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The Most Exciting Cancer Research Today

Molecular Biologist, Co-Discoverer of DNA

Most doctors believe that different cancers require personalized therapies, but studying their common biochemistry could lead to a universal treatment.

We’re Not Anywhere Near Peak Oil
We’re Not Anywhere Near Peak Oil
Aerospace Engineer

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

Is Jamaica Homophobic?
Is Jamaica Homophobic?
Prime Minister of Jamaica

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

Ohio State Study: Fox News Promotes Belief in False Rumors about NYC Mosque
Study: Fox News Promotes False Rumors
Communications Professor, American University

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. 

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Featured Blogs

Dollars and Sex

Do Women Value Ethnicity Over Income in a Mate?
Do Women Value Ethnicity Over Income in a Mate?
Economics Professor, Dalhousie University

The 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

Age of Engagement

Ohio State Study: Fox News Promotes Belief in False Rumors about NYC Mosque
Ohio State Study: Fox News Promotes Belief in False Rumors about NYC Mosque
Communications Professor, American University

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

Eruptions

New eruption begins at Piton de la Fournaise
New eruption begins at Piton de la Fournaise
Volcanologist, Denison University

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

Hybrid Reality

Tom Hanks Defines and Carves the Future
Tom Hanks Defines and Carves the Future

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

As I Please

Mining The Real Story
Mining The Real Story

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

Daily Ideafeed

Medicine
Love: Potent Painkiller

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.

Unemployment
The Case for Lower Wages

"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."

Networks
How Social Media Change Business

Facebook and other social media present challenges like brand management and opportunities like cost-cutting for business willing to embrace modern technologies.

Gene Research
Personalized Cancer Treatment

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.

Cosmology
The Biggest Question of All

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.

The Audience
A Theater Manifesto

"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.

Renewable Energy
China Dictating to Silicon Valley

"Chinese manufacturers have helped send the price of conventional solar panels plunging and grabbed market share far more quickly than anyone anticipated."

Green Economy
Learning from Failure

"Climate change activists no longer dwell on impending climate doom, but on the economic windfall that will result from embracing the 'green' economy."

Free Speech
Against National Sovereignty

An Economist blogger defends the right of corporations to make unlimited campaign contributions only if foreign corporations are granted the same right.

Desire
How Important Is Freedom?

"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.