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Small acts of kindness are frequent and universal, study finds

Just like the sunny-side-up yellow eggs spread across the globe, small acts of kindness are found to be a common trait among humans. A recent study conducted in various towns and rural areas worldwide has discovered that people, regardless of culture or background, willingly lend a hand to others every few minutes. Requests for assistance […]

Published on April 26, 2023

The Power of Cultural Evolution: Creating a Better World

Just like how genetic evolution shapes the traits of living organisms, cultural evolution molds the development of human societies. By understanding how cultural evolution works, we can use it as a tool to bring about positive global change. In a recent article, researchers explore how the principles of evolution can be harnessed to create a […]

Published on April 26, 2023

Depressed? Anxious? Air Pollution May Be a Factor

Just as heavy air pollution can make our bodies sick, it turns out that it can also have a negative impact on our mental health. Recent research has shown that chronic exposure to polluted air can lead to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. This is because the small particles in air pollution, including metals […]

Published on April 25, 2023