How Collective Narcissism Helps Explain Trump
The perception that your group is losing ground relative to others can propel a dangerous spiral into populist nationalism.
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The History of School Lunches
American school-lunch policy has always been at the mercy of broader ideological trends, from patriotic militarism to corporate neoliberalism.
Viewfinder: Vehicle Preparation at the World Solar Challenge in Australia
A team member from the Netherlands prepares their vehicle, "Nuna9," for racing on day two of the 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge on October 9th, 2017, in Dunmarra, Australia.
The Week in Photos: From a Memorial in Nevada to a Swim in Somalia
A round-up of images from Viewfinder, Pacific Standard's daily photo feature.
Bee-Harming Pesticides Show Up in Honey Samples
The agriculture industry's widespread use of pesticides is poisoning one of its most important pollinators.
Cash for Creativity
New research finds a monetary reward inspires innovation far more than the promise of public recognition.
Viewfinder: Soccer Fans in Syria
Syrians celebrate in Damascus' Umayyad Square on October 5th, 2017, after Syria's national soccer team scored in its match against Australia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 qualifier.
The Cognitive Benefits of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding may not make bright kids brighter, but it apparently does benefit the kids who could most use a boost.
Viewfinder: Rohingya Muslim Refugees Arrive in Bangladesh
Rohingya Muslim refugees look at the hundreds of tents filling a refugee camp in Bangladesh's Ukhiya district on October 4th, 2017.
Can Algorithms Put a Stop to Partisan Gerrymandering?
Researchers are developing algorithms to draw non-partisan district maps.