Culture News - 2018 Articles About Human Nature

Elf on the Shelf: Cute or Creepy?

December 11, 2015 | Article

On the 10-year anniversary of the Elf on the Shelf, not everyone is charmed. Here's what some psychologists have to say.
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50 Shades of Green? Environmental Attitudes Vary Widely in US

December 09, 2015 | Article

A lot of factors can influence how Americans feel about environmental issues.
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When Is 'Gene Editing' Dangerous? (Video)

December 08, 2015 | Article

People must not use CRISPR gene editing irresponsibly, lest it become a Pandora's box, says its co-inventor Jennifer Doudna.
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Saint West? Kim & Kanye Choose Baby Name That Fits Trend

December 08, 2015 | Article

Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West have chosen the name Saint for their second child, reflecting an overall societal trend of choosing royal or grandiose names for children.
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What Is a Human? Long-Standing Debate Surrounds Our Family Tree

December 08, 2015 | Article

The ancient human remains that have been unearthed over the years have opened more windows into the evolutionary landscape in which today's humans arose. But some researchers are not convinced such discoveries belong alongside Homo sapiens.
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Women in Combat: Physical Differences May Mean Uphill Battle

December 07, 2015 | Article

The military has officially opened all combat positions to both men and women, but there are still big differences in the strength of average men and women.
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How Stupid Can You Be? Science Counts the Ways

December 03, 2015 | Article

There are three different categories of stupidity, scientists have found. And though stupid is a bit of a catchall term, the researchers found that people are very quick to identify it.
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