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Party affiliation matters when it comes to dating in the US. Democrats are distinguished by their reluctance to date supporters of the other party rather than by a preference for fellow Democrats. Republicans, by contrast, both favour fellow Republicans and avoid Democratic partners.

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3 June 2026 at 23:50

Party affiliation matters when it comes to dating in the US. Democrats are distinguished by their reluctance to date supporters of the other party rather than by a preference for fellow Democrats. Republicans, by contrast, both favour fellow Republicans and avoid Democratic partners.

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Men, more than women, view cross-sex friendships as potential mating opportunities, supporting the popular belief that men are more likely than women to feel they have been friend-zoned. Study found that men attempt to woo their female friends by paying more for shared bills when going out together.

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3 June 2026 at 14:19

Men, more than women, view cross-sex friendships as potential mating opportunities, supporting the popular belief that men are more likely than women to feel they have been friend-zoned. Study found that men attempt to woo their female friends by paying more for shared bills when going out together.

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Thinking men evolved to be like this could lead to more victim-blaming in rape cases. Evolutionary psychology can increase victim blaming attitudes through an increase in the belief that gender roles are natural and immutable.

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3 June 2026 at 13:59

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Semaglutide, a GLP-1 weight loss drug, slowed biological aging across multiple epigenetic clocks in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in patients with HIV, suggesting that the drug may influence aging-related biology across multiple body systems.

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3 June 2026 at 13:48

Semaglutide, a GLP-1 weight loss drug, slowed biological aging across multiple epigenetic clocks in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in patients with HIV, suggesting that the drug may influence aging-related biology across multiple body systems.

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Weight-loss drugs semaglutide or tirzepatide may prevent thousands of knee replacements, study suggests. Patients with knee arthritis who took medications for at least three years at reduced risk of needing surgery.

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3 June 2026 at 11:47

Weight-loss drugs semaglutide or tirzepatide may prevent thousands of knee replacements, study suggests. Patients with knee arthritis who took medications for at least three years at reduced risk of needing surgery.

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Trans fats found naturally in dairy foods such as milk, butter and cheese do not increase the risk of heart disease or type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. Unlike industrial trans fats, which are strongly linked to heart disease, those found in dairy appear to pose no risk.

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2 June 2026 at 23:48

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Interest in ‘toxic’ measles treatment surges after Joe Rogan podcasts: Vaccination is the only proven way to prevent measles but alternatives like Vitamin A and cod-liver oil (which has Vit A) have been promoted by Joe Rogan. America’s Poison Centres reported a 39% increase in Vitamin A exposures.

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2 June 2026 at 12:06

Interest in ‘toxic’ measles treatment surges after Joe Rogan podcasts: Vaccination is the only proven way to prevent measles but alternatives like Vitamin A and cod-liver oil (which has Vit A) have been promoted by Joe Rogan. America’s Poison Centres reported a 39% increase in Vitamin A exposures.

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A higher percentage of MAGA Republicans (52.2%) than of strong Democrats (32.1%) believed political violence is usually or always justified to achieve at least one political objective. A small increase was observed in the belief that the U.S. may experience civil war in the coming years.

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2 June 2026 at 02:03

A higher percentage of MAGA Republicans (52.2%) than of strong Democrats (32.1%) believed political violence is usually or always justified to achieve at least one political objective. A small increase was observed in the belief that the U.S. may experience civil war in the coming years.

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New study found Republican voters continue to penalize candidates for being gay and for being even slightly gender nonconforming. Among Democratic and young voters, the anti-gay penalty has partly vanished and partly shifted to penalizing candidates who look or sound slightly gender nonconforming.

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1 June 2026 at 21:31

New study found Republican voters continue to penalize candidates for being gay and for being even slightly gender nonconforming. Among Democratic and young voters, the anti-gay penalty has partly vanished and partly shifted to penalizing candidates who look or sound slightly gender nonconforming.

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Masturbation among birds is ‘natural’ and should not be punished. Study finds activity is not harmful or caused by stress of captivity – and is in fact more common in wild birds.

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1 June 2026 at 11:05

Masturbation among birds is ‘natural’ and should not be punished. Study finds activity is not harmful or caused by stress of captivity – and is in fact more common in wild birds.

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Among white evangelical Americans, higher levels of racial resentment were strongly associated with a higher probability of voting. There is a similar pattern among Asian American and Latino evangelicals, but opposite pattern among Black evangelicals who were linked to a dramatic drop in voting.

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31 May 2026 at 22:19

Among white evangelical Americans, higher levels of racial resentment were strongly associated with a higher probability of voting. There is a similar pattern among Asian American and Latino evangelicals, but opposite pattern among Black evangelicals who were linked to a dramatic drop in voting.

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Playing video games does not correspond to an increase in exclusionary or prejudiced beliefs. Video game players tend to hold more inclusive cultural values than the general American public. Hostile online environments may be driven by specific community dynamics rather than attitudes among gamers.

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31 May 2026 at 13:57

Playing video games does not correspond to an increase in exclusionary or prejudiced beliefs. Video game players tend to hold more inclusive cultural values than the general American public. Hostile online environments may be driven by specific community dynamics rather than attitudes among gamers.

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Good managers can be as important as the entire team. The study also shows that those who are most eager to become managers are not necessarily the best suited to the role.

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31 May 2026 at 03:25

Good managers can be as important as the entire team. The study also shows that those who are most eager to become managers are not necessarily the best suited to the role.

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More than half of adults seeking clinical help for ADHD may also meet the criteria for at least one personality disorder. This research provides evidence that doctors should look beyond single labels to understand the complex mental health challenges facing this population.

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30 May 2026 at 15:27

More than half of adults seeking clinical help for ADHD may also meet the criteria for at least one personality disorder. This research provides evidence that doctors should look beyond single labels to understand the complex mental health challenges facing this population.

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Study identifies two biological subtypes of autism linked to different pathways in the brain. One subtype showed reduced communication among pathways that help brain cells send signals to one another. The other showed increased hyperconnectivity among pathways associated with the immune system.

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30 May 2026 at 13:57

Study identifies two biological subtypes of autism linked to different pathways in the brain. One subtype showed reduced communication among pathways that help brain cells send signals to one another. The other showed increased hyperconnectivity among pathways associated with the immune system.

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Fast deliveries worsen conditions for e-commerce warehouse workers. Study of US warehouse workers found jobs at Amazon fulfillment centers to be significantly worse – more intense and dangerous – likely driven by the e-commerce market leader’s emphasis on fast delivery.

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30 May 2026 at 02:50

Fast deliveries worsen conditions for e-commerce warehouse workers. Study of US warehouse workers found jobs at Amazon fulfillment centers to be significantly worse – more intense and dangerous – likely driven by the e-commerce market leader’s emphasis on fast delivery.

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Being ignored by a romantic partner in favor of a smartphone is linked to lower relationship quality. Staying emotionally present might protect couples from the negative patterns associated with digital distractions.

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29 May 2026 at 15:09

Being ignored by a romantic partner in favor of a smartphone is linked to lower relationship quality. Staying emotionally present might protect couples from the negative patterns associated with digital distractions.

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