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Giving back or getting back? The rise of retributive philanthropy

Picture this: A person is so outraged by a company's actions that instead of writing a complaint, they write a check to a charity that stands in direct opposition. Their donation isn't just about doing good. It's about making ...

Q&A: How eyewitness memory can serve justice

Eyewitness misidentifications have long been a source of wrongful convictions, casting doubt on the reliability of memory in the courtroom. But UC San Diego psychologist John Wixted says the story doesn't end there. His research ...

Study unpacks how 2025 tariffs shocked global supply chain

In the wake of the largest series of U.S. tariff hikes since 1930, a new study from Michigan State University explores how this economic shock is reshaping global supply chains and offers a framework to help researchers and ...

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Polite political punditry may be quietly silencing women on TV

Civility isn't gender equality's friend in televised political discussions, where women typically speak less and are shown less respect than men, according to a new study of gendered conversational norms co-authored by a ...