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What thanking drivers when crossing the street says about you, according to psychologists

The driver stops. You lift a hand, or nod, and keep walking. It takes half a second and you probably do it without deciding to. Which is odd, when you think about it, because the driver was legally required to stop. Nobody thanks a red light.

AI data centers are transforming rural land markets

The data center buildout is driving up the price of rural land as some farmers and property owners buy in and others push back against development.

Parents who are really good at handling tantrums do 5 things—their kids become more emotionally intelligent, says psychologist

"These kids become more emotionally intelligent, which helps them weather setbacks, embrace independence and try new things," says Juli Fraga.

Iran warns of ‘more painful’ response to U.S. attacks as economic pressure mounts

Iran warned of faster, heavier retaliation against U.S. attacks while acknowledging the war’s mounting toll on its economy.

China pulls in Big Tobacco to help with smaller-than-expected finance-industry capital injections

With a bigger capital cushion, financial institutions may also be asked to do more to mobilize resources in capital markets, analysts say.

Coalition Pushes Laws to Protect Australian Flag, War Memorials and Australia Day

The Coalition’s plans to criminalise flag burning and memorial vandalism follow a series of incidents across Australia in the past few years.

Macron Shuts Door on Chinese Investors in New Caledonia’s Nickel Industry

A New Caledonian member of the French National Assembly says the president has ruled out Chinese involvement in the territory's critical minerals sector.

A new start after 60: I was always quiet

Vivienne Truran was a civil servant and antiques dealer, who spent most of her life in the background. At 80, she realised how outgoing she was, and started a soaringly successful new career

Rob Reiner wins posthumous Emmy for The Bear, as Widow’s Bay dominates early awards

Reiner broke record set by his father Carl Reiner at the ceremony formerly known as the Creative Arts Emmys, with The Pitt, Pluribus and DTF St Louis also winning big

Israel-Hezbollah clashes deepen threat to fragile truce as Lebanon's president calls for U.S. support

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the U.S. to help stop Israeli attacks after Sunday strikes killed at least seven people.

Military Tech Cooperation With Israel Is Less Radical Than Critics Claim

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Starwatch: Waning crescent moon gets close to brilliant beacon of Jupiter

The moon will pass less than a degree north of the giant planet and will be on its other side the next morning