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Tell Everyone! Science Says There’s A Physical Cost To Keeping Secrets

Obsessing over secrets can make you see the world as if you were carrying extra weight

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Study Finds That Surprised Babies Are More Curious and Eager to Learn

Everyone knows messing with babies is fun, but who knew it could be good for them

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Tweeting About Sexism is Good For Your Health

A feminist tweet a day keeps the doctor away.

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Is This Film Review Algorithm Better than Ebert?

A new study stakes a film’s significance on how many times it’s cited in the work of other directors.

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Want to Be a More Productive Worker? Research Says Stay Home

Are you a telecommuter? If you've got a quiet, private place to work, you're probably more efficient.

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Why You Should Cut Disgruntled DMV Employees Some Slack

A new study shows exactly why interactions with DMV employees and other clerical workers can be so fraught.

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Be Warned: Payday May Be Hazardous to Your Health

It's Friday, so watch out. People are more likely to die on payday or shortly after than at other times. We just want you to be safe.

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Debt and Loving It: Young People in Debt Are More Confident

Apparently debt is good for young people's egos. But is this a good thing?

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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.