I Cannot Tell a Lie — Not in This Hijab!
New research finds it’s easier to know if a woman is not telling the truth when she is…
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The Role of Cats in Anglo-Saxon England
Was the human-feline relationship in Anglo-Saxon times very different from today? Researchers look to the archeological record for…
Dig Deep Enough and You’ll Find a Lot of Fresh Water Under California’s Central Valley
The water is there, scientists report, but keeping it safe and sustainable is another matter. By Nathan Collins…
The Link Between Bernie, Brexit, and Boredom
Researchers report feelings of ennui can inspire extremism. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Jean Olahus/Flickr) Many reasons have been…
How Changing Predictions Affect Our Decision-Making
A 30 percent chance of rain—or climate change disaster, or sports win—means different things to people if it’s…
The Promise of Ancient Grains for Future Food Security
Modernizing ancient grains like einkorn and emmer for modern markets could help improve crop diversity and ensure food…
Is Being Gay in America Hazardous to Your Health?
New research finds bisexuals in particular have higher levels of psychological distress. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: torbakhopper/Flickr) There…
The Effects of Witnessing Animal Abuse on the Mental Health of Children
For children who live in a situation of domestic violence, also witnessing animal cruelty may negatively impact resilience.…
Does It Make Any Difference If You Wait Until 21 to Drink?
Not at all, according to a new study. By Nathan Collins (Photo: Marco Di Lauro/Getty Images) Having kids…
Donald Trump Is Wrong: Campaigns Matter
That’s one clear lesson from the 2012 presidential election. By Tom Jacobs Donald Trump arrives for the opening…