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Society
Once a Liar, Always a Liar—Study Reveals
Researchers have long debated whether people behave consistently across situations. This question becomes even more important when the behavior in […]
What Hundreds of Studies Say About the Impact of Digital Media on Democracy
The emergence and proliferation of digital media use have sparked intense debate about its effects on democracy. Some argue that […]
Difference Between the Holy See and Vatican City
The Holy See and Vatican City are often intermixed. Numerous people would refer to the Vatican City as the See […]
Water Cremation 101: Pros and Cons of Alkaline Hydrolysis
Body disposal through alkaline hydrolysis involves placing the intact dead body in a pressurized vessel. The vessel is then filled […]
J-Shape Revisited: Human Development and Fertility in the United States
Population growth was observed in societies with advancing economies. However, over the recent decades, economists and demographers have grown to […]
Beyond Group Identity: How Economic Need Shapes Social Cooperation
Parochial altruism refers to the tendency of individuals to favor those in their own group while acting less cooperatively toward […]
Max Planck Study: As Cities Grow, Social Inequality Deepens
Cities have been considered centers of wealth and opportunity. These are places where the affluent thrive and the common folks […]
Award-Winning Animated Movie “Flow” Sparks Interest in Black Cats
The 2024 animated adventure film “Flow” directed by Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis, follows the story of a dark grey cat […]
Breakups are Predictable: Research Explains Two Phases of Relationship Decline
Romantic relationships do not usually end suddenly. Instead, they follow a predictable pattern of decline. A recent study by professors […]