Social Sciences

The hidden gender dynamics of parenthood

A new study finds a surprising disparity in the gender dynamics of parenthood, with British mothers facing a significantly larger earnings penalty when their first child is a daughter rather than a son.This post was […]

Social Sciences

Filipino sailors dock in Mexico … and help invent tequila?

Bottles of tequila now command premium prices in trendy bars. On Instagram, celebrity-backed brands of the agave-based Mexican spirit jostle for attention. And debates over cultural appropriation and agave sustainability swirl alongside booming tourism in […]

Social Sciences

Play or profit: The dark reality of kidfluencing

In today’s social media economy, influence isn’t just power—it’s profit. From fashion hauls to crypto tips, digital personalities are turning likes into livelihoods and followers into fortune.This post was originally published on this site

Social Sciences

Americans want stronger safety net for older adults

Social Security remains broadly popular, and as the U.S. population ages, more Americans think the government should do more to help families care for older adults, according to Cornell-led research investigating shifting attitudes about aging […]