Man, Interrupting
Do men interrupt more than women? Why? A look at the research on gender and interrupting.
A Conversation with Alexander Chee
While fact-checking his critically acclaimed novel about an enigmatic soprano of the Paris Opera , Chee happened upon a piece of information on JSTOR he could not ignore.
Who was Max Planck?
Max Planck was a German physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918.
Happy Birthday, Hubble Telescope!
This year, the Hubble Telescope celebrates its 26th year in space.
Shakespeare: Dead or Alive?
Shakespeare's authorship has been questioned by many, including Mark Twain.
We Didn’t Start the Fire (Neanderthals Did)
Fire was once thought to be a strictly human technology, but new discoveries show that Neanderthals could wield it.
Put This Poem in Your Pocket
The Academy of American Poets has declared it Poem in Your Pocket Day. We’re not complaining; we’re suggesting you ...
Why We Actually Need Our Allergies
Allergies may be annoying, but they might also protect us from environmental toxins.
Tracing General Hannibal’s Path Across The Alps. In Poop.
A new study traces Hannibal's path across the Alps by examining preserved horse poop.
Why Myanmar Jailed Mangrove Activists
Activists in Myanmar took action against Mangrove deforestation. Why were they jailed?