Phys Org, Author at Top Charts

The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children

Many adults are breathing a sigh of relief as the 6-7 meme fades away as one of the biggest kid-led global fads of 2025.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Is it OK to feel ‘schadenfreude’ at work? Here’s how to navigate this complex emotion

Have you ever felt delighted (perhaps secretly) when something went wrong for someone else? We may not openly admit it, but many of us have probably felt this way—sometimes intentionally, sometimes unconsciously.This article is brought […]

Japanese study investigates how tariff policies influence long-run economic growth

Rising trade frictions over the past decade have sparked urgent questions about their long-term impact on global economies. The U.S. now applies tariffs of 66.4% on Chinese exports, which is higher compared to the average […]

Global data gaps highlight why citizen science has now become essential for official statistics

For more than three decades, DHS provided vital demographic and health data on population, health, HIV, and nutrition in over 90 countries. Its termination leaves major gaps in tracking the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), […]

The effect of environmental regulations on municipal bonds

Air pollution regulations in the United States are intended to protect public health, but a new study has found that they also carry an unexpected cost: higher interest rates on the bonds used by counties […]

Saturday Citations: Missing dinosaurs, quiescent black holes and infectious fungi

Happy new year! If you’re a redhead, the pigments in your hair are protecting you from cellular damage. A post-stroke injection comprising regenerative nanomaterial can protect the brain. And researchers have developed a method to […]

Men’s job satisfaction tied to shared money values in dual-income couples

The old saying goes: Money can’t buy happiness. But it sure can make or break a relationship.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

How personality traits influence the way we flirt with others

Flirting is often seen as playful behavior that signals interest to a potential partner. But according to new research, there is much more to the teasing, light-hearted conversation and coquettish glances than meets the eye. […]

A better way to sell premade food could cut waste and boost sales

Grocery stores typically place older products in front. New research suggests the opposite approach actually works best.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

‘Are we safe?’: Living in the shadow of a refinery

Set against the picturesque Rocky Mountains is a city-like maze of metal and fire, where towering flare stacks glow against the dark. A deep industrial hum drifts through the night, lulling nearby residents to sleep […]