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The type of blinking exposes the liar
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The type of blinking exposes the liar

Psychologists from the University of Portsmouth (UK) claim that people blink in a completely different way when they lie.

December 18, 2018
The power of absurdity
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The power of absurdity

In the experiment was invited to drink 2 jars of beer, one had to add vinegar, those who knew in advance were wincing with vinegar beer, but whoever did not know would c…

December 18, 2018
Disadvantages of lies
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Disadvantages of lies

The truth will make you peaceful but finding it is not easy. We weave a complex network while trying to identify who is cheating. Nearly everyone, even experienced peopl…

December 18, 2018
Ugly people are always looked down on
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Ugly people are always looked down on

Wherever it is, ugly girls always get scornful eyes, because prejudice about beauty is human nature, scientists claim.

December 18, 2018
Most of us are hypocrites
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Most of us are hypocrites

Most of us, whether admitted or not, are hypocrites. We value others more rigorously when evaluating ourselves.

December 18, 2018
The thought of death stimulates the appetite
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The thought of death stimulates the appetite

Will watching TV news or crime programs make you eat too much? According to a new study in consumer research, people eat more while thinking about their own deaths.

December 18, 2018
Willpower
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Willpower

Those who believe they are using growth hormone will score higher in long jumps. This is evidence for the capacity of human trust.

December 18, 2018
Attractive speakers have a more balanced body
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Attractive speakers have a more balanced body

People with charming and sexy voices seem to have a more balanced body in the eyes of the opposite person. This proves that what we hear from someone also influences wha…

December 18, 2018
Men today are willing to cry for women
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Men today are willing to cry for women

The classic image of impulsive young men and nothing other than sex in the head is gone. A new survey found that men of eyebrows are not afraid to commit and are willing…

December 18, 2018
Having a holiday for at least 3 days satisfies
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Having a holiday for at least 3 days satisfies

The next time you plan a vacation, make sure the trip lasts for more than 3 days, otherwise you will find it hard to have enough time to enjoy and relax.

December 18, 2018