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Recession Trend: 51 Million Americans Live With Extended Family
By Stephanie Pappas published
That's more people living in multigenerational homes than ever in modern history.
Income Inequality Costing Americans Their Happiness
By Stephanie Pappas published
Americans are happier when the gap between rich and poor is smaller.
Will an NFL Lockout Really Start a Crime Wave?
By Ben Shouse published
Linebacker Ray Lewis says canceling the football season may increase crime, and he may be correct. Kind of.
Does Big Government Make People Happy?
By Stephanie Pappas published
A new study says yes, but not everyone is convinced.
Happiest Country Rankings
By Stephanie Pappas published
Happiness rankings and government size for 15 industrialized democracies
Why Wall Street Barely Reacted to Osama bin Laden's Death
By Natalie Wolchover published
Osama bin Laden's death gave a small boost to Wall Street and the value of the dollar. A financial expert explains the psychology behind the small effect.
'Mancession' Portends Depressing Future for Men
By Wynne Parry published
Faced with fewer jobs and more housework, men may become more depression-prone.
Predicting the Next Egypt
By Stuart Fox published
While no one can predict the future of violent revolution, four societal factors make certain countries far more likely to go down the same road as Egypt and Tunisia.
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