
The U.S. Needs Tolerance More Than Unity
Tolerance allows us to live in harmony despite deep-seated differences

The U.S. Needs Tolerance More Than Unity
Tolerance allows us to live in harmony despite deep-seated differences

People Literally Don’t Know When to Shut Up—or Keep Talking—Science Confirms
We are really bad at navigating a key transition point during one of the most basic social interactions


Killings by Police Declined after Black Lives Matter Protests
A study also found body-camera use and community policing increased in places with the most active movements

On the Other Side of That Pandemic Wall
Top things our brains need to help us get through the coming months

How to Restore America’s Humanity
Guaranteeing economic security is crucial. So is sending the message that every one of us matters

A Vaccination against the Pandemic of Misinformation
False beliefs, similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s patients, may result from a lack of science literacy

Entitled People Are More Likely To Be Angry at Bad Luck
Even when nobody is to blame, some feel they were victimized

It’s Time to Take the Penis off Its Pedestal
A culture of phallus worship has slanted science in crucial and sometimes unexpected ways

How to Stop Doomscrolling News and Social Media
“Doomscroll Reminder Lady” Karen K. Ho explains how to step away from the screen

White Chicago Cops Use Force More Often Than Black Officers
A new study of the city’s policing also shows differences between male and female cops

The Benefits of Being Yourself Online
Research shows being authentic leads to a happier life

Humans Are Pretty Lousy Lie Detectors
Whenever we hear someone speak, we form an opinion about their believability. But our eyes and ears can lead us astray