Humans, unfortunately, tend to like stereotypes. Perhaps we prefer a world that is neat and orderly–one that is easily identifiable. Or maybe we like to see meaning and significance where there is ...

It is considered the villain of the animal kingdom - a pilferer obsessed with stealing trinkets. But it appears the magpie has been unfairly maligned all along. For despite its centuries-old ...

At least according to new research from Exeter University. According to a study conducted by the university’s Centre for Research in Animal Behaviour (CRAB), not only do they not steal shiny objects, ...

But the fact of the matter is, there simply isn't enough of them to afford everything without replaying levels over and over. This page is to help you make the most of it, detailing the best areas in ...

Magpies do not steal trinkets and are positively scared of shiny objects, according to new research. The study appears to refute the myth of the “thieving magpie”, which pervades European folklore. It ...

Shiny object syndrome is the phenomenon of being distracted by new and exciting opportunities. For entrepreneurs, this can mean new business ideas, or products or services that aren’t part of their ...

Shiny Objects: Why We Spend Money We Don't Have in Search of Happiness We Can't Buy by James A. Roberts Published November, 2011. According to James A. Roberts, professor of marketing at Baylor, we ...