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...networks in which these effects operate is much larger than previously thought. His research, for example, shows that geographical distance between individuals in the network doesn't seem to weaken behavioral influences. That means that prevention and treatment programs for health-related behaviors such as quitting smoking, losing weight and exercising could become more efficient by taking advantage of the network effect. "The wonderful property of social networks is that they augment what you seed them with, so if you can seed a network with a smoking cessation program, you will get multiplicative power in getting results." When it comes...
...movie becomes an ensemble piece, with a dozen or so character actors carrying the storyline. In other words, Changeling is exactly as good as its makings. By the end, with its purposeful accumulation of depravities, both individual and institutional, Eastwood's non-style has paid off; the story's weight could come close to burying you in despair...
...marriage legislation on the concerns of specific religious congregations, so long as legislation does not require these faiths to act against their principles. Since any church, temple or mosque can continue to marry only a man and a woman without breaking the law, religious objections should hold little weight. Ultimately, this ruling publicly places same-sex couples on equal ground as heterosexual spouses, an action that actively combats homophobia and protects civil rights. Using the same word—“marriage”—to describe both types of union de-emphasizes differences between...
...thrilled” about the California decision. “It has far-reaching effects. It’s wonderful for California, but it’s also wonderful beyond California,” he said. “The decision carries a lot of weight.” He added, “More important than the decision itself is showing why same-sex marriage is no different than marriage between a man and a woman.” Much of the Harvard student body also received the news warmly. “I’m really excited...
...with broader appeal, it is picking an ideal entry point: the training-shoe market is ripe for a revival. Nike popularized cross-trainers in the late '80s and early '90s with its famous "Bo Knows" campaign, which depicted the multisport star Bo Jackson playing hoops, football and tennis and weight-lifting in his Nikes. Since that heyday, the sporting life has become more specialized but training more diverse...