Protests seem contagious when they erupt in several countries at the same time. But new research shows that unrest rarely…
Blockchain technology was supposed to make trust unnecessary – but that turns out not to be true. Most people will want…
A Cold War era treaty helped dismantle more than 2,500 missiles between the US and Russia.
As politically polarized as the country may seem, when it comes to marijuana, Americans across the spectrum have changed…
Since 1982, presidents have invited special guests to the State of the Union who they believe embody values around which…
Parents have engaged in forms of 'sharenting' for generations. The digital age has complicated things, but while…
A recent study found that many people who have survived a cancer diagnosis do not like to be called 'survivor.'…
Virtual private network companies make lots of promising claims about their services. Most people don't have the skills…
Polls suggest that the majority of Americans think climate change is real, is caused by humans and needs to be addressed.…
Many states are planning to introduce Bible literacy classes in schools. These classes have a long and acrimonious history.
Jamal Khashoggi's brutal murder happened at a consulate, a space not subject to the laws of the host country, Turkey.…
When you think of viruses, you might think of the horrible illnesses they cause, like flu or Ebola. But now researchers…
When an elected leader turns autocratic, the economy tends to suffer. That's because, in a functioning democracy, economic…
In the excitement of the Super Bowl and other major sporting events, fans often forget themselves – and their voices.…
Facebook's focus on personalizing ads has created new tools for businesses to interact with customers and to connect…
When it snows, it pours – but why do municipalities treat the roads with salt? A chemist explains how salt affects water…
A measles outbreak is causing major concern in a Washington county where only 22 percent of children are vaccinated against…
Layering on winter gear is annoying. But with temperatures reaching minus 50 in some parts of the country, it is essential…
Even though young leaders and old leaders may have different approaches, one isn't necessarily better than the other.…