Forget multi-vitamins, pick up a happy spouse instead. This study suggests the enormous upward effect of having a partner who has a happy nature.
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The smart money is still on LIGO, but there sure looks like something funny is happening if the new group is correct. This article was contributed by Sabine Hossenfelder. Sabine […]
The Bella Bella Heiltsuk will use these findings in negotiations over their traditional lands.
Don’t work with children or animals? Sir David Attenborough laughs in the face of danger.
Since the moment humans became aware of their existence, they have been haunted by the knowledge that it will inevitably come to an end and the hope to change this […]
A new study finds LSD — a Schedule I drug with “no medical value” — to be therapeutically beneficial.
A new study explains why and how people choose to avoid information and when that strategy could be beneficial.
Donald Trump campaigned on the imperative to bring back jobs for Americans. He should turn to Elon Musk to succeed on his aims.
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Scientists release observation data from 1,600 stars in hopes the public can help find planets that orbit stars outside our solar system.
Think happy, be happy? Maybe not. Harvard psychologist Susan David examines the backlash effect of forced positivity in our lives.
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A study of the zinc left behind at a plutonium blast site shows that it’s identical to what’s in moon rocks, supporting the idea of an explosive lunar origin.
The event horizon is real, and we know it without even needing to see it directly. “Where we’re going, we won’t need eyes to see.” –Sam Neill, Event Horizon If […]
A new study looks at our comfort in being around other people as a byproduct of evolution.
“Human ambitions have no limits,” the Sheikh announcing the project said.
Psychologists sort human personalities into five traits, each of which you can score high or low on.
Albert Einstein shared his thoughts on the meaning of life and his own spiritual views.
The newest wave in ethics is also the oldest.
Glacier McGlacierface? Not likely. NASA has set some classy themes that will guide the naming of geographical features of Pluto and its moons.
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson explains the nature of time and the conundrums of time travel in a recent interview.
Here’s what we need to remember about the history and logic of “cardinal virtues.”
The “Philosopher-King” of comedy is Louis C.K. You may know his work, but you might not realize there is some serious philosophy behind some of the best jokes.
Married Americans are now having sex 11 fewer times per year than in 2002, according to a new study published in the Archives for Sexual Behavior. What is causing this dramatic change?
Believe it or not, life for the vast majority of Americans has improved under President Obama. From health and wellbeing to economic stability and quality of life, Americans are living […]
RIP to the 9 to 5 work day. Kathryn Minshew (CEO of career directory platform The Muse) is pro-unlimited vacation time and offers her employees a 1-month paid sabbatical after five years. How can we all live this dream?
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Should political preference be a deal-breaker when looking for love? There are now dating sites for progressives, Trump fans, and Americans looking to escape the Trump presidency by marrying a Canadian. In an age of deep political polarization, dating sites based on ideology may exacerbate the problem and prevent a star-crossed love from blossoming.
A new study suggests always-improving video games are keeping young men without college educations unemployed or out of the workforce entirely.
An ancient philosophy is becoming popular again thanks to author Ryan Holiday.
The 24/7 nudge economy is emerging. Once-quiet appliances that waited for you to push their buttons are now pushing yours.
For the Sgt. Pepper 50th anniversary remix, good intentions and modern technology revitalize a classic album.