Why we trust experts, even when they admit they don't know the answer
We constantly make decisions about who to trust.
Social Sciences
Mar 16, 2022
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Chimpanzees consider intent when judging wrongdoing in others
An international team of researchers has found evidence that suggests chimpanzees consider intent when judging the wrongdoing of others. In their paper published in the journal Biology Letters, the group describes two types ...
Trust in government linked to work attitudes
People with high levels of trust in government felt more secure in their jobs, had higher employer loyalty and were more likely to go out of their way to help co-workers, according to a recent study.
Social Sciences
Mar 3, 2022
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'Sextortion' leads to financial losses and psychological trauma: What to look out for on dating apps
When malicious internet users gain people's trust to obtain sexually explicit photos or videos, and then use these materials—specifically the threat of sharing them—to coerce them for sexual, personal or financial gain, ...
Social Sciences
Jan 5, 2022
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EPA details push to tighten rules for lead in drinking water
The Biden administration took steps Thursday aimed at reducing lead in drinking water, announcing plans to release $2.9 billion in infrastructure bill funds next year for lead pipe removal and impose stricter rules to limit ...
Environment
Dec 16, 2021
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If CEOs want to promote diversity, they have to 'walk the talk'
In the business world, the adage often holds true: the buck stops at the desk of the chief executive officer. That's the way accountability should work.
Economics & Business
Dec 1, 2021
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A quick end to oil won't save the climate
"We need to invest heavily in renewable energy and ensure that it becomes competitive in international markets," says Espen Moe.
Environment
Oct 12, 2021
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How background music in ads affects consumers
Including music in the background of a television commercial may make for a more effective sports product advertisement, according to the results of a Texas A&M University study.
Social Sciences
Aug 17, 2021
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When bosses are abusive, how employees interpret their motives makes a difference
A new UBC Sauder School of Business study shows that depending on how employees understand their boss' motivation, employees can feel anger or guilt, and consequently, react differently to abusive supervision.
Social Sciences
Jul 8, 2021
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Flood relocation programs more disruptive to those who don't live in white or affluent neighborhoods
A government policy that removes homeowners from flood-prone areas disproportionately disrupts the lives of residents from less white and affluent neighborhoods, according to new research from sociologists at Rice University ...
Environment
Jun 30, 2021
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