Social Justice Emotional Reactions of Atheists May Reveal Echoes of Belief A recently published study from Finland finds that even atheists have a hard time asking God to harm their loved ones. Tom Jacobs
Economics Would You Give Up 9 Months of Your Life for Professional Prestige? Economists attempt to quantify the value of publication in an important journal. Tom Jacobs
Education Background Music Reduces Playground Bullying New research from Israel suggests a simple way to reduce intimidating behavior among adolescents. Tom Jacobs
Economics Genetic Evidence of Yoga’s Impact on the Immune System Norwegian researchers find a strong and immediate genetic response to yoga practice. Tom Jacobs
Economics The Price of Fame for Performers and Athletes: Shorter Lives An analysis of obituaries suggests high-achieving individuals tend to live longer than average—except for performers and athletes. Tom Jacobs
Economics Why Is He Oblivious to Her Emotions? New research suggests males can read the faces of men much better than those of women. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Anxiety, Depression High Among Young Heavy Metal Fans New research suggests fans of Rage Against the Machine aren’t so much full of rage as full of anxiety. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice For Children, TV Commercials Are a Catalyst to Materialism A new study from the Netherlands suggests kids' values are being shaped by their exposure to television advertising. Tom Jacobs
Business & Economics Economics Previous Site Sections Across Cultures, Music Therapy Promotes Sounder Sleep Find yourself nodding off during a five-hour Wagner opera? Here’s your excuse. Tom Jacobs
Economics Could Sober Eyewitnesses Be Less Reliable Than Intoxicated Ones? A new study out of Sweden throws doubt on the alcohol myopia theory. Tom Jacobs