Is It a GMO or Not?
A new generation of genetically modified organisms will be genetically indistinguishable from non-GMOs. By Michael White A horned…
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A World Tour of Sex Education
It’s kind of terrible, and not just in the United States. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Rudy Juanito/Flickr) Think…
Hillary Clinton and the Danger of Defying Gender Stereotypes
New research suggests our reactions to breaches of trust are influenced by our preconceived notions about men and…
How Do You Say ‘Tongue’ in Tongan?
New research finds words in different languages that refer to the same thing often use, or avoid using,…
Earthquakes Are More Likely When the Moon Is Full
Large earthquakes appear to more likely when the tides are at their peak. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Jewel…
The Scientific Paper a Sugar Industry Group Commissioned for $50,000
What’s a favorable scientific finding worth? Almost $50,000, apparently. That’s how much the Sugar Research Foundation, an industry-organized…
Hawaii’s Honeycreepers Are in Serious Trouble
Climate change is helping avian disease advance on some of the world’s most remarkable birds. By Nathan Collins…
Do Teachers Shape Kids’ Beliefs About Climate Change?
Teachers don’t have much influence when it comes to the causes of climate change—but that might be a…
Add Steps, Reduce Snacking
Free snacks can boost morale and destroy diets. But there’s a simple way to keep them in the…
The Benefits of the Full-Figured Doll
New research finds young girls are more content with their own bodies after playing with such figures. By…