To Find Suspicious Travelers, Try Talking to Them
Brief, directed conversations are more effective at identifying liars than fancy behavioral analysis, experiment suggests.
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White Americans Draw Distinctions Between African-Americans and Blacks
New research suggests the racial labels conjure up very different images.
Kids Don’t Really Mind an Inflated Ego—Unless They’re Its Target
A new survey of eighth graders suggests that an unjustifiably high opinion of oneself has subtler effects on relationships than previously thought.
Odometer Fraud Continues to Plague Used Car Sales
The tools and methods have evolved over the decades, but the crime remains the same.
Can Tech Companies Solve Their Temporary Labor Problem?
Some companies are moving away from the 1099 economy, recognizing that relying on temporary contract workers is bad for businesses, employees, and clients alike.
Are Vegans Obligated to Eat Insects?
If the ultimate goal of a vegan is to reduce the harm done to animals, an exclusively plant-based diet isn’t the answer.
Viewing God as Masculine Impacts One’s View of Gay Marriage
A new study finds thinking of God as a "he" has wide implications.
Assertions of Scientific Certainty Are Greeted With Skepticism
New German research suggests the public is wary of statements suggesting a scientific debate has been closed.
Tough Weather Makes for Moralistic Gods
Climate variability and the availability of natural resources help shape religious beliefs, scientists find.