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Hobbies don’t just improve personal lives, they can also boost workplace creativity

As millions of us embark on New Year pledges to eat better, exercise more and learn something new, research published today suggests hobbies could do more than improve your personal life, they could make you […]

Family background strongly linked to financial misconduct by corporate executives

A large-scale register-based study conducted at the University of Oulu, Finland, shows that the propensity of top corporate executives to engage in financial misconduct is strongly associated with the financial crime history of their parents, […]

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 post was originally published on this site

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 post was originally published on this […]

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 […]

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 post was originally published on this site

Study suggests taking photos at live events can come at a social cost

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 post was originally published on this site

Families reveal harsh reality of prison visits

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 post was originally published on this site

Think society is in decline? Research gives us some reasons to be cheerful

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 […]

Long day at work? Go ahead and watch some TV, research suggests

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 post was originally […]