Our faces don’t just distinguish us from other people, but other species as well. Neanderthals bore stout jaws and broad noses, their features jutting forward like cliffs of bone. Chimpanzees, our ...

Attributing human traits to machines is nothing new, but with the rise of generative artificial intelligence, anthropomorphism is taking on a new dimension. This trend raises crucial philosophical ...

Six specific traits stood out as inherently "cool" compared to other traits that were generally regarded positively. These ...

New research suggests that modern conditions may trace back to Neanderthal skull traits we share with our extinct cousins.

Growing up, the playground often felt like an arena where beauty reigned supreme. We’ve all heard the old adage that beauty ...

More information: Priya Gupta et al, A genome-wide investigation into the underlying genetic architecture of personality traits and overlap with psychopathology, Nature Human Behaviour (2024).

A breakthrough in genetic editing allows IVF parents to select traits for their embryo. But some experts are warning this new ...

Composite faces were used to see how easy it is to spot people with psychopathy, narcissism and Machiavellianism.

An almost universal phenomenon in humans is the use of child-directed speech, where caregivers communicate with children, often involving a particular speech style also termed "baby talk." Numerous ...

Ever wondered what future human evolution might look like? Here's what one tech company thinks humans will look like by the year 3000.

Kinema Citrus has finally released a new updated teaser for its upcoming Little Mermaid adaptation, Goodybye, Lara.

Scientists who studied a speed dating group found that four traits significantly influenced attraction. Researchers from the University of Queensland analysed data from 171 speed-dating sessions ...