Economics Positive Intentions, Joyful Music Key to Happiness New research finds trying to become happy can work, if it's paired with listening to uplifting music. Tom Jacobs
Economics Super Bowl Illegal Drug Use Update Super Bowl weekend is upon us, and you all know what that means: Time to set aside the… Tom Jacobs
Economics Need Help? Ask a Virtual Superman New research finds people who flew in virtual reality were more eager to help later. Tom Jacobs
Education The Practical Effect of Making Arts Education a National Priority New research finds 1994 legislation that included the arts as a core subject in American schools made a difference in many places. Tom Jacobs
Economics Why Do Men Commit Most Research Fraud? A study published earlier this week reporting that males commit two-thirds of research fraud has raised a lot… Tom Jacobs
Economics Prius Sales Suggest Californians Really Are More Eco-Friendly When it comes to the environment, California car buyers are, if you’ll excuse the expression, walking the walk.… Tom Jacobs
Economics Your Preteen Hip-Hop Fan May Be Headed for Trouble New research from the Netherlands suggests a youngster's music preference can predict whether he or she will be a shoplifter or vandal four years later. Tom Jacobs
Economics Playing Music May Lower Blood Pressure New research from the Netherlands finds neurocardial differences between young musicians and their non-musical peers. Tom Jacobs
Economics Obama’s Unwanted Legacy: The Renewed Influence of ‘Old-Fashioned Racism’ As he looks back on his first term, President Barack Obama can take satisfaction from a series of… Tom Jacobs
Economics What to Tell Your Friends Who Won’t Get a Flu Shot All but two of the 50 states are now reporting widespread flu activity, according to the latest data… Tom Jacobs