economy
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Income Inequality Costing Americans Their HappinessAmericans are happier when the gap between rich and poor is smaller.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Will an NFL Lockout Really Start a Crime Wave?Linebacker Ray Lewis says canceling the football season may increase crime, and he may be correct. Kind of.
By Ben Shouse Published
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Does Big Government Make People Happy?A new study says yes, but not everyone is convinced.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Happiest Country Rankings
Happiness rankings and government size for 15 industrialized democracies
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Why Wall Street Barely Reacted to Osama bin Laden's DeathOsama bin Laden's death gave a small boost to Wall Street and the value of the dollar. A financial expert explains the psychology behind the small effect.
By Natalie Wolchover Published
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'Mancession' Portends Depressing Future for MenFaced with fewer jobs and more housework, men may become more depression-prone.
By Wynne Parry Published
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Predicting the Next Egypt
While no one can predict the future of violent revolution, four societal factors make certain countries far more likely to go down the same road as Egypt and Tunisia.
By Stuart Fox Published
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Educators Applaud Obama's Push for Math, Science Teaching
Education advocates are pleased the State of the Union address emphasized math and science, and need for funding it.
By Wynne Parry Published
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Global Study: Money Doesn't Buy HappinessIn the long term, economic growth doesn't make people happier.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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