News in Brief 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. Tom Jacobs
Economics Cash for Creativity New research finds a monetary reward inspires innovation far more than the promise of public recognition. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Female Lawyers Are Interrupted More Frequently An analysis of three decades of Supreme Court oral arguments finds male attorneys are treated more deferentially. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice One in Five Women in America Have to Drive 42 Miles or More to Get an Abortion A new survey of major abortion providers shows just how sparse abortion access is in rural America. Francie Diep
News in Brief Liberals Aren’t as Divided as They Think New research finds that, on public-policy issues, they enjoy a stronger consensus than conservatives. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Move to Hawaii, Become Less Racist The racial attitudes of white college students from the mainland shift after nine months on the islands. Tom Jacobs
Environment The Environmental Consequences of Your Second Car New research finds Californians who buy a fuel-efficient car often purchase a bigger, less environmentally friendly second vehicle. Tom Jacobs
Environment Tropical Forests Are Not the Carbon Sinks We Thought They Were A new study shows that tropical forests emit more carbon than they consume, mostly due to human activities. Kate Wheeling
News in Brief TV and Video Games in Kids’ Bedrooms Are a Very Bad Idea New research suggests they are a destructive diversion. Tom Jacobs
Economics How Tribalism Influences Our Financial Decisions Americans will hurt themselves financially to avoid benefiting the other political party. Tom Jacobs