In March 2023, the United Nations General Assembly requested an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on states’ responsibilities under international law to protect the climate system for current and future generations. The Court’s Opinion is expected to clarify the content and scope of human rights obligations and their implications for state … Read more
NORTHBROOK, Ill., May 6, 2025 – Allstate has joined the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) as a corporate partner, becoming one of the first major insurers to explore how quantum computing can help solve some of the most complex insurance challenges. “Allstate has thrived for 94 years by creating the future, not simply adapting to trends,” said … Read more
The giant extinct shark species known as the megalodon has captured the interest of scientists and the general public alike, even inspiring the 2018 blockbuster film The Meg. The species lived some 3.6 million years ago and no complete skeleton has yet been found. So there has been considerable debate among paleobiologists about megalodon’s size, … Read more
Press Release posted 31 January 2025 A draft of the 2025-2029 SCORP will be open for public comment from February 3 to March 3, 2025. Feedback will help to shape the Commonwealth’s upcoming 2025-2029 Pennsylvania Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). Surveys found public support for accessible, equitable, and modernized recreation opportunities. The Department … Read more
Does the use of pronouns such as “I” and “we” in political speeches affect the success of politicians? Drawing on new research, Robin Bachmann shows that political leaders in the German parliament have not only used “we” more frequently in recent decades but that this usage is linked to higher chances of re-election. In politics, … Read more