Turns out, brain scans are remarkably good at predicting political ideology
It looks like the biological and neurological roots of political behavior run much deeper than previously thought.
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Political polarization is on the rise around the globe, fueled by inequality
Unless political leaders call on their followers to cooperate with others, polarization is here to stay.
Economic inequality and decline fracture society, says a new study
Well, this can’t be good.
Politically-incorrect language can seem sincere, but only if you’re saying what the audience wants to hear
Nobody is free of biases, not even ourselves.
COVID-19 in the UK. A Week in an Underprepared Nation
History will likely look back at the handling of the COVID-19 crisis by the UK Government as a tale of ...
Politically incorrect speakers are seen as more authentic
But this kind of language also poses risks.
The rulers of every important European state from 400 BC to present day, in one amazing video map
The rise and fall of empires in one epic animated map.
Populism and antivaxxing go hand in hand, new study finds
We all want what's best for our children, and the science is pretty clear on this one: antivaxxing claims lives.
In ancient Rome, political discourse was sometimes like an internet fight
Talk about thick skin!
Political preference doesn’t dictate your views on climate — except if you’re American
In America, every political group comes with its own views on climate change.
Your reaction to smells could say a lot about your political preference, a new study suggests
Easily disgusted? Well... that might say about your ideology.
Knowing more doesn’t change false beliefs about science
People often project their religious and political beliefs onto science.
Laws of mathematics don’t apply here, says Australian PM
"The laws of mathematics are very commendable but the only law that applies in Australia is the law of Australia."
Bound around the axe: what is fascism and why do societies turn to it
It's never the same everywhere.
Assessing the psychological profile of politicians definitely sounds like a good idea
Big corporations screen their executives for personality disorders. Why aren't we doing the same for politicians?
When someone challenges your political views, your brain treats them as a threat
So maybe don't talk politics over Sunday dinner.
Your brain might have a specific circuit for political arguments
Almost all political arguments are futile. Here's why.
Boredom can lead to more extreme political views, surprising study finds
Many extremists might just be bored -- and that just sounds dangerous!