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Author and peace activist Maajid Nawaz argues that we too often treat radical Islam with kid gloves. While our good intentions make us sensitive to the Muslim faith, and keep us from labeling its violent members as radical practitioners, it does society a grave disservice.
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The implications of this new research could eventually extend to giving the mute the ability to speak.
He formed social learning theory. He made self-efficacy a game-changing concept. And he really did a number on Bobo the Clown. Albert Bandura is the Keith Moon of psychology.
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Don't be afraid of making decisions, says entrepreneur Scott Belsky. Decisiveness -- even when the decisions aren't the "right" ones -- is a sign of a true leader.
General Motors is the latest major car company to make a large investment in ridesharing.
Resolved to be more cultured in 2016? Try these art and music pairings to learn to savor more of both.
The laws of physics appear to be symmetric between matter and antimatter. But the Universe tells a different story. “If you see an antimatter version of yourself running towards you, […]
The ability to delay gratification is vital for a successful life, and research suggests it is a skill that can be cultivated.
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Gun enthusiasts are worried their guns could get confiscated by the feds. Writer Michael Shermer explains why that's not going to happen.
We have a relationship with the Internet that influences and, in some cases, drives our behaviors. Some would call it an addiction.
From cities across the world, fireworks were the spectacular sight. But near the poles, nature was the star of the show. “You cannot rob me of free nature’s grace,You cannot […]
An innovative wooden toy teaches children the basics of programming without the need for literacy or screen devices. 
It's not as black and white, left brain/right brain as the theories of yore.
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Charlie comes to Bill with a question about the balance between the ethics of scientific concepts and those scientific concepts in and of themselves. In response, the Science Guy demonstrates how the two ideas — an idea and its ethical implications — are innately inseparable.