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Which anthologized writers and books get checked out most frequently from Seattle Public Library?

Seattle Public Library (SPL) is the only U.S. library system that makes its anonymized, granular checkout data public. Want to find out how many times people borrowed the e-book version of Toni Morrison’s “Beloved” in […]

Other people’s backgrounds shape their social position, but I worked hard for mine: The paradox in how we view status

The concept of “hard work v privilege,” and what either one says about someone’s social status, is an important one.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Why hedgehogs used to be hated

Hedgehogs have been part of human culture for thousands of years. Across different societies, they’ve been symbols of fertility, protection and healing, as well as fear, superstition and suspicion.This article is brought to you by […]

Retaining employees as they age is possible with more flexibility

Many businesses say they’re suffering from labor shortages, but what are their management practices and what measures could be put in place to retain experienced workers?This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Public backing for taxes falls when unfairness exposed

Public support for broad-based taxation risks eroding when voters learn that the super-rich pay lower tax rates than ordinary citizens, according to new research co-authored by King’s academics.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Taming the moral menace at capitalism’s core

Digital disruption and the climate crisis are often framed as economic or social challenges. But they force crucial moral questions. Who will be held accountable for the human cost? What will it take to transform […]

Why some entrepreneurs are happier than others—study suggests it’s not because of money

Entrepreneurs driven by independence and creativity are far more likely to feel satisfied with their lives than those motivated by status or money, according to new research from King’s Business School.This article is brought to […]

Five rhetorical signs that might reveal research misconduct

A new study from Chalmers University of Technology suggests that research misconduct may leave traces in the text itself, not only in how the research is conducted. By analyzing scientific articles later retracted for misconduct, […]

Doing good pays off: Environmentally and socially responsible companies drive value and market efficiency

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), launched with United Nations backing in 2006. Today, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) related non-financial information—such as greenhouse gas emissions, pollution control, […]

Q&A: Why does time go by so fast, and how can we slow it down?

If ringing in the new year came too quickly, you’re not alone. Time does seem to move faster as you get older.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.