Culture

Same parents, same kitchen, completely different eating habits. Science reveals the fascinating interplay of genes and environment that shapes children's food preferences.

How small grassroots organizations like Moms for Liberty systematically drove Florida to lead the US in book bans for three consecutive years, removing 2,300 books from schools.

Charitable crowdfunding recipients face unexpected tax burdens as IRS rules designed for gig work clash with crisis support, creating new barriers to mutual aid.

The Supreme Court faces a vague federal law that could permanently ban marijuana users from owning guns. The case reveals deeper flaws in Second Amendment jurisprudence.

Mass immigration raids under Trump administration create pandemic-like conditions as immigrant families shelter in place, skip medical care, and pull children from schools across America.

New study reveals beef drives more deforestation than any other commodity, destroying 120 million acres of forest in 20 years. Could changing your diet save the Amazon rainforest?

The largest U.S. military deployment to the Middle East since 2003 Iraq invasion. But what's the real strategy behind the massive show of force against Iran?

AI marketing algorithms that know your location and preferences are being weaponized to influence public opinion on warfare. How much algorithmic influence should democracies tolerate?

From department store credit tokens to today's high-interest debt trap, the surprising political and economic forces that shaped America's credit card industry.

DHS issues subpoenas to identify anonymous social media accounts criticizing ICE. Google, Meta, Reddit comply. Where's the line between national security and free speech?

New Honolulu research reveals how high-end apartment construction creates a 'vacancy chain' that opens housing opportunities for low-income residents across the city.

While young men's struggles dominate headlines, data reveals young women face deeper mental health crises and identity confusion in today's world.