Creating Art as a Second Job
A new NEA report suggests more than a quarter-million Americans have a side job as an artist or musician.
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Looking Smart! Study Suggests Men’s Intelligence Can Be Judged by Sight
New research from the Czech Republic finds people can accurately judge intelligence by looking at faces of men, but not women.
Prediction: The Detroit Tigers Will Get Most Wins This Baseball Season
Mathematician Bruce Bukiet projects most of last year’s division-winning teams will once again be victorious.
The Effectiveness of Taxing Sugary Sodas
New research from the Netherlands suggests increasing taxes on sodas decreases consumption, without driving shoppers to other unhealthy foods.
Aerobic Exercise Helps Boost Mindfulness
German researchers report men who took up running got an additional benefit: The ability to better stay focused in the present moment.
Your Unconscious Mind Is Better Than You Are at Detecting Lies
New research suggests that if we could push aside the biases of our conscious minds, we’d be better at spotting dishonesty.
Placing Hand Over Heart Promotes Honesty
Polish researchers find a simple gesture not only conveys the impression of honesty, but also prompts more truthful replies.
Thinking Racist Thoughts? The Problem Might Be Your Video Game Avatar
New research finds that, among white players of violent video games, black avatars arouse racist feelings.
The Surprising Power of Symmetry
New research finds people who read an article presented in a symmetrical format find it both more appealing and more relevant.
Stress Increases Empathy in Women, Decreases It in Men
New research from Vienna finds a big gender gap in how we respond to stressful situations.