New Evidence That Women Are Less Selfish Than Men
One study offers neural evidence that women are more sharing-oriented, while another finds new fathers find more time to relax than new mothers.
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We Talked to Five Public-Health Experts About the CDC’s New Anti-Opioid Campaign. They Don’t Think It’s Going to Work.
Getting people to eschew risky painkiller prescriptions isn't as easy as persuading them to buy body wash, researchers warn.
Viewfinder: Sheep March Through Lyon
French farmers march their animals through the streets of Lyon on October 9th, 2017, to draw attention to rising wolf attacks on sheep herds, and to protest the government's plan for an organized cull.
How Collective Narcissism Helps Explain Trump
The perception that your group is losing ground relative to others can propel a dangerous spiral into populist nationalism.
What Doesn’t Happen in ‘What Happened’
Hillary Clinton's new book about the 2016 election is harsh on misogyny but ignores the role of race and her own policies.
The Week in Photos: From a Memorial in Nevada to a Swim in Somalia
A round-up of images from Viewfinder, Pacific Standard's daily photo feature.
Viewfinder: Soccer Fans in Syria
Syrians celebrate in Damascus' Umayyad Square on October 5th, 2017, after Syria's national soccer team scored in its match against Australia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifier.
Tim Murphy to Resign From Congress
Murphy is resigning from Congress in the wake of an abortion scandal, just days after voting for the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.
Harvey Weinstein Reached Settlements With Eight Women Over Allegations Including Sexual Harassment
In a statement, Weinstein said he was seeing therapists and planning to take some time off of work.
Six ‘Pacific Standard’ Stories to Read for Mental Illness Awareness Week
A round-up of some of our best stories highlighting the need for reform in mental-heath policy.