Viewfinder: A Volcano Erupts in Indonesia
Indonesian villagers watch as Mount Sinabung volcano erupts in Karo, North Sumatra, on October 24th, 2017.
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The CDC Defends Its New Anti-Opioid Ad Campaign
Experts thought the campaign wouldn't work, but the agency says it has its reasons.
The Key Component of Mindfulness That Lowers Stress
New research finds a mindfulness mobile app really works—so long as the program focuses on acceptance.
Viewfinder: Protesting the Draft in Israel
Israeli security forces break up a protest of ultra-Orthodox Jews with water cannons in Jerusalem on October 23rd, 2017.
Firearm Injuries Rise in California After Nevada Gun Shows
New research points to the inherent limitations of state-level firearm-control laws.
Viewfinder: A General Election in Japan
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party's newly elected lower house parliament member Takeaki Matsumoto celebrates his victory with supporters on October 22nd, 2017, in Himeji, Japan.
The Week in Photos: From an Election in Austria to a Rally in Kenya
A round-up of images from Viewfinder, Pacific Standard's daily photo feature.
Living Near a Forest Is Linked to Better Brain Health
Living near the urban-forest interface agrees with our amygdala.
Viewfinder: Diwali Celebrations in India
Indian Sikh devotees light candles to mark Bandi Chhor Divas, or Diwali, at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on October 19th, 2017.
With Concealed-Carry Laws, the Danger Is in the Details
New research finds states that do not give law enforcement discretion in granting permits have higher homicide rates.