Society

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

At the start of a concert, a voice may come over the speakers warning members of the audience not to take photos or videos of the performance.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Family members of prisoners experience a form of incarceration themselves through strict rules, surveillance and emotional regulation imposed during visits, a study by La Trobe University has found.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Talk to a random member of the public and they’re likely to say that people’s behavior is getting worse. From brazen shoplifting, to listening to music out loud on public transport, to violence against retail […]

Brain dead after a hard day of work? It turns out it’s totally fine to park yourself in front of the TV. It might even make recovery—an essential part of burnout prevention—easier.This article is brought […]

Every January, offices quietly reset. New planners appear on desks. Fresh notebooks open in meetings. To-do lists look neater, ambitions clearer. There is a shared sense that this year, things will be different.This article is […]

As Nairobi’s skyline climbs ever higher, life for those living on the city’s edges is being transformed—and not always for the better.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.