New research suggests laughter is a vital catalyst for child development, enhancing brain growth, emotional well-being and ...

A student who took Yale University’s Science of Well-Being course explains 6 lessons he learned about happiness, including ...

Jace’s interest in marine biology may stem from his frequent visits to the Da Vinci Science Center, just down the street from ...

Cat owners often debate whether cats should live indoors or roam outside. Indoor cats face fewer dangers from traffic, predators, and disease, and research shows they live longer than those allowed to ...

A teacher's capability to improve students' scientific understanding is influenced by the school and district in which they work, the community in which the school is located, and the larger ...

Couples who intentionally slow down and soak in their happy moments together may be building a powerful shield for their relationship. Researchers at the University of Illinois found that partners who ...

Before Bill Nye was the Science Guy, he was Bill Nye the Cornell Student, Bill Nye the Boeing Engineer and Bill Nye the Comedian. The Emmy-winning TV presenter, who turns 70 on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 ...

Medical professionals aren’t exactly sure why an optimistic outcome leads to greater longevity. But when it comes to greater business success, research provides some clues. In a fascinating study, a ...

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...

Happiness is known to correlate with better health. But now, researchers have identified a happiness threshold above which people are less likely to die prematurely of chronic diseases like cancer, ...

The latest release of 8th grade National Assessment of Educational Progress scores last month revealed a troubling reality: Coupled with steady drops in students’ math and literacy skills, students’ ...