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Apple fanboys vs. Microsofties: A scientist's verdict

Since embracing Incorrectness, I have noticed that the passion of those who love either Microsoft or Apple seems even to exceed a Goth's passion for black eyeshadow.

The more I have come to know the two sides, the more their mutual stand-off resembles the kind of love-hate continuum embraced nightly by those two remarkably large-headed souls, Fox's Bill O'Reilly and MSNBC's Keith Olbermann.

Now, research led by Professor Semir Zeki of University College London may help to illustrate and explain the inflamed emotions that surround two mere technology brands.

It appears that, although love and hate … Read more

Science finds a way to erase Wall Street's errors

Did you lose a lot of money in the markets over the last two weeks? Do you fear you will lose even more before the bell tolls today?

Please don't worry. Some scientists will soon be able to help you.

Yes, very soon, you will realize that these awful things never happened. You will realize you lost no money. You will realize there was no need for a bailout. You will realize that tomorrow truly is a new day and that yesterday was almost as new as tomorrow.

Whatever people tell you about the future--whether it be investing in … Read more