Does Tattooing Boost Health?
An anthropological study in the Samoan Islands explores the cultural purpose and biological effects of tatau.
Does Tattooing Boost Health?
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Why Shamans Stand Apart
Modern-day shamans in a variety of sectors appear to tame uncertainty by embracing their otherness.
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An Author by Any Other Name
For many romance writers, pen names are the norm—but they are used for more than just anonymity.
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Would Our Early Ancestors Have Watched the Super Bowl?
There is an evolutionary reason why humans enjoy sitting around watching a fire, river, or television screen.
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Fat Gets No Respect (But That Should Change)
In this original animated video, anthropological research helps reveal the surprising story behind fat in the human body and in cultures around the world.
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Why Can’t Apes Talk?
A recent study suggests they’ve got the voice but not the brains.