19 Jul, 2025
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Study: Men’s Crocodile Tears Perceived as More Genuine, Revealing Clues to Spot Deception

Study Finds Men’s ‘Crocodile Tears’ Are More Believable Than Women’s By Xantha Leatham, Executive Science Editor If you’re a man in trouble with your partner, turning on the waterworks might just save the day—but only if you can fake it convincingly. A new study reveals that “crocodile tears” are perceived as more genuine when shed […]

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Study Finds Individuals From Lower-Income Backgrounds Perceived as More Trustworthy Than Wealthier Counterparts

People from poor backgrounds are perceived as more trustworthy than those raised wealthy, according to a University of British Columbia study. Researchers used trust games with fictional profiles to analyze how socioeconomic status influences perceptions. Participants consistently viewed individuals who grew up in lower-class households as more moral and reliable, even if their current financial […]