Why do some people endorse claims that can easily be disproved? It’s one thing to believe false information, but another to actively stick with something that’s obviously wrong.

Our new research, published in the Journal of Social Psychology, suggests that

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Police are getting a boost from artificial intelligence, with algorithms now able to draft police reports[1] in minutes. The technology promises to make police reports more accurate and comprehensive, as well as save officers time.

The idea is simple[2]: Take

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Sound waves at frequencies above the threshold for human hearing are routinely used in medical care[1]. Also known as ultrasound, these sound waves can help clinicians diagnose and monitor disease, and can also provide first glimpses of your newest family

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Genetic inheritance may sound straightforward: One gene causes one trait or a specific illness. When doctors use genetics, it’s usually to try to identify a disease-causing gene to help guide diagnosis and treatment. But for most health conditions, the

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Whisper networks[1] are informal channels that women use to warn each other about sexual harassment, abuse or assault. The reason they work isn’t because they are secret – they work because they are contextual.

The informal protective communication shared

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