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Why are watches enduring status symbols?
Watches have been an indicator of status since their invention. Mike Williams asks why
Sad Music
Sad music has become more popular according to a recent study. Why do people listen to it?
Why Do We Fly Flags?
From identity symbols to signalling tools, why human societies are fascinated by flags
Loyalty
Mike Williams asks why are we loyal, and who are we really loyal to?
Portrait Photography
Why do we want to capture human faces?
The Moon
Why has the moon fascinated humans from every culture and for all time?
Honour
People have fought for it and died for it. Why is this notion so powerful?
Perfume
Why do we use perfume and what does it say about us?
Sharing
Why do we share? And, what happens inside our brains when we do?
Nudity
Why does the naked human form provoke such strong reactions?
