How Women Dentists Were Perceived in the 1960s
A look at how women dentists were perceived in the 1960s, emphasizing the overall professional entrance of women in the workplace.
How Meteorology Changed Agriculture Forever
Early meteorology helped farmers predict yield, transforming the agricultural industry.
The Strange Geometric Shapes Scattered Across the Middle East
Like the Nazca lines of Peru, a strange series of shapes have been found in the Middle East. New research has tried to understand their purpose.
The Curious Case of Island-Dwelling Goats
Island ecosystems are precious, precarious beasts, easily overwhelmed by nature's hardiest predator: goats.
The Feminist History of Prohibition
A look at the feminist roots of the temperance movement.
Were Hobbits Real?
New research suggests that a distinct species, dubbed "hobbits", existed between 17,000 and 95,000 years ago.
The History of the Euthanasia Movement
The idea that death should be merciful is not new. Around 1800, pioneers of euthanasia pulled on the legs of those who'd been hanged to hasten their deaths.
Why Japanese Women Don’t Stay in the Workforce
Japanese women exit the workforce at far higher rates than in other developed countries.
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Our pick of stories from around the web that bridge the gap between news and scholarship. Brought to you each Tuesday from the editors of JSTOR Daily.
How the Chinese Fought Discrimination in 19th Century Arizona
Chinese immigrants in the American West faced legal discrimination and fought back against it using other laws.