Alfred E. Neuman was the mascot of MAD Magazine having appeared on the cover of every single issue. The culture of humor and laughter at MAD sparked creativity. (Photo by Kevin Sullivan/Digital First ...

Ever wonder why a shared laugh or witty remark can spark attraction? Humor does more than lighten the mood—it may reveal clues about a person’s creativity. Research by Erika Langley and Michelle ...

If there is one thing that the specter of “creative A.I.” is good at inspiring, it’s high volumes of dubious claims about A.I. and creativity. Most recently, there’s been some buzz that A.I. has ...

In my previous posts, I discussed the unique characteristics and experiences of comedians. In this post, I would like to discuss two traits that are somewhat related to each other: intelligence and a ...

Can machines do comedy? While AI programs can now write essays, generate code, and even mimic art, making people laugh is a whole different challenge because creating humor isn’t just about creativity ...

A new study examining meme creation found that AI-generated meme captions on existing famous meme images scored higher on average for humor, creativity, and “shareability” than those made by people.

A playful activity book full of silly prompts, coloring pages, and creative fun for kids, families, and overthinking ...

Development teams may build cool stuff, but the sales teams are vital for the success of Chicago’s tech ecosystem. If you’re looking for a job in tech, getting into sales may be your best bet. We ...

In today’s high-pressure business environment, leadership demands more than operational excellence or strategic foresight. It requires emotional intelligence, authenticity and the ability to build ...

Halloween has always been the one night where imagination takes the lead. Every year, people push boundaries with costumes that blend humor, creativity, and cultural references in unexpected ways. A ...

Many of the signs held up by Myanmar’s protestors in the pro-democracy movement are in English, signifying how much the country has opened up to the world after being isolated for decades. The signs ...