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You may not know it, but your subconscious can do arithmetic, according to a recent study — a find that contradicts the popular view among psychologists.

"If you are receptive and humble," said Dirac, "mathematics will lead you by the hand."

"You cannot hope to build a better world without improving the individuals. To that end each of us must work for his own improvement, and at the same time share a general responsibility for all humanity, our particular duty being to aid those to whom we think we can be most useful."

It's common to dismiss the sorts of processes undertaken by the characters in CSI or House as the stuff of fantasy. MetaMed Research co-founder Michael Vassar argues that we've got that all wrong.

Executive Amanda Mesler, who has held numerous prominent roles in corporate America, including as a CEO of Logica N.A., shares examples of both successful and unsuccessful coaching of next-gen women leaders.

The cartoonist who escaped death in Copenhagen last week produced another controversial work of art: his very own micronation.

Math, not financial strategizing, is the skill most needed to handle the important financial decisions that all adults face.

Researchers have found concerning evidence that shows how midnight snacking could contribute to a decline in memory and learning.

Researchers at Chongqing University in China have created an ultra-sensitive device capable of detecting volatile organic compounds in people's breath that may indicate the presence of cancer.

All you need are clear skies, a telescope, and a plan. Make it a great one. “For my confirmation, I didn’t get a watch and my first pair of long […]

Humor begets humor, and laughter results in more open teamwork and more creative ideas. 

Be careful what you say around your smart TV. If it's equipped with a microphone, it could be recording and saving your private conversations.

There may be some connection between excessive shopping and hunger, and some researchers think it can extend beyond grocery stores to non-food items.

If you want to build a strong brand, you need to have loyal consumers. In order to get that, you'll need to create something meaningful for people to associate with your logo.

Just as a Roman household needed slaves, so companies need staff. 

Author Michael Schrage argues that the most successful forms of innovation are ones that include investments made in the human-capital capabilities of a company's customer base. Henry Ford and his impact on driving culture is a good example.

Paris-based startup NewWind R&D has built a prototype of a wind turbine that emulates a tree. The design allows for even the lightest wind to be utilized.  

Data just released by the VoIP app Viber indicates that the Spanish exchanged more love-related stickers in 2014 than any other nationality.

Sleepless nights filled with anxiety about the day's events buzzing through our minds could be helped through a little mindful meditation every day.

Not all bad bosses are mean, says The Seattle Times' Lisa Quast. Most are simply not invested in their work. Employees who want to extract value from the relationship need to adopt strategies for communication.