How ChatGPT is sneaking its favorite words (like “delve” and “bolster”) into our everyday conversations
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute found ChatGPT’s preferred vocabulary, termed “GPT words,” influences everyday language, increasing usage in both academic and casual conversations.
Was the narcissism epidemic every really a thing? New research says no, not really
April 7, 2024
Recent research shows narcissism has been declining globally from 1982 to 2023, challenging the narrative of a narcissism epidemic.
A new study finds that large dogs age differently
March 28, 2024
Larger dogs age slower but have shorter lifespans.
AI Pastor in the Pulpit Undermines Donations and Credibility, Study Finds
March 20, 2024
A new study suggests that using AI pastors to replace human clergy could erode credibility and reduce donations for religious groups that rely on them, as seen in experiments conducted in Buddhist and Taoist temples in Japan and Singapore.
A new study finds that the later we meet someone in a sequence, the more negatively we describe them
March 11, 2024
New research finds that unconscious bias could disadvantage people who happen to be evaluated later in a sequence, whether it’s job applicants, contestants on a reality show, or Tinder dates.
New study finds that support for cancel culture is driven more by in-group signaling than by a genuine desire for change
February 24, 2024
The study suggests that engaging in cancel culture is tied to political identity and is more about in-group signaling than about genuine societal progress.
New study finds 63% of incels identify as left-leaning or centrist, challenging right-wing stereotype
February 22, 2024
Contrary to popular perceptions, a new study reveals that approximately 63% of Involuntary Celibates (Incels) self-reported a left-leaning or centrist political affiliation.
Rickrolling: From Internet Prank to Academic Curiosity
February 17, 2024
A recent study uncovers how the internet’s favorite prank has infiltrated the hallowed halls of academia.
Hot Weather Slows Down Your Thinking, New Study Shows
February 15, 2024
A new study reveals that rising temperatures can negatively affect your ability to perform mental tasks, such as solving math problems.
