Editors' Picks

10 Fresh Looks at Love

Don't understand love? Not to worry. Scientists continue to study away to try to make sense of it for the rest of us

Are Babies Born Good?

New research offers surprising answers to the age-old question of where morality comes from

But Did You See the Gorilla? The Problem With Inattentional Blindness

The most effective cloaking device is the human mind

Science Beats

Can Brain Scans Really Tell Us What Makes Something Beautiful?

Some scientists think we'll be able to define great art by analyzing our brains when we see or hear it. Critics say don't hold your breath
May 17, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

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A new geographic analysis of millions of tweets provides a remarkably broad view of humanity, by language, location and other factors
May 10, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Among then: They answer a lot of questions and their spit is good for us
May 10, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

They're mining it and selling it. But don't worry, it's all anonymous. Maybe
May 08, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

Any two modern-day Europeans, even those living on opposite sides of the continent, may be more closely related than they might think
May 07, 2013 | By Marina Koren

Scientists have found a way to slow the aging process. Unluckily for us, they've only been able to do it in mice
May 03, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

Companies will rely more and more on analyzing mountains of data to determine who's the best fit for a job.
April 26, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

We find different pitches attractive because of the body size they signal—and a touch of breathiness is crucial to take the edge off deep voices in men
April 24, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Some say the best way to improve American education--and get teachers more respect--is make them take challenging entry exams like doctors and lawyers do.
April 19, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

A new study shows that fathers and mothers are equally capable at knowing their infant's unique cry—if both contribute to parenting equally
April 16, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

A chemical analysis of early 1900s medicines, billed as cure-alls, revealed vitamins and calcium along with toxic compounds
April 08, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

They're still a threat to bats and birds and now they even have their own "syndrome". So, are there better ways to capture the wind?
April 05, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

As a global citizen and cultural bridge-builder, Dave Brubeck captivated the world with his music, big heart and a vision of unity
April 02, 2013 | By Joann Stevens

They're the biggest innovation in higher education in years, but are they a threat to small universities and community colleges?
March 29, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

Contrary to the cliché, an analysis of news articles over the years shows that celebrity has lasting power
March 28, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Being socially isolated increases your chance of death—but not because you're feeling depressed over being lonely
March 25, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Should sending "Thank you" emails and leaving voice mails now be considered bad manners? Some think texting has made it so.
March 25, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

A 100,000-year-old skull has a hole that reflects genetic mutations from inbreeding—likely a common behavior for our ancestors
March 19, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

When an algorithm-driven light show took over the Bay Bridge last week, it was the latest example of how much technology is transforming how cities look.
March 14, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

An intriguing study involving puppet shows suggests that infants dislike those who are different from themselves
March 13, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Neanderthal brains had more capacity devoted to vision and body control, with less left over for social interactions and complex cognition
March 12, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Your publicly available "likes" can tell others a lot you wouldn't expect—including your political views, sexual orientation and religion
March 11, 2013 | By Joseph Stromberg

Lice DNA collected around the planet sheds light on the parasite's long history with our ancestors, a new study shows
February 27, 2013 | By Rachel Nuwer

Don't understand love? Not to worry. Scientists continue to study away to try to make sense of it for the rest of us
February 13, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

The debate over drones stirs up questions about whether robots can learn ethical behavior. Will they be able to make moral decisions?
February 08, 2013 | By Randy Rieland

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