Who will bury Charles Manson?
If no one claims the remains of cult leader and killer Charles Manson, it's unclear what will happen to his body. Will…
November 22, 2017
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Retail rage: Why Black Friday leads shoppers to behave badly
A retail scholar explains what drives consumers to behave badly on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
November 22, 2017
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If Trump wants nuclear war, virtually no one can stop him
A former diplomat and foreign policy expert explains just how easily the president could bypass objections to war, from…
November 21, 2017
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Anniversary of Konrad Reuland tragedy reminds us of the toll of brain aneurysms
Konrad Reuland's death shocked sports fans and, famously, gave new life to baseball Hall of Famer Rod Carew. But how…
November 21, 2017
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Can withering public trust in government be traced back to the JFK assassination?
In the minds of many, the assassination remains a tragedy cloaked in mystery. How does this lack of closure – and the…
November 21, 2017
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Companies need confidentiality clauses – but not to muzzle sexual abuse victims
Nondisclosure agreements are getting a bad rap these days because they've been used to prevent victims of sexual harassment…
November 21, 2017
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To succeed, large ocean sanctuaries need to benefit both sea life and people
Scientists call large marine protected areas effective tools for conserving sea life. But do they benefit countries that…
November 21, 2017
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Rebuilding the Caribbean will be pricey, but some are actually vying to finance its recovery
Tesla, China and Richard Branson are among those offering to help Caribbean nations rebuild – and do so in a greener,…
November 21, 2017
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Jet fuel from sugarcane? It's not a flight of fancy
Scientists have engineered sugarcane to increase its oil content and are developing renewable jet aircraft fuel from the…
November 20, 2017
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Want to change federal policies? Here's how
One of the best ways to shape public policy is for experts to submit detailed, technical information through the public…
November 20, 2017
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Trophy hunting: 5 essential reads
Is trophy hunting wholesome sport or pointless violence? The Trump administration moved last week to allow imports of trophy…
November 20, 2017
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How advertising shaped Thanksgiving as we know it
At one point, turkey was jockeying with duck and chicken for king of the Thanksgiving table.
November 20, 2017
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Storms hit poorer people harder, from Superstorm Sandy to Hurricane Maria
Five years after Superstorm Sandy, we see how disadvantaged social groups suffered more from the storm before and after…
November 19, 2017
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Diapers, potties and split pants: Understanding toilet training around the world may help parents re
Opening the minds of worried new parents to other ways of raising children may assuage fears that if they fail to 'do…
November 19, 2017
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The dangers and potential of 'natural' opioid kratom
The herb kratom has a large following and is so popular that it is sold in vending machines. The FDA recently issued a public…
November 19, 2017
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A backlash against 'mixed' foods led to the demise of a classic American dish
In the 19th century, puddings were as popular and widespread as pasta dishes are today.
November 19, 2017
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Puerto Rico two months after Maria: 5 essential reads
Scholars answer key questions about Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Huricane Maria, which destroyed the island two months…
November 19, 2017
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Will Puerto Ricans return home after Hurricane María?
For more than half of those leaving Puerto Rico, returning home is still a possibility.
November 17, 2017
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