A Look at Who Gets Abortions, Worldwide
Results from a new analysis help quantify the need for reliable birth control around the world.
American Police and Prisons Are Failing the Mentally Ill
Those with severe mental conditions are more likely to be incarcerated, and less likely to be granted opportunities such as parole.
Cook Islands: The Tiny Island Nation Developing a Huge New Marine Park
Kevin Iro grew up in Auckland, New Zealand, but once he was in grade school, his family began…
The Fall of America’s Public-Sector Unions
Yesterday's Supreme Court tie is a win for union supporters, but how did public-sector unions get in such a precarious position in the first place?
How to Build a Mosque in Brussels
Brussels leaders have long sought to make its Muslim communities invisible, but haven't openly acknowledged that was their goal.
How America Forgot About the Lead in Its Water
In the mid-1980s, a raft of new research found America's children also ingested lead from paint chips and dust, shifting the public focus from tap water to paint.
How Breastfeeding-Friendly Is Your State?
State laws can make a big difference as to how easy it is for mothers to breastfeed their babies for as long as pediatricians recommend.
America: Ready for Gay Parenting, Still Scared of Gay Sex
A look into America's changing views about love and family.
Why Xena’s Lesbian Love Matters
Xena: Warrior Princess was a flawed, but crucial role model for many lesbian fans in the 1990s.