Now you can play Cyberball — a computer game that psychology researchers use to study the effects of social ostracism and hurt feelings. Normally, the game is played by test subjects who are hooked up to some kind of brain scanning system and who are told that they are playing against other test subjects in other rooms. In reality, they (and now you!) are playing against a computer program that is designed to exclude you and make you feel unwelcome. Why would someone design such a thing? For science! Of course. (Via Rowan Hooper)
You can be a loser at the game of social ostracism
As his cars burst into flame, Musk still thinks people will trust his brain chips
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Spectacular selfie of NASA's Orion spacecraft, the Earth, and the Moon
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Give the gift of security with this top-rated indoor camera, with free delivery by Christmas guaranteed
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Looking for a unique gift that'll arrive before Christmas? This Galaxy Lamp might fit the bill.
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Skip the shipping times. Gift someone a new language this season with Rosetta Stone.
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