‘The Winner’s Curse’ Review: Irrational Actors

The anomalies studied by behavioral economists suggest that logic is rarely the most important factor in decisions.
Times-Standard on MSNOpinion

You and the Law | How to protect yourself and others from a troubled adult child

This case of a violent and entitled adult son whose parents are in denial is an example of the extreme risks some parents ...
Greek Reporter

Ancient Persians Debated Major Decisions Twice, Once Drunk and Once Sober

The Persians decided on important matters by debating major issues twice, once while sober and again while drunk.
Psychology Today

The Strange Logic of Loss

Loss and grief can cause cloudy thinking, intrusive images, or problems with attention and memory. If a loved one is now ...

How should Canada handle the new, irrational United States?

We are not dealing with rational actors down south, but as Canada responds, we must not fall victim to irrational thinking ...

New year’s resolutions: optimism bias can perpetuate irrational behaviours

Considering all potential obstacles and challenges reduces overconfidence and helps focus on what what we can realistically ...
CarBuzz

Mercedes-Benz Buyers Were Nowhere Near Ready For This Unhinged Minivan

The mid-2000s was a gloriously speculative era when companies experimented far more than they may do today. This potent ...
SB Nation on MSN

Game Preview #32 – Timberwolves vs. Nets

December 27th, 2025Time: 7:00 PM CSTLocation: Target CenterTelevision Coverage: FanDuel Sports Network – NorthRadio Coverage: ...

Schenectady lawmakers thought pick for vacant seat was secret. Then mayor pulled prewritten veto.

Schenectady city leaders on Thursday are slated to hold a budget adoption vote and discuss plans to appoint a new council ...

Man Promises Neighbor He Will Take in Her Package While She's Away for the Holidays, but His Girlfriend Says He's 'Not Allowed'

One man promised his neighbor to accept one of her packages while she was away, but his girlfriend was far from happy about ...

Timothée Chalamet Recalls Thinking ‘Could You Imagine If This Is How I Go Out?’ While Interviewing Kendrick Lamar During Drake Beef

Timothée Chalamet has marshaled giant sandworms in Dune, corralled spoiled kids in Wonka and wrestled Bob Dylan’s unique ...

I Thought Once Women Hit a Certain Age, They Didn’t Have to Worry About This in Bed. I Was Very Wrong.

I’m a woman, married 20-plus years to a man. For most of my marriage, I have been using a copper IUD for birth control. For a long time, our understanding was that once we were done having kids, my ...