News in Brief Remember the First Ladies On what the first lady has in common with other mothers across America. By Susannah Howe First Lady… See More
News in Brief Empathy Is Too Much Work for Many of Us New research finds that people avoid connecting emotionally with others out of a fear that it will be too draining. See More
News in Brief Study: Gun Laws Have Little Effect on Homicide Rate A new study finds the highly publicized gun-crime laws of recent years have had little effect on the homicide rate. But a new bipartisan bill just signed into law by President Bush may do some good. See More