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Only 6 Percent of Scientists Are Republican. Is This a Problem?
Writing in Slate last week, Daniel Sarewitz worries that only 6 percent of scientists self-identify as Republican. But is this really a problem?
Culture
Is Less Reading Making Americans Less Empathetic?
A new study shows Americans are less empathetic than they were 30 years ago, and for reasons that might surprise you.
Culture
For Shame: Wired Goes Glam and Photoshops a Lady Scientist Beyond Recognition
This is not my beautiful Limor Fried.
Culture
Liberal Brains Bigger in Areas of Complexity; Conservative Brains Bigger in Areas of Fear
Surprise! A new study says there are brain differences between conservatives and liberals.
Education
American Student Performance Slips Again; China Is Number One
American students now rank average or below average when compared to kids in other countries—14th in reading, 17th in science, and 25th in math.
Education
A World Without English Majors? Why Colleges Should Tell Students About Job Prospects Before They Commit
The U.K. wants to require schools to disclose employment data by college major.
Environment
Real Heat Maps: Watch As the World Burns
NASA maps show global temperature anomalies by decade, leaving no doubt whatsoever about our planet's warming trend.
Lifestyle
Next Year, Let's Skip Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Can the pink ribbon be saved from corporate cause marketing, and actually mean something for women's health?
Culture
Confession: I Didn't Always Wash After Peeing; Now I Will
Let's settle one of man's greatest debates: You really should be washing your hands after you pee.
Culture
Why So Serious? Because Chicks Dig It!
A new study says women are more attracted to moody men than happy men. On your next date, wipe that smile off your face.
Lifestyle
Study: Going to Church Makes You Fat (UPDATED)
Scientists knew there was a correlation between religious involvement and obesity, but this new study proves the relationship is causal.
Culture
"Long Live Dave Grohl": The 22 Best Messages Sent to the New Planet
When scientists discovered a planet outside our solar system that could sustain life, people wasted no time telling the aliens how we feel.
Culture
You Won't Attract Women with Cellphone Pictures of Your Penis
With yet another public figure involved in a penis-pic scandal, it's time to say enough with the unsolicited cellphone crotch shots.
Technology
Images from CERN's Mini Big Bang
After a bumpy beginning, the Large Hadron Collider is finally delivering on its promise of blowing our minds.
Technology
Forget WiFi, Connect to the Internet Through Lightbulbs
What if we can use light instead of fiberoptics to surf the internet?
Culture
Why Jared Loughner's Mugshot Probably Isn't Creepy
As evil as it looks, science says Jared Loughner's creepy grin could very well be the mark of a scared kid.
Design
Carbon Nanotubes Will Make Buildings that Move
Watch how Decker Yeadon's NanoINK could lead to window shades that open and close depending on the room temperature, no mechanical parts needed.
Education
Getting Under My Skin: When "Tiger Mother" Meets "Race to Nowhere"
Frustrated kids and conflicting messages about education are leaving parents more confused than ever about how to handle our "achievement culture".
