Global economic policy excludes low-income countries from the spending options that developed nations use to buffer their…
Homer and Aeschylus turned to the divine to write their happy endings. But no gods are conspiring above the US, ready to…
A peace deal brokered by Russia ended the war on Nov. 9, but the rich architectural heritage of the region is still at risk.
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Educators walk an fine line when it comes to marking religious holidays. But in so doing, are they missing an opportunity…
Four years of 'America First' has seen the US retreat from the world. But as a scholar of international relations…
Though hypocrites seemingly relinquish their moral authority, the trial against Socrates shows us that our favoritism for…
The annual pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City will instead be held online due to the pandemic.…
For much of American history, the only December holiday to be recognized in the White House was Christmas, but menorah lightings…
The Justice Department has approved alternatives to lethal injections for federal executions. But no method of capital punishment…
The annual Dec. 5 tradition sees performers don blackface and afro wigs. But a growing number of Dutch citizens believe…
President-elect Joe Biden promised to forgive some part of student debt. An ethicist considers what's fair.
The slave revolt in Berbice, modern-day Guyana, was unusual for its length and near success. So why are so few of the revolt's…
Taiwan has made significant efforts in protecting its environment. A scholar writes about how the country educates its children…
Tens of thousands of people have defied bans on gatherings to protest abortion restrictions. A scholar of democracy says…
Visual depiction of Prophet Muhammad is a sensitive issue for many Muslims. Islamic literature shows how Muslims used textual…
School reforms pushed by French President Emmanuel Macron are aimed at pushing Muslim students into public schools. An expert…
A philosopher writes about why many of us are feeling tired with the constant onslaught of information coming at us.
Reform-minded prosecutors across the US notched victories against traditional law-and-order candidates by running on progressive…
Here's how governments can get more people to follow COVID-19 guidelines.