Sick vampire bats keep social distance naturally even without public health guidance
New research shows that when vampire bats feel sick, they socially distance themselves from groupmates in their roost - no public health guidance required.
The...
How to trick-or-treat safely this Halloween
COVID-19 might have made this year extra scary, but it does not mean you have to give up on your favorite Halloween activities.
An infectious...
How to take care of your mental health this election season
Regardless of political party, elections weigh on many Americans, and with long-lasting coverage, it can be difficult to escape the political noise.
A Baylor College...
Why do we get so picky about friendship late in life? Ask the chimps
No new friends and no drama.
When humans age, they tend to favor small circles of meaningful, established friendships rather than seek new ones, and...
When good governments go bad?
All good things must come to an end.
Whether societies are ruled by ruthless dictators or more well-meaning representatives, they fall apart in time, with...
5 ways to have a safe Halloween during COVID-19
Leaves are changing colors and there is a crisp chill in the air.
The onset of fall means Halloween is around the corner, and whether...
Why social media has changed the world — and how to fix it
Are you on social media a lot? When is the last time you checked Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram?
Last night? Before breakfast? Five minutes ago?
If...
How to protect yourself from the stress of politics
We interrupt your latest binge of breaking political news, fear-provoking campaign commercials and angry posts from your favorite pundit to report that politics can...
Being generous may help you live longer
The act of giving and receiving increases well-being: the recipient benefits directly from the gift, and the giver benefits indirectly through emotional satisfaction.
In a...
Scientists discover the true nature of uranium
Most people are familiar with uranium as a fuel for nuclear power plants.
And while that's the most common application, this element is also used...