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Researchers are developing a joy-o-meter to measure positive emotions in animals across apes, parrots, and dolphins.
Bonobos and other primates are used to test how joy signals emerge after varied triggers like laughter or windfalls.
Dolphins show joy through vocal cues like the 'victory squeal,' which may reflect dopamine release.
Keas, alpine parrots, exhibited increased play when sunny, snowy weather coincided with joy-triggering tests.
Parrots’ fecal hormone analyses are used to gauge happiness alongside observed behaviors.
Dolphin researchers note a social function to vocal joy signals and plan windfall experiments.
The project seeks universal joyful cues applicable to diverse species, from apes to parrots.
Researchers stress that joy signals vary by individual, requiring multiple measures.
Windfall tests reveal unexpected rewards can boost curiosity and approach in apes.
The joy studies aim to improve welfare for captive animals by understanding happiness better.
Experts caution joy research is in early stages and requires cross-species validation.

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The Howden British & Irish Lions will tour New Zealand in 2027 for a historic Women’s Series, featuring three Tests against the Black Ferns.
The three-Test series will be played in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Two additional matches against invitational opponents will accompany the Tests in the tour schedule.
The tour begins in Whangārei with a match featuring the Black Ferns XV.
Lions CEO Ben Calveley called the tour a hugely significant milestone for the British & Irish Lions.
The announcement confirms the tour will occur during the women's global competition window, prior to the 2027 men's Rugby World Cup.
Five New Zealand cities are involved in the 2027 Women’s Lions Tour.
The schedule includes a match at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton as part of the invitational XV clash.
Sky Sports notes kick-off times for all matches are to be announced later in 2026.
NZ Rugby and Sky Sports highlight the event as a major milestone for women's rugby in New Zealand.

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Global luxury real estate markets are expanding beyond traditional hubs, with several cities now boasting more luxury homes than standard residences.
Miami, Dubai and Seoul are highlighted as key examples where luxury markets have surged since 2020.
Dubai is identified as the top market for five-year growth through late 2024, fueling its luxury segment.
Seoul shows strong growth, ranking among top markets for five-year growth with a substantial rise in wealth creation.
Other cities like Christchurch, Shanghai and Los Angeles also show thriving luxury markets, signaling a broader trend.
Experts cite drivers such as safety, asset protection, and favorable tax policy as factors drawing buyers to luxury properties.
Luxury market growth can raise challenges for local residents, including higher rents and access issues for essential services.
City planning and zoning are crucial to ensure luxury growth does not outpace transport, schools, and infrastructure.
The Wealth Report 2025 frames luxury real estate as a growing, global investment trend rather than isolated to a few markets.
Market analysts emphasize the importance of understanding both benefits and downsides of luxury dominance for communities.

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