Lip kissing is an act that’s so natural and common in many present-day societies it is easily taken for granted. But it’s not actually clear whether people have always been kissing, or whether its ...
A kiss is more than just a physical act – it’s a powerful way to express emotions, from love and passion to friendship and respect. Contents1. Top-Of-The-Head Kiss2. The Forehead Kiss3. The Cheek ...
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A married pair of researchers have “set the record straight” on the ancient history of smooching. A Babylonian clay tablet of a nude couple embracing on a bed, circa 1800 B.C. According to a new study ...
Kissing, for all popularity, is a bit of a mystery. Scientists have long debated when humans’ ancestors first put their lips together, and whether the act is simply a cultural trait. A new study ...
Sophie Lund Rasmussen has received funding from the Edubba Foundation and the Carlsberg Foundation. Troels Pank Arbøll has received funding from the Edubba Foundation and the Carlsberg Foundation. Lip ...