Donald Trump’s Appeal to American Nationalism
A new analysis explains why it resonates with only a segment of the population. By Tom Jacobs (Photo:…
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What Happens When 4chan Attacks?
A new study explores the influence of the site’s Politically Incorrect forum. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Howard Kang/Flickr)…
One Way to Get Out the Vote
Remind wavering citizens that their friends will ask them whether they filled out a ballot. By Tom Jacobs…
Why Cleaning Up Abandoned Lots Can Reduce Shootings
Abandoned lots and houses can act as “storage lockers” for illegal guns. By Francie Diep (Photo: Jeff Haynes/AFP/Getty…
Artificial Intelligence Takes a Trip on the London Underground
Researchers have devised a system that can learn sophisticated tasks, like figuring out where in the heck you…
Could Arctic Cruises Spell Disaster for the Northwest Passage?
Experts warn against sailing through the icy, Arctic waters before better regulations are put in place. By Kate…
Can Plant Diversity Help Fight Insect Invasions?
The results of a new study could help farmers grow crops with fewer insecticides. By Nathan Collins (Photo:…
Can Paradoxical Thinking Promote Peace?
Israeli researchers report a counterintuitive psychological intervention can soften hard-line attitudes. By Tom Jacobs Israeli police frisk a…
Climate Change Has Doubled the Area Burned by Western Fires
Since the late 1970s, global warming has been responsible for about half of the drying that leads to…
Trump’s Best Bet: Questioning Clinton’s Competence
Research suggests such a line of attack would align with gender stereotypes. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty…