A Look at Who Gets Abortions, Worldwide
Results from a new analysis help quantify the need for reliable birth control around the world.
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Why It’s Preferable to Read David Sedaris on Paper
New research suggests whether information is presented electronically or on paper affects the way we process it. By…
Yoga May Help Stave Off Dementia
In a new study, three months of practice helped seniors improve their faltering memories.
The Psychological Benefits of Verbally Coming Out
Though for Latino gay men, it may not matter much. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Quinn Dombrowski/Flickr) There are…
All Wikipedia Roads Lead to Philosophy, but Some of Them Go Through Southeast Europe First
The strange hierarchy of Wikipedia’s “first link network,” revealed. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Lionel Bonaventure/AFP/Getty Images) Here’s an…
Parents Can’t Tell When Their Kids Are Lying
New research finds adults — especially parents — tend to assume children are telling the truth. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Ikhlasul Amal/Flickr)…
How the Pressure to Conform Could Make Governments More Transparent
Researchers cast new light on sunshine laws. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Jonathan McIntosh/Flickr) In theory, the Freedom of…
Research Gone Wild: Yogurt Wars
Sucralose’s safety is no longer up for debate. (Photo: iStockPhoto/Getty Images) What Was Said Earlier this year, the Greek…
High Heels and Elevated Status
New research finds women who relocate to a wealthier area adopt the fashion styles of their new location.…
Gun Control: A Feminist Issue
A new study finds a relationship between gun ownership and shooting homicides, but only for women. By Tom…