2020

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  Basketball Bounces Back

  Basketball’s playoffs appeared to be in jeopardy until teams decided to resume play. Learn more about the sport’s connection to social mood.
   
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  Nukes, Hackers and Germs: North Korea’s Expanding War Capabilities

  North Korea is still enriching uranium for nuclear weapons. What has influenced its varying levels of aggression since the end of World War II?
   
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  Firearm Fever

  Purchases of guns in the U.S. are soaring. Socionomists have identified a connection between fear and gun sales during negative-mood trends.
   
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  Sorry Honey, I’m Not in the Mood

  Researchers say Earth is unprepared for a global population crash that will have “jaw dropping” consequences. Birth rates are regulated by social mood.
   
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  Why the Spirit of ’68 is Alive in 2020

  Many cultural observers have noted the parallels between 1968 and 2020: protests, a pandemic, a contentious presidential election, a fierce stock market rally and a historic space launch. But the question remains: why are these two years so similar?
   
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  Election 2020: On a Knife’s Edge

  Forget the polls, betting markets and even the economy. One indicator with a 228-year track record is signaling that this year’s election is a lot closer than you think.
   
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  Who’s for Dinner?

  A new board game follows the experiences of some cannibalistic 19th century pioneers. Games, like other forms of entertainment, are reflections of social mood.
   
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  Energy Companies Targeted in Climate Change Lawsuit

  More than 10 state and city governments have filed climate change lawsuits against energy companies. None have succeeded yet, but could this trend change?
   
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  Will Your Company Survive the Bankruptcy Wave?

  More than 700 companies sought bankruptcy protection in the U.S. in May. Fortify your business or career to give it the best chance to thrive in the bear market.
   
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  Putin Shows His Dark Side … Again

  A decree allows Russia to use nuclear force in the event of a conventional weapons attack. The new law is one more example of Russia’s growing aggression.