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As the pandemic raged in April, churchgoers in Ohio defied warnings not to congregate. But what do psychologists have to say about strong beliefs in a god?

Here are the stories behind the most amazing images in the world of science this week. A recap of the coolest photos featured on Live Science.

Young adults aren’t drinking as much as they used to.

The more religious a country or state, the bigger the gap in earnings between men and women.

It turns out that survival of the fittest may be an overrated concept.

Climate change, nuclear arms control, the pandemic and more will be determined by whoever wins the White House and Congress.

While it is possible the polls will misfire, it’s exceedingly unlikely that such failure would cause the opinion research industry to implode or wither away.

Here is the science behind 13 Halloween horrors come to life.

This parasite may manipulate your brain to make you take more risks.

A curious bunny named Elinor explores Animal Town with her friends, in an endearing new PBS series that teaches kids how to find answers about science and nature.

Toys advertised as teaching STEM aren't always proven, but these recommendations have science to back them up.

Personality isn't fixed

Mail-in voting does not seem to promote one political party over another, nor does it seem subject to rampant fraud, as President Trump has claimed.

Staying at home has mixed effects on gender equality.

If you're a science geek like us, you'll love the new and improved Live Science merch store, where you can get all of your science-y gear, from t-shirts and mugs to tote bags and stickers.

Do non-human animals have consciousness, too?

Pandemics, climate change, artificial intelligence: these are just some of the wide-ranging threats to humanity's survival. But they all have one factor in common...