Baby’s Must-See TV Does Not Increase Vocabulary
Researchers find that infant media does not expand vocabulary
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In Truth, ‘Lie to Me’ Breeds Misconceptions
New research suggests viewing the television drama ‘Lie to Me’ increases suspicion of others, but lessens one’s ability to detect lies.
‘House,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Violate Codes of Conduct?
Researchers analyzing episodes of ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" and Fox's "House" determine the hospital dramas are "rife" with incidents that violate professional codes of conduct.
The Changing Face of Network Television News
Network news anchors and correspondents are a far more diverse group than they were two decades ago.
Kids and TV: Maybe It’s Not an Idiot Box
It may seem unlikely, but new research says that increased TV watching alone isn't likely to harm children's thinking or schooling.
The Sociology of Avatar, The X Files and The Simpsons
Scouring "Avatar," "The X Files" and, yes, even "The Simpsons" for sociological subtext.
Watchdog 2.0
The emergence of a video showing pedestrians mowed down in Baghdad by U.S. gunships illustrates how traditional media's watchdog role is being usurped.
Separated at Birth: Cheney and Sir Topham Hatt?
A controlling, bossy element on "Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends" exudes qualities that put him on track to become vice president?
Forecast: Warm With a Chance of Denial
Despite the weight of scientific evidence, many TV meteorologists are global warming skeptics, survey shows
PBS Chief to Put Arts Front and Center
Big Bird meets big bands: PBS President Paula Kerger is renewing the network's commitment to arts programming and arts education.