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Everyone (in Southern California) Is a Valley Girl
New research reveals that most college-age people in Southern California—regardless or sex or socioeconomic background—use uptalk.
Jesus Christ: History’s Most Successful Meme
With their new book Who's Bigger? Where Historical Figures Really Rank, Steven Skiena and Charles Ward try to quantify history's most significant human beings.
Was There a Golden Age of Christmas in America?
Yes. But if the Christmas culture warriors took an honest look at the history of this holiday in our country they may not like what they find.
Compulsory Monogamy in ‘The Hunger Games’
Imagine if Katniss Everdeen didn't have to choose between Peeta and Gale.
Report Paints Grim Picture of Arts, Culture Economy
Production of cultural goods and services took a huge hit with the recession, and has been slow to rebound.
In Defense of SPAM
For something that's often never been consumed by its detractors, why does the canned meat inspire so much disgust?
Remember When Jews Dominated Professional Basketball?
There are only so many sports you can grow up playing in the inner city.
Who Believes in Bigfoot?
While the origins of the mythical beast are based around a hoax, today's believers are a varied, discriminating bunch.
How ‘The Hunger Games’ Got Cool
In just over a year, the young-adult book series has become a widespread cultural touchstone.