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How different are the brains of boys and girls?

Conor Dillon | Gabriel Borrud
February 19, 2026

A new study shows a sex difference in the early growth of the human brain. Does it matter?

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Why do humans have (relatively) large penises?

Why do humans have (relatively) large penises?

Compared to chimps or gorillas, human males are unusually well endowed. A new study suggests it's partly because men 'size each other up' before a fight.
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How casual hookups are good (and healthy) for singles

How casual hookups are good (and healthy) for singles

You really do benefit from 'friends with benefits,' a new study suggests. Also, a forgotten birthday can tank employee morale and a look at how the Autobahn lead to more support for the Nazi party.
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The anomie within

The anomie within

When it feels like society's breaking down right before your eyes, it's called anomie. And it can lead to an even a darker place.
ScienceJanuary 15, 202630:00 min
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