Why Disease Hits Harder After Disasters in Developing Nations
A lot depends on the nutritional and health status of disaster victims before disaster struck.
What a Trip to Mars Could Do to People’s Brains
The preliminary science suggests Marstronauts are going to need some protection.
Why Did the American Psychological Association Approve Its Members to Oversee Torture?
A new report finds that APA officials worked with the Bush administration to draft a permissive policy for its members to oversee national security interrogations.
The Long History of Jeans in Women’s Protest
Jeans may be ubiquitous now, but there's a reason why the Denim Day organizers chose them as their symbol.
What School Closures Mean for Baltimore
As businesses and schools close in Baltimore, some of the most important organizations remain open.
The Natural Human Psychology Behind Being Anti-GMO
It's normal and natural to be disgusted by GMOs, but that doesn't mean it's right.
The Rise and Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch, as Told Through Its Patents
The patents track the store's shift from selling gear to selling an image and lifestyle, a strategy that's common to many modern apparel brands.
Don’t Give in to Slacktivism, Donate to Nepal Relief Efforts Now
Research shows people are much less likely to give to disaster relief efforts long after a galvanizing "start" date.
The Gap Between Overdose Deaths and Narcan Use in Rural America
More rural EMTs need to be able to give out the overdose-reversing medicine when they go out on calls.
A Short Reading List for Defining Genocide
The word was created to have a set, legal definition so that perpetuators could be prosecuted for their crimes.