Karen Hopkin: This is Scientific American’s 60-Second Science. I’m Karen Hopkin. After an exhausting day at the office, it’s hard not to smile when you’re greeted by a delirious display of ...

Watery eyes can be more than just an emotional response. When your eyes frequently tear up throughout the day, it often signals underlying issues that require attention. From common environmental ...

Even the most devoted cat owner might despair when razor-sharp claws tear up furnishings, but scientists have now found that ...

Last December an Instagram Reel of a “crying” bison—created by photographer Chris Henry—went viral. The video has received more than eight million views and generated thousands of comments. But can ...

Crying is a natural bodily response to emotions like sadness or joy, as well as stress and pain. It's completely normal and nothing to be ashamed of, but crying doesn't come easily for everyone. Ever ...

If you tear up during movies, you are not alone. I know this because I am one of those people who reads a book or watches a movie or television show, and will bawl my eyes out when something emotional ...