What Does an American Look Like?
The majority of us—even those of us who oppose racism and embrace the idea that the U.S. is a nation of immigrants—hold the belief that America = white.
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Facts and Myths About Infidelity
Hot fun in the summertime: A new analysis suggests cheating spikes in the warmer months.
Does Europe Have a Sex Selection Problem?
Because we tend to think of Asia as the place where parents frequently choose boys over girls, the country with the biggest difference in birth rates could surprise you.
Are Gender-Neutral Pronouns Actually Doomed?
Some linguists say English, flexible as it is, isn't built for gender-neutral pronouns. Others say there's a good chance "they" could take flight, given the right visibility and support.
Narcissism Breeds Belief in One’s Own Creativity
British researchers report narcissists are more likely than most to engage in creative activities.
The Friendly Skies: On the ‘Peculiar Identity’ of Flight Attendants
How do the 100,000 flight attendants working in the U.S. handle working with a new crew almost every day?
MLB Playoffs Predictions: Dodgers Look Good
Mathematician Bruce Bukiet crunches the numbers, and likes the L.A. Dodgers.
Literary Fiction Helps Us Read People
New research suggests reading literature increases our ability to pick up on the subjective states of others.
Gender and the Body Language of Power
Expansive body postures like those associated with masculinity increase people’s sense of powerfulness and entitlement.