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Study on wealthy behavior wins Ig Nobel prize

Research suggesting rich people are more likely to steal sweets has been recognized by the 2026 Ig Nobel prizes.

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  1. Are rich people really worse behaved? Here’s the science – video The Guardian Business ·

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  • Ig Nobel prizes
  • Ian Sample
  • Madeleine Finlay