A new UNSW study has revealed the science behind sexy selfies, showing that women tend to sexualise themselves in environments with greater economic inequality, rather than where they might be oppressed because of their gender.
Social Sciences
Aug 27, 2018
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Over the last 2000 years Christianity has grown from a tiny religious sect to the largest family of religions in the world. How did Christianity become so successful? Did Christianity spread through grass-roots movements ...
Social Sciences
Jul 31, 2018
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A recent study finds that young people who get financial support from their parents have greater professional success, highlighting one way social inequality is transmitted from one generation to the next.
Social Sciences
May 2, 2018
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New poll shows most Europeans think life is generally fair, but have concerns over justice, political decisions and income inequality.
Social Sciences
Apr 23, 2018
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There are lots of theories about why some couples who live together get married while others separate.
Social Sciences
Apr 12, 2018
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In Jakarta, the rich have much better access to clean water than the poor. Residents in the city's business districts or in rich neighbourhoods have much more reliable access to water than those living in poor neighbourhoods.
Environment
Mar 19, 2018
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Older women are more vulnerable to financial difficulties than older men, with their employment history and family circumstances impacting on pension income and ability to save.
Social Sciences
Dec 8, 2017
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When disadvantaged youth engage in social activism, they tend to have high-status occupations in adulthood, according to Clemson University and University of Michigan researchers. The findings also suggest there's a place ...
Social Sciences
Oct 3, 2017
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Hurricane Maria, the 15th tropical depression this season, is now battering the Caribbean, just two weeks after Hurricane Irma wreaked havoc in the region.
Environment
Sep 21, 2017
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If you're a healthy white man, live in the city and come from a wealthy family chances are you'll be better off than someone with a different ethnicity, gender, or location. We found it's factors like these that explain at ...
Social Sciences
Aug 15, 2017
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