Shauna Wright
Radioactive Seeds May Be Superior to Other Prostate Cancer Treatments
A new study finds that treating prostate cancer with radioactive seeds may have fewer side-effects than surgery or a beam of high-energy radiation.
How Early Does Our Sense of Humor Develop?
If you’re a funny adult, chances are good you were a funny kid, too. New research shows a child’s sense of humor starts developing early — often as young as 6 years old.
How to Avoid Chickening Out
The idea of committing to doing something potentially scary — like giving a speech in front of hundreds of strangers — is never as frightening as actually doing it. Some scientists have dubbed it an “illusion of courage,” and new research could shed light on the apparent phenomenon.
Celebrity Birthdays for February 2 – Christie Brinkley, Shakira and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Christie Brinkley
Age: 58
Occupation: Model and Actress
Known For: Her three consecutive appearances on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in the late 1970s and early 1980s, her long endorsement contract with CoverGirl, inspiring the hit ‘Uptown Girl’ during her marriage to Billy Joel, and a messy and very public divo
This Day in History for February 2 – First Groundhog Day and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1887 – In Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania the first Groundhog Day is observed (More info)
1922 – James Joyce’s groundbreaking novel ‘Ulysses’ is published (More info)
College Graduates from Poor Backgrounds Less Likely to Marry
In general, a college education doesn’t just mean more job opportunities — graduates are also more likely to get married and less likely to divorce. But new research finds this isn’t always true for those who are economically disadvantaged.
Think Your Team is Best? It’s All in Your Head
As the Super Bowl approaches, fans of both the Patriots and the Giants are preparing for a fierce battle, and each group thinks their team is far superior to the other. New research could reveal why.
New Movie Releases — ‘Big Miracle,’ ‘Chronicle’ and ‘The Woman in Black’
If you love animals, the supernatural, or horror flicks, book a movie date for this weekend — the three new films in wide release were custom-made for you.
Americans Are Spending Money Again — Dollars and Sense
Economically, it’s been a rough few years. But things seem to be improving — a new survey says that for the first time since 2009, Americans aren’t pinching pennies quite the way we used to.
7 Things Single Women Can Do to Enjoy Valentine’s Day
On any given Valentine’s Day, it seems like the whole world conspires to make single women miserable — but you don’t have to let it happen. Ignore the highly-commercialized holiday with one of these activities, instead.
Are You Hungry or Just a People-Pleaser?
If you’ve having trouble losing weight and can’t figure out why, you might want to ask yourself if you’re a people-pleaser.
A new study suggests you might be overeating in certain social situations just to make those around you feel more comfortable.
Study: Testosterone Makes Us Less Cooperative and More Egocentric
Feeling a bit full of yourself lately? It could be because of testosterone.
A new study from the University College of London finds elevated levels of male hormones makes people overvalue themselves at the expense of cooperation — and it doesn’t just happen among men.