There’s New Evidence That Music Lessons Boost Kids’ Cognitive Skills
Dutch schoolchildren reported higher scores on several key tests if they took supplemental music lessons.
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Home Values Are Another Casualty of Fracking
In Oklahoma, major earthquakes—virtually unknown in the state until the fracking boom—depress property values.
Who Am I? You May Find the Answer Abroad.
New research finds living abroad helps people discern their true natures from culturally imposed traits and values.
The Pervasive Stereotype of the Male Scientist
Today’s kids are less reflexively sexist than past generations. But the stereotype that all scientists are male remains stubbornly persistent.
Compliment a Woman’s Looks, Lower Her Math Score
New Israeli research finds a well-intentioned remark can trigger a negative reaction.
Rock Bands Need a Married Square as Much as They do the Wild Bachelor
Both punk bands and student groups produce more innovative work if they contain a mix of married and single people.
New Research Finds No Link Between Violent Video Games and Aggression
The debate over the potentially troubling effects of these massively popular games continues.
Black Candidates Are Punished for Ambiguous Rhetoric
New research finds studied slipperiness on the issues can help candidates for office—depending on their race.
The Value of a University Education Extends Beyond Knowledge
Australian researchers find the experience changes students' personalities—for the better.