Research suggests that crying is not a sign of weakness, but one of the most sophisticated social technologies in the natural world.

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Terminator: Why do you cry? John Connor: You mean people? Terminator: Yes. John Connor: I don't know. We just cry. You know. When it hurts. Terminator: Pain causes it? John Connor: Uh-uh, no, it's ...

Issue 42 (January 2026) of CURIOUS is out now, bringing you science highlights for the month plus deep dives into intriguing topics, interviews, exclusives, diary dates, and explanations for some of ...

Tears streaming down your face in the middle of a heated argument or a frustrating situation is one of life’s most bewildering and often inconvenient emotional responses. Crying when you're angry ...

We feel it every once in a while: a lump in our throat, a burning in our eyes, and then warm tears welling up in them. Whether it’s joy, grief, awe, or something undefinable, the experience is ...