Hollywood’s Sigh of Relief
Globally, moviegoers' tastes are becoming increasingly homogeneous, which is a very good sign for Hollywood.
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Death and the Academy Award Winner
Oscar winners may live longer lives than their peers. Or perhaps shorter ones.
Making the Case for Carpool Lanes
Research indicates that even underused carpool lanes have a smoothing effect on freeway traffic.
Predicting Oscars for Bigelow, Bridges, Bullock
University of Oregon academic predicts Academy Awards will go to Jeff Bridges, Sandra Bullock and Kathryn Bigelow.
Does an Academy Award Really Denote Quality?
Studies come to conflicting conclusions as to whether Academy Awards are a genuine measure of artistry.
New Libraries Revitalize Cities
New library complexes rejuvenate urban centers around the world by including theaters, shops, cafes, offices and even gyms.
Storks, Vaccines and Causation
The apparent connection between vaccines and autism didn't reveal much about medical safety but did reveal lots about thinking.
Desperately Seeking Landmines
Despite years of research on everything from 'HeroRATS' to TNT-sniffing bees, humans still remove most landmines by poking — very, very carefully — in the ground.
The Right Face for a Whig
An American academic finds people can somewhat accurately predict your political affiliation by your looks alone.