Recently, singer and actress Nicole Scherzinger found herself in a social media storm. She had commented on a photo of Russell Brand wearing a hat that said “Make Jesus First Again, ” expressing interest in getting one for herself. People interpreted this as support for former President Donald Trump
You might think that social media serves up a variety of political views, especially during elections. But what happens if you don't follow any political parties? Surprisingly, recent research shows that these "political detachment users" aren't getting much variety. Instead, they're mostly seeing i
Imagine you're in a club or a big group. The leader's views trickle down to everyone, but not everyone is as sure about them. This is what scientists call a "top-down hierarchical fuzzy opinion network. " It's like a pyramid where the leader's opinion is at the top, and it spreads downwards. Interes
Former Pussycat Dolls member Nicole Scherzinger, who’s currently wowing audiences on Broadway in Sunset Blvd. , recently found herself in hot water over a social media post. It all started when she commented on a photo shared by comedian Russell Brand, who was sporting a red hat similar to Trump’s “
Imagine if Hurricane Harvey or Ida just hit your neighborhood. Do you think everyone would bounce back at the same speed? As it turns out, there's quite a bit of variety in how people get their lives back to normal after a big disaster like a hurricane. A recent study took a really close look at wha
A recent incident near Columbia University's School of Social Work highlighted some underlying biases among students. Instead of encouraging open discussions, fear and a lack of diversity seemed to hold them back. However, the situation presented an opportunity to learn and grow. Incorporating these
Celebrities often wield significant influence in American politics, thanks to their fame and popularity. Their endorsements can boost a politician's campaign and garner extensive media attention. However, there's a catch: the political preferences of celebrities' followers might not align with the c
You might think religion brings people together, right? Well, it can, but it can also do the opposite. Just like we've seen with racial segregation, religious segregation is a big deal. It can lead to misunderstandings, cultural clashes, and even violence. But how much do we really know about this?
Imagine you have two kinds of thoughts about something: your inner feelings and your public statements. This is called dual opinions. Inner feelings come from personal experiences, while public statements depend on what others think. Researchers studied how these two types of opinions change when pe
Australian leaders have a big plan. They want to stop kids under 16 from using popular social media sites like X, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. This isn't just one state, but the whole country! Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls it a world-first. He thinks these sites are hurting young Austral
