One Black Texas family’s Juneteenth memories show how food became a powerful expression of emancipation, self-determination and remembrance.
Local needs, political tensions and corporate power all get involved in the democratic processes by which Americans govern their communities.
People don’t usually plan to hold onto their old devices, but that’s what many end up doing. Better information about recycling…
Midsummer celebrations throughout Europe coincide with the solstice. Many blend pre-Christian and Christian traditions.
As the rate of obesity in the US rises, transplant centers are debating whether to accept organ donations from the obese. A new study suggests that oversized hearts are safe to use.
Heat waves do more than dry out vegetation that can easily burn. They also play a role in lightning strikes, particularly…
Cancer deaths in the US have dropped steeply since 1991. But the medical and public health advances leading to…
Many steps that are good for clean energy also dovetail with federal priorities, from affordable housing to data…
