Behind the Scenes: Off the Map
An introduction to our special issue on borders and boundaries.
Primer
There's a Name for That: Social Identity Theory
Identities that govern seemingly innate experiences, such as the taste of food—or even racial bias—can be harnessed to create positive social change.
The Borders of Dissent
Efforts to contain protests inevitably create boundaries—and raise questions about restricting free speech.
The Next 10 Years of Pacific Standard
A letter from the editor on the evolution of our magazine.
Behind the Scenes: A Note From the Newsroom
On the making of our feature story concerning the deadly business of building oil and gas pipelines.
Overheard: The Conversation, in Context
"Same-sex marriage is everywhere, all of the time. One cannot hide from it."
DNA Diets
So far, attempts to optimize our diets based on our DNA have not panned out.
Desegregated Playtime Gives Heart Health a Boost
It's less likely you'll expand your waistline if you're expanding your horizons.
A Letter From Magnum Photos
Introducing our collaborative August 2018 photo issue.
No Place Like Home: A Letter From Our Creative Director
Introducing Pacific Standard's collaborative August 2018 photo issue.
Since We Last Spoke: The Stubborn Gender Gap
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
The Shifting Demographics of Domestic Violence
New research shows that current boyfriends or girlfriends are more likely than spouses to engage in certain types of violent behavior.
Since We Last Spoke: The End of Locker-Room Talk as We Know It
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
Since We Last Spoke: Fewer 'Get Out of Jail Free' Cards to Go Around
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
There's a Name for That: The Imp of the Perverse
Experiencing unpleasant intrusive thoughts is a common, and unthreatening, phenomenon, but how we deal with it can be dangerous.
Anatomy of a Fact: A Note on Uncertainty
Deciphering what counts as true in our post-truth era.
Don't Take Personality Tests Personally
Rigorous study of the Fisher Temperament Inventory is still in its infancy—much like our understanding of the relationship between neurobiology and personality to begin with.
Air Pollution Linked to Delinquent Behavior
Underprivileged kids growing up in congested cities must overcome many handicaps; this study suggests one of them is the very air they breathe.
Since We Last Spoke: More Evidence of the Benefits of Depo-Provera
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
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Since We Last Spoke: A Tool to Tackle Sexual Assault on College Campuses
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
Overheard: The Conversation, in Context
"Sticks and stones may break some bones, but harassment can hurt forever."
Since We Last Spoke: Why It's So Dangerous to Send Salvadoran Immigrants Back Home
Updates to stories from the Pacific Standard archive.
Behind the Scenes: Getting Sentimental About Science
"Science is no longer about the quest for knowledge. Now it's about fixing problems. But just limiting science to fixing problems also limits your chances of making big discoveries."