Social Justice Gender Equality Wins the Gold A new study finds equal rights for women may also boost the competitive prospects of men. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Arts Organizations Search for the Missing Audience A National Endowment for the Arts report finds people who decline to attend arts events cite some unexpected reasons for staying home. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Yeah, Yeah, Yeah: Repetitive Lyrics Boost Songs’ Popularity An analysis of five decades of hit songs finds one likely element that drives some to the top. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice A New Stigma for Smokers People who light up on a daily basis "make poor decisions and experience worse outcomes with personal finances," according to a new study. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Al-Qaeda’s Likely Strategy, and Why It May Work Psychological research finds a clear link between terror-related fears and prejudice toward outsiders. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Non-Hostile Narcissism of the Actor German researchers report actors crave the admiration of audiences, but they’re disinclined to derogate their peers. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice He Was a Fine Man—He Recycled Thinking about how you’ll be remembered by future generations can prompt pro-environment behavior. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Tangible Benefits of Forgiveness New research links the act of forgiving with heightened physical ability. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Keep That E-Reader Out of Bed and You’ll Feel Better in the Morning New research finds e-readers, like other light-emitting electronic devices, can disrupt normal sleep patterns. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Food for Thought: WIC Works New research finds participation in the federal WIC program, which subsidizes healthy foods for young children, is linked with stronger cognitive development and higher test scores. Tom Jacobs