Society
‘My gender is like an empty lot’ − the people who reject man, woman and any other gender label
‘My gender is like an empty lot’ − the people who reject man, woman and any other gender label Researchers have found that some individuals, particularly those who identify as asexual, experience “gender detachment,” where they do not feel a strong connection to traditional gender categories. These individuals often report feeling uncomfortable with defining themselves […]
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Rethinking polygamy – new research upends conventional thinking about the advantages of monogamous marriage
Rethinking polygamy – new research upends conventional thinking about the advantages of monogamous marriage Contrary to conventional thinking, new research suggests that polygamy may not be as harmful as previously believed. A recent study found that polygyny does not lock large numbers of men out of marriage, and in some contexts, men are actually more […]
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Techno-utopians like Musk are treading old ground: The futurism of early 20th-century Europe
Techno-utopians like Musk are treading old ground: The futurism of early 20th-century Europe Techno-utopians like Elon Musk are revisiting ideas from early 20th-century Europe, where futurists celebrated technological advancements and envisioned a “New Human” transformed by speed, power, and energy. The concept of the “singularity,” where humans merge with machines, is reminiscent of Italian futurist […]
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Social scientists have long found women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift
Social scientists have long found women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift Contrary to long-held assumptions, survey data suggests that Generation Z may be showing a shift away from women being more religious than men, with Gen Z women having a slightly lower rate of religiosity […]
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‘It’s a complicated time to be a white Southerner’ − and their views on race reflect that
‘It’s a complicated time to be a white Southerner’ − and their views on race reflect that White Southerners are grappling with their racial status due to ongoing crises such as police violence, mass incarceration, and the Black Lives Matter movement, which have highlighted the region’s history of racial conflict. The “wages of whiteness,” or […]
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Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows
Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows A new study found that transgender, nonbinary, and disabled people are more likely to view AI negatively than their cisgender and nondisabled counterparts. The study surveyed over 700 people in the US, including a nationally representative sample and an intentional oversample of […]
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‘AI veganism’: Some people’s issues with AI parallel vegans’ concerns about diet
‘AI veganism’: Some people’s issues with AI parallel vegans’ concerns about diet A new phenomenon called “AI hesitancy” or “AI reluctance” suggests that AI adoption may not follow the traditional technology adoption life cycle, where early adopters and innovators lead the way. The concept of “AI veganism” parallels veganism, where individuals abstain from using AI […]
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Inequality has risen from 1970 to Trump − that has 3 hidden costs that undermine democracy
Inequality has risen from 1970 to Trump − that has 3 hidden costs that undermine democracy The US has never been richer, but the gains are so lopsided that the top 10% controls 69% of all wealth, while the bottom half controls just 3%, leading to widening income inequality. The Trump administration’s spending bill cuts […]
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From glass and steel to rare earth metals, new materials have changed society throughout history
From glass and steel to rare earth metals, new materials have changed society throughout history Materials have played a significant role in shaping society throughout history, from glass and steel to rare earth metals. The rapid growth of the rare earth metal trade has become critical due to its use in modern devices such as […]
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Guns in America: A liberal gun-owning sociologist offers 5 observations to understand America’s culture of firearms
Guns in America: A liberal gun-owning sociologist offers 5 observations to understand America’s culture of firearms Guns are normal: Approximately 86 million American adults own at least one firearm, making up 1 in 3 gun owners. Gun culture has evolved over time: From practical uses like hunting and defense to recreational activities like target shooting […]
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