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Grocery store layouts are carefully designed to influence shopper behavior and maximize sales. One common strategy is placing high-demand staple items at the back of the store. This encourages customers to walk through more aisles, increasing exposure to other products. While items like milk and eggs are famously located in…

Behaviorist Helen Masters shares her thoughts on public misconceptions

In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s easy to underestimate just how serious and frightening stalking can be. It doesn’t always start with dramatic gestures or obvious threats. Sometimes, it begins quietly—a few unwanted messages, a random appearance at a familiar place, or a social media follow that feels just a little…

If your dog is torn between two conflicting outcomes, here’s what to know

Beyond convenience: what tracking your packages says about trust, control, and consumer behavior

Scientists study hidden camera video for clues as to why a group of male Capuchin monkeys began kidnapping baby Howler monkeys on a remote island in Panama.

For patients hospitalized with chest pain, the amount of time they spend sedentary afterward is linked to a greater risk for more heart problems and death within a year. That’s the key finding of a new peer-reviewed study my colleagues and I published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and…

First dates are a delicate dance of discovery, a chance to see if a spark can ignite into something more. Yet, for many women, certain behaviors can extinguish that potential flame almost instantly, acting as significant first date deal-breakers. These aren’t just minor annoyances; they often signal deeper incompatibilities, a…

Navigating social interactions can be like a complex code. It’s hard to tell friendly banter from flirting. Lighthearted flirting may be harmless sometimes. But it feels wrong when aimed at your wife. This is especially true if it happens in your presence. Recognizing subtlety is key to understanding the dynamic.…

With advancements in artificial intelligence, many individuals are turning to AI companionship as a source of emotional support and connection. These digital partners offer personalized interactions, learning from user behavior to provide companionship that feels increasingly authentic. While some embrace this technological shift, others raise concerns about the implications for…

The league announced an investigation into alleged racial slurs aimed at Angel Reese during Saturday's game.