Environment Carbon Taxes Really Do Work A new study shows that taxing carbon dioxide emissions could actually work to reduce greenhouse gases without any negative effects on employment and revenues. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Danger of Dining With an Overweight Companion There’s a good chance you’ll eat more unhealthy food. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Why Original Artworks Move Us More Than Reproductions Researchers present evidence that hand-created artworks convey an almost magical sense of the artist’s essence. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Strong Symbolic Power of Emptying Pockets Researchers find the symbolic act of emptying a receptacle can impact our behavior, and not for the better. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Scent of a Conservative We are attracted to the body odor of others with similar political beliefs, according to new research. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Atheists Seen as a Threat to Moral Values New research attempts to pinpoint why non-believers are widely disliked and distrusted. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Big Government, Happy Citizens? You may like to talk about how much happier you'd be if the government didn't interfere with your life, but that's not what the research shows. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Comfort Food Is a Myth New research finds that, contrary to our beliefs, such foods don't have any special ability to improve our moods. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Yes, I’m a Good Person. But Did You Hear About Her? A new study tracks how people experience moral issues in everyday life. Tom Jacobs
Books & Culture News in Brief Previous Site Sections The Motivating Power of Women Senators New research finds female voters get more informed and engaged in politics if they’re represented by a woman in the U.S. Senate. Tom Jacobs