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Young Artists, Scientists Think Logically, Creatively

The “two cultures” are one: New research finds no significant differences in the problem-solving patterns of arts and science students at one British university.

Internet Censorship, Here and Over There

European and American governments find different reasons to restrict the Internet.

It Turns Out There Is Accounting for Taste

New research finds people’s taste in entertainment remains remarkably consistent, regardless of whether they’re reading, watching or listening.

Telework: One Idea to Hold Down Government Cost

A conservative thinker argues encouraging more federal government employees to work from home could save taxpayers money.

Europe Boasts of its Solar Power Strength

As it’s announced that thee-quarters of new photovoltaic systems are going up in Europe, it’s fair to ask what happened to the former U.S. dominance in solar.

The Real Revenge of Montezuma: Voyage Conclusions

Our blogger looks back at his voyage through coastal Mexico and sees that the problems, and solutions, there are mirrored throughout the globe.

Moral Panics and Rumors

When the world turns its mean side to the public, rumors amplified in the Internet/cable news age often slip past our critical thinking skills.

If Only Yosemite Were a Video Game

Those who experience nature through the windshield typically donate less toward conservation than those with no exposure to nature.

Gas Mileage Labels Get Sophisticated

The federal government has unveiled updated designs for those informational stickers on new cars. The hope is to nudge buyers into choosing more fuel-efficient models.

California Rejects Ban on Plastic Bags

Lawmakers struck down a bill that would have made California the first state in the union to ban plastic shopping bags.