"Everybody lies," may not be true, but "some people lie a lot more than others" is certainly so. However, as a recent Israeli-Dutch study found, even those people who lie often tend to be honest about their lying habits.

It may not feel like it, with conflict blasting through our screens 24/7, but a study from Tel Aviv University has shown that war is on the decline and that we are actually living in the most peaceful time in human history. The reason: Peace is more profitable than war.

Completing a triathlon is one of the hardest feats in sports and, as is the case with many physical competitions, requires a high pain endurance threshold. Researchers who studied triathletes have found that they feel pain differently than other people, experiencing it with less intensity.

Twitter citizens, your rambling tweets are serving a noble cause! A new study from Israel, Britain and Italy says that collecting information on Twitter related to transportation problems following large events - such as football matches - provides a goldfield of data.

Playing your favorite music while driving might not be such a great idea, according to one study. BGU researchers have found that teen drivers are more likely to make mistakes when listening to their favorite music while softer background music increases safety.

Honesty is important in all facets of life, but when it comes to a superior's relationship with their subordinates even more so. A recent Israeli study has shown that if you want the honest answer, you should ask earlier in the week.

Many studies have said breastfeeding positively impacts on child development and health, including protection against illness. Now, researchers from Tel Aviv University have shown that breastfeeding also helps protect against ADHD.

A potentially groundbreaking study was for the first time able to predict a person's suicidal tendencies with a simple blood test. The researchers found that suicidal patients have significantly higher platelet numbers than non-suicidal patients.

Though the technical side of being a doctor is complex enough, many doctors admit that the hardest part of their jobs is talking to their patients about dying. A new Israeli-Canadian study suggests doctors should be specially trained for the task.

A recent Israeli study on Parkinson's has shown surprising results. According to the researchers, some Parkinson's treatments have an "artistic" effect on patients, who can go on to become great artists in various fields.

The emblem of Israel is a Menorah with two olive branches. A recent study done at the Hebrew University has shown that the iconic olive tree may also be part of the solution to a burning global issue – desertification.

Fish oil is commonly used as a nutritional supplement, for its high levels of Omega 3 and antioxidants. Now, Israeli researchers have found another healthy perk of fish oil – pain relief for people suffering from bedsores.

Many smokers find it hard or even impossible to quit. While the health risks of smoking are well-known, a new study from Tel Aviv University shows that people who reduce the number of cigarette they smoke, rather than quit altogether, can also improve their health.

Modern psychology has always operated under the assumption that a person must be conscious to solve mathematical problems or understand sentences they're reading. However, a new study conducted at the Hebrew University could change that assumption completely.

The human bone marrow contains stem cells which act as "reinforcements" when the body lacks a certain type of blood cell. These precious cells, as a new Israeli study reveals, are so important to the human body, that the body actually assigns each cell with its own personal body guard.