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- Scientific American Humor is a powerful tool for brightening up everyday life, and it can also be used to make us more creative, productive, and resilient. Here at Scientific American, we cover news, articles and videos related to the science and psychology of humor. From the latest research on the benefits of laughing to humorous videos that make us smile, our content explores the many ways humor can improve our lives. In addition, we examine the darker side of humor, such as why some jokes can be offensive or hurtful. With a blend of science and humor, our goal is to help you understand why humor is so important in our lives and how to use it to your advantage.
Manhattan, New York - "Sunny days, chasing the clouds away" is officially cancelled. The new Sesame Street anthem? “Can you tell me how to get, how to get to the Unemployment Office?” With nearly $1 billion in PBS funding slashed, Sesame Street has shuttered its stores, leaving beloved felt and foam residents to face the…
KANKAKEE, Illinois. Caitlin Mergen was having a good summer until she over-imbibed on "hard seltzer" and vomited on the seats of her mother's brand-new Buick Enclave. "It was my first night out after getting my driver's license," she says ruefully. "Of course I was going to get drunk." That offense caused her parents to "ground"…
I wanted a cat and I got one. I named him Shadow but should have named him Satan. He is a holy terror, a wildcat, part panther, I think. "He will settle down," everyone says. It has been two weeks and he hasn't settled yet. He has claimed the back bedroom as his own. It…