Liberals Come Up Short—Literally
New research finds the taller a person is, the more likely they are to be a conservative. By…
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Presidential Candidates, You Can Skip the Red Arrow
Rallies, town hall meetings, and diner visits have “only a small and evanescent effect on voting attentions.” By…
What Is the Impact of Fishing on Coral Reefs?
A study of Caribbean reefs suggests commercial fishing could drastically reduce the supply of key nutrients. By Nathan…
It’s Not Easy Being Green — and Manly
Environmentally friendly behavior needs to be re-branded to appeal to males. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Rosemary Matthews/Keystone Features/Getty…
Could Back-Up Plans Backfire?
Experiments suggest that, under the right conditions, formulating a Plan B can get in the way of achieving…
Electric Cars Are Way More Practical Than You Might Think
A new study finds that electric vehicles could handle most of our driving needs. By Nathan Collins A…
How Did the First People Populate North America?
The usual story is that they traveled south through a gap between two glaciers. But a new study…
The Insidious Influence of Partisan Media
Politically slanted networks and websites drive a wedge between evidence and beliefs. By Tom Jacobs Barack Obama and…
Three More Ways Climate Change Is Going to Change Our Lives
Papers published this week detail the effects on our forests, our food supply, and our health. By Nathan…
Altruism Is Deeply Satisfying—in the Bedroom
And you thought generosity was its own reward. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: tamaralvarez/Flickr) The issue of why people…