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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Revealed: The key sign your partner is a NARCISSIST
From a constant need for attention to always checking their looks in the mirror, there are plenty of signs that your partner might be a narcissist. But if you really want to know the secrets of someone's psychology, scientists say there is one surprising sign you should look for. Psychologists from Georgia Southern University compared narcissistic traits to how people felt about their favourite celebrities. And if your partner is an Oasis superfan or a die-hard Swifty, then it might be bad news. The researchers found that the more someone admires celebrities, the more likely they are to have a trait called 'vulnerable narcissism'. That means they are more likely to have a fragile ego, a deep fear of rejection, low self-esteem, and a preoccupation with self-image. This was also true for people who saw themselves as more alike with their favourite celebrity. The more vulnerable narcissist traits someone had, the more similar in terms of appearance, behaviour, and personality someone thought they were to a celeb. Previous studies have suggested that celebrity culture is having a growing impact on individual psychology. As we are more exposed to public figures through platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, the lives of celebrities have begun to feel much closer to our own. Some researchers believe that these one-sided relationships, known as parasocial interactions, could have a big impact on someone's self-image and emotional well-being. To investigate this connection, researchers from Georgia Southern University recruited 215 mainly female undergraduate students and surveyed them on their values and attitudes. Each participant answered questions about their feelings towards celebrities, materialistic values and narcissistic traits, alongside questions about how similar they felt they were to their favourite celeb. Celebrity worship was measured on a scale, known as the Celebrity Attitude Scale, ranging from low levels of admiration for their work to intense obsessions. At the highest end of the scale, the focus on a celebrity veered into potentially dangerous territory with an expression of willingness to commit crimes for them. Narcissism, meanwhile, was measured in both its forms - the more emotionally sensitive vulnerable narcissism and the more assertive grandiose narcissism. Unlike vulnerable narcissists, grandiose narcissists are characterised by their exaggerated self-confidence, charisma, sense of entitlement, and inflated sense of self-importance. The analysis, published in the International Journal of Psychology, revealed that only the vulnerable form of narcissism was significantly related to celebrity worship. 'Notably, perceived similarity and vulnerable narcissism were uniquely predictive of celebrity worship,' they wrote. Previous studies have suggested that the type of car you drive can also indicate you might be a narcissist. Analysis of 2,000 motorists revealed that BMW drivers show the most narcissistic tendencies. Meanwhile, people who opted for personalised licence plates were also more likely to score highly for narcissism. BELIEVE IN CONSPIRACY THEORIES? YOU'RE PROBABLY A NARCISSIST, RESEARCHERS SAY People who doubt the moon landings are more likely to be selfish and attention-seeking, according to a 2015 study. Over the course of three online-based studies, researchers at the University of Kent showed strong links between the belief in conspiracy theories and negative psychological traits. Writing in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science, the team explained: 'Previous research linked the endorsement of conspiracy theories to low self-esteem.' In the first study, a total of 202 participants completed questionnaires on conspiracy beliefs, asking how strongly they agreed with specific statements, such as whether governments carried out acts of terrorism on their own soil. Alongside this, they were asked to complete a narcissist scale and a self-esteem assessment. The results showed that those people who rated highly on the narcissism scale and who had low self-esteem were more likely to be conspiracy believers.
Irish Independent
20-07-2025
- Irish Independent
New Ross historical society to welcome distinguished guest for next lecture
On Thursday, July 24 at 8 p.m., the lecture will highlight those who emigrated from County Wexford and helped build Savannah in 19th Century. Kehoe, Rossiter, Doyle, Corish, Furlong and many more household names who are descendants of Wexford families are acknowledged as emigrants to that area and New Ross, Ireland's furthest inland port in Ireland was the centre of emigration, before and after the famine. Wealthy ship owning families like the Howlett, Graves, Doyle, and Galavan families traded from New Ross, which further links the historical town with various places all over the world. Dr. Howard J. Keeley PhD. is Assistant Professor and Director of the Irish Research and Teaching at Georgia Southern University in USA and Director of the Wexford Campus Initiative in Wexford, who is also well known for his vast research into emigration from the southeast of Ireland over the last two centuries, is due to appear at the lecture and give an insight into the topic while on his trip to Ireland. The society described the upcoming event as 'an illustrated lecture not to be missed'.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'It ain't ever been country music': Gavin Adcock riles up Beyonce fans about Cowboy Carter album
Georgia country artist Gavin Adcock, a Watkinsville native, is making headlines again, this time not for a viral stunt or chart-topping single, but for his take on Beyoncé's acclaimed country album Cowboy Carter. During a recent concert, the 26-year-old expressed frustration over the album ranking above his own on the Apple Music Country charts. "That s*** ain't country music and it ain't ever been country music, and it ain't gonna be country music," Adcock said. The crowd erupted in cheers as he followed up with his next song, which he called "some Southern f***ing rock." This shows the growing split in country music over what counts as 'real' country, especially when pop stars step in. Some of Beyonce's fans are outraged, even bringing race into it. Some of the comments under the post included: "Explain to me how 'Cowboy Carter' isn't a country album????? What elements is it missing outside of the hue of the singer?!?" "Tell country music to stop using Hip Hop and R&B beats" "Well, that is a country album, and she is doing country, because if it isn't, then Dolly wouldn't be considered country." "Man's upset that she's a better country artist than he is." "UUUUUUUUUUUUUM………. does he not know where COUNTRY music came from? racist mf." Adcock grew up in Oconee County, Georgia. Before he became a full-time recording artist, Adcock played football at Georgia Southern University, where he was a walk-on athlete. In September 2021, Adcock was suspended and removed from the team following a viral video showed him standing on top of a moving school bus and chugging a beer before a game. While the incident drew criticism, it also cemented his reputation as a wild-hearted Southern rebel, something his fans have come to embrace. Today, he's better known for songs like 'Deep End,' 'Ain't No Cure,' and 'A Cigarette." Adcock is currently on tour and will come to the Peach State in October, 2025: The Blue Room, Statesboro: Oct. 16 Akins Ford Arena, Athens: Oct. 17 For more about this country star and Georgia Native, visit Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@ This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: What did Gavin Adcock say about Beyonce? Comments rile up Bey Hive
Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Miami Herald
‘SharkFest' researcher sentenced in Florida for a $453,000 scheme
A shark researcher who stole more than $450,000 from a nonprofit with Florida ties will spend years in prison and decades on probation. Christine Bedore, 45, a former biology professor featured on National Geographic's 'SharkFest,' pleaded no contest Tuesday in a Manatee County courtroom to felony charges of scheming to defraud and fraudulent use of personal identification, according to court records. Investigators say she spent five years siphoning money from the American Elasmobranch Society, a shark research nonprofit with a Bradenton mailing address. Judge Matt Whyte sentenced Bedore to three years in prison, followed by 27 years of probation. She must also pay $452,953 in restitution, including $20,000 paid to the organization in court on Tuesday, court records show. Police say Bedore had served as the nonprofit's treasurer since 2018 and used its accounts to cover personal expenses such as medical procedures, a vehicle, pet insurance, subscription services, travel and entertainment. An arrest report details several of those transactions, including an $8,000 down payment on a used Jeep, nearly $13,000 for oral surgery and more than $38,000 in Amazon purchases. Investigators say the stolen funds were intended to support research on sharks and rays. Financial documents also show Bedore used the nonprofit's money to buy lab specimens and equipment for her academic work at Georgia Southern University, where she was employed at the time. Shark researcher convicted in Bradenton Bedore was previously featured on National Geographic as part of the 2022 series When Sharks Attack 360, according to a Facebook post by Georgia Southern University's Biology Department. Several members of the American Elasmobranch Society, including student researchers, attended Tuesday's hearing, according to a news release. In a statement provided to police, the organization said it was ready to move forward after what it described as a financially and emotionally damaging ordeal. 'This will allow us to focus on our efforts to rebuild AES finances and restore the trust and confidence of our community of dedicated shark and ray scientists, especially our young student members who were particularly wronged by the defendant's actions,' the organization said. 'We are hopeful that this judgment represents the start of a good-faith effort by the defendant to accept responsibility and show remorse for her actions and work towards rebuilding her life.'
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Police arrest suspect in shooting on GA university campus
Georgia Southern University police have arrested a suspect in a shooting that happened Tuesday on the school's Savannah campus. Police say neither the suspect nor the victim is an enrolled student and that they both knew each other. The shooting happened in the Residential 1 parking lot. The suspect was arrested at an off-campus site and charged with aggravated assault. Other charges may be filed in the future. After the shooting on Tuesday, students on the Savannah campus were told to shelter in place. About an hour later, at around 9 p.m., police determined there was no immediate threat to students and they were given the 'all clear' alert. GSU's main campus is located in Statesboro, about 57 miles northwest of Savannah. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 'I have plans for that money': Woman says Truist Bank is holding $30,000 of her money hostage Kemp signs bill that could make Fulton County residents foot the bill for Trump's GA legal fees EPA announces rollback on forever chemical limits. What that means for your drinking water [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
