As leaders rise through the ranks, they also rise in perceived authority. That often creates what's known as power distance—a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Cheryl Robinson covers areas of leadership, pivoting and careers. Leadership is often associated with qualities like ...

Who doesn’t love a well-crafted, funny meme? It’s an instant source of good vibes that can turn any dull day into a few ...

By ALBERT STUMM Melanin Bee curves her spine like a stretching cat as she lets out a maniacal, forced laugh. The quick-fire ...

Testing involves scanning the brains of healthy participants and then subjecting them to a database of funny words, ...

Goodbye, 2025. Hello, 2026! Kick off the year with a laugh (or two) by telling these hilarious New Year's jokes.

One of the most common sayings about humor is that “laughter is the best medicine.” While it’s definitely not a cure-all, medical research supports the positive physical effects of laughter and humor.

We have all been the focus of others’ laughter, whether inspired by something we said or something we did. There are occasions, however, when others’ laughter is expressed not in response to what ...

“HUMOR can be dissected, as a frog can,” E. B. White once warned, “but the thing dies in the process and the innards are discouraging to any but the pure scientific mind.” Until recently, many ...

My husband, Don, likes to say that he needs to laugh every day (but only cry once or twice a year). I appreciate and admire his good nature, and I’m sure his ability to see the humor in life helps him ...

The fundamental view of humor differs across cultures. Source: Felix Rostig/ Unsplash Have you ever heard a joke that made you burst into laughter while your immigrant friend had a straight face?

Laughter isn’t just the best medicine—it’s the ultimate connection. And let’s face it, some people have a natural knack for ...