Most doctors believe that different cancers require personalized therapies, but studying their common biochemistry could lead to a universal treatment.
The U.S. has centuries' worth of oil at its disposal, but thinks "it would be kind of cool if we just left ours in the ground and then when Saudi Arabia is out ... charge them $1,000 a barrel for it." Watch
The country's fervent Christianity and respect for family is why "buggery" remains illegal in the country, says the prime minister. But "we are tolerant provided that homosexual lifestyle does not invade our space." Watch
An analysis by Ohio State researchers finds that Fox News viewing contributes significantly to the spread of false rumors about the New York City mosque.
Read MoreThe very first post on Dollars and Sex asked the question: "Do Women Really Value Income Over Looks in a Mate?" The research we talked about in that post also addresses the issue of interracial dating, so I thought it would be interesting to return to that paper again and ask a new question: Do ... Read More
A survey analysis released today by Ohio State researchers finds that Fox News viewing contributes significantly to the spread of false rumors about the New York City mosque. Moreover, respondents who held these false beliefs were not only more likely to oppose the NYC mosque but also more likely ... Read More
We spoke a few weeks ago about how Piton de la Fournaise on Reunion Island was looking like it might erupt soon. Well, "soon" was a little later than predicted - it was initially thought an eruption could come in days - but now a few weeks later the volcano has erupted (french). New reports coming ... Read More
Let's be honest: when we think about the futuristic scenarios, we don't think of Tom Hanks. Most frequently associated with his brilliant portrayal of Forrest Gump, Hanks exudes the kind of sweet naivete that makes him perfect for rustic romantic dramas. But Hanks is now sketching out a picture of ... Read More
The World has watched and cheered to the rafters the human drama unfolding in Chile. That thirty three miners could be trapped underground for two months, survive and be winched to the surface in a capsule that looked as though it was once used in Star Trek is an extraordinary and joyous thing. To ... Read More
A photo of one's beloved activates the brain's reward centers like a drug might; learning how to harness love could help relieve pain without drug-induced side effects.
"With nearly one fifth of workers unemployed or under-employed, the best way to save jobs and boost productivity in the short term is for workers to accept lower wages."
Facebook and other social media present challenges like brand management and opportunities like cost-cutting for business willing to embrace modern technologies.
Personalized cancer treatment once available mainly in Boston is moving across the pond; Britain's National Health Service is set to expand novel gene testing research.
Why is there something in the universe instead of nothing? Big Questions Online gives ten answers to perhaps the biggest question to ever vex us.
"Playwrights, directors and performers all seem to think that we want to be part of their act." The Washington Post's theater critic wishes to be left alone.
"Chinese manufacturers have helped send the price of conventional solar panels plunging and grabbed market share far more quickly than anyone anticipated."
"Climate change activists no longer dwell on impending climate doom, but on the economic windfall that will result from embracing the 'green' economy."
An Economist blogger defends the right of corporations to make unlimited campaign contributions only if foreign corporations are granted the same right.
"The greatest of all freedoms, the one that more people want more than any other, is the freedom from responsibility and consequences," says Theodore Dalrymple.