, supported by Russia, suffered one of its heaviest fatalities in Mali. An alliance of Tuareg rebel …

Uncertain times for South Africa’s foreign policy as country heads for coalition government

Uncertain times for South Africa’s foreign policy as country heads for coalition government: After South Africa’s 29 May election, the African National Congress has lost the electoral majority it held for 30 years, but remains the party with the highest number of seats in parliament. This makes it a key partner in the formation of …

How maps are used and abused in times of conflict

How maps are used and abused in times of conflict: kirill_makarov/Shutterstock Maps, although seemingly objective representations of the world, hold immense power. They shape our understanding of space, navigate our journeys and define political boundaries. But beneath the veneer of neutrality lies a potential for manipulation. The history of warfare is littered with examples of …

Which zoo animals are most active in winter and what times are best to see them?

Which zoo animals are most active in winter and what times are best to see them?: Amur tigers are evolved for winter weather Ondrej Prosicky/Shutterstock The temperature has dropped, the nights have drawn in. The winter holidays have started, families are gathered – so where can you go to fuel the imagination and get some …

Social media content in times of war: an expert guide on how to keep violence off your feeds

Social media content in times of war: an expert guide on how to keep violence off your feeds: There are some practical ways to filter the amount of violent and graphic content you see on social media. bubaone Social media platforms are a great source of information and entertainment. They also help us to maintain …

Youth hostels face tough times – but they are perfect for authentic, spontaneous experiences

Youth hostels face tough times – but they are perfect for authentic, spontaneous experiences: When the New Zealand branch of the Youth Hostel Association (YHA) collapsed in 2021 and the country’s 11 hostels were forced to close, staff and punters alike were shocked. General manager Simon Cartwright cited the pandemic as the primary cause of …

What would you take with you? Why possessions matter in times of war and displacement

What would you take with you? Why possessions matter in times of war and displacement: Refugees from Ukraine arrive in the Czech Republic. Tomas Vynikal/Shutterstock In 2022, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine resulted in Europe’s largest refugee crisis since the second world war. By March of that year, about a quarter of the country’s total population …

Wales’ residential speed limit is dropping to 20mph – here’s how it should affect accidents and journey times

Wales’ residential speed limit is dropping to 20mph – here’s how it should affect accidents and journey times: The drop to 20mph in Wales will come into force at midnight on September 17. steved_np3/Shutterstock The default speed limit in residential areas in Wales will be reduced from 30mph to 20mph from midnight on September 17. …

Three COVID-era lessons to help support employee wellbeing in times of crisis

Three COVID-era lessons to help support employee wellbeing in times of crisis: eamesBot/Shutterstock The workplace challenges encountered during COVID lockdowns seem like a distant memory. People have since moved on to focus on more immediate crises such as the rising cost of living and the war in Ukraine. But organisations can learn a lot from …

Treat culture: why indulging in small, affordable pleasures can help you cope with tough times

Treat culture: why indulging in small, affordable pleasures can help you cope with tough times: Jacob Lund/Shutterstock Life today is stressful. Since the start of the pandemic, social media has been flooded with coping mechanisms and wellbeing trends to help people manage their emotions and worries about the state of the world. If you’ve tried …

Customary land governance holds in Ghana. But times are changing and not for the better

Customary land governance holds in Ghana. But times are changing and not for the better: Land ownership disputes are a common feature in Ghana's legal system Wikimedia Commons Ghana went into colonisation with two broad types of customary land arrangement. In one, a traditional leader was the custodian of the land and gave his followers …

Why the Turner Prize shortlist is a cultural barometer of our political times

Why the Turner Prize shortlist is a cultural barometer of our political times: Shortlisted artist Barbara Walker's work explores issues of racial identity and interrogates Britain's past. Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London, CC BY-NC The UK’s biggest prize for contemporary art is back. The 2023 Turner Prize shortlist has been announced featuring British artists …