It was supposed to boost prosperity and democracy at the same time. What really happened? According to the legal scholar Anthea Roberts, it depends which story you believe.
What’s the purpose of profanity? Why is cursing on the rise? And will Angela finally swear off swearing?
The philosopher known for his rigorous ethics explains why Steve is leading a morally inconsistent life.
Can a clever new study shed light on one of parenting’s most elusive and contentious questions?
Antibiotics save lives. But what happens when we use them too much? Bapu looks at how changing physician behavior could help prevent a major public health disaster.
One Yale economist certainly thinks so. But even if he’s right, are economists any better?
How should you treat Seasonal Affective Disorder? Would we all be happier if we hibernated? And why does Stephen think football fans have an easier time?
Incarceration has been linked to infectious diseases, mental illness, cancer, and violence. But new research suggests it can extend some people’s lifespans. Bapu investigates the paradox of prison time.
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