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Religions talk about the value of humility, but it can be especially hard for clergy to practice what they preach

Being a religious leader means wearing many different hats. At times, their congregations expect them to convey passionate confidence—to be models of faith and strength. But wise leadership also means listening and being willing to […]

Report reveals challenges facing transnational families

A new report from the University of Reading brings to light the unique and often overlooked challenges faced by families living across national borders.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

New book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis

Creating and nurturing beauty in dark times helps us endure another day. Beauty can help us appraise how we live and how we can build better lives. Its presence or absence is a critique of […]

Handling the hype: Researcher seeks to improve science communication

Being a scientist has its challenges. Knowing how to communicate your scientific research in a socially responsible manner can be even more difficult. Thankfully, one researcher at Michigan State University and colleagues at several other […]

New research challenges gendered perceptions of domestic abuse

A new study by the University of Portsmouth has questioned whether judgments of partner abuse are “rose-tinted” towards women.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Children with a parent in prison say they need to be seen, recognized and responded to, says report

The voices of children with a parent in prison have been heard for the first time in more than a decade, in a new report from Monash University, with research supported by SHINE for Kids.This […]

What the Thai cave rescue can teach us about unconventional leadership

Leadership can emerge from unexpected places, especially during times of crisis. One such example occurred during the 2018 rescue of a group of 12 young soccer players and their coach, who were trapped in a […]

Going down a Wikipedia rabbit hole? Science says you’re one of these three types

If you’ve ever gone to look up a quick fact and just kept browsing from one article (or page, or video), to another, to another—then you know the feeling of “going down a rabbit hole.” […]

The moral, economic and human rights consequences of bride price in South Sudan and Australia

In South Sudan, there is an age-old practice called bride price. A groom’s family pays a bride’s family for the marriage, usually in cattle.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Australian courts use ‘body language’ to judge witness credibility

Nonverbal behavior in the courtroom can significantly influence how judges assess the credibility of witnesses in their rulings. But is reliance on “body language” based on sound science?This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.