What is debt and where did it come from?

Bernie Sanders cites Denmark's social welfare programs as a model. We turn to socialism and see whether he's right.

The answer to the question whether a virus is alive isn't so simple.

How Horace brought to enemies together during WWII and what role the poet played in the post-war cultural identity of Europe.

Mark Vanhoenacker, pilot and onetime PhD candidate in East African history speaks about Skyfaring, his debut book about aviation.

The Cardiff Giant was the greatest hoax in an era of hoaxes.

Oprah Winfrey has recently acquired Weight Watchers. We look at them and other organizations dedicated to weight loss and body image.

Can Volkswagen repair public trust after the scandal? Here's a historical look at the brand-identification associated with the company.

Hamilton, the Lin-Manuel Miranda play, is taking Broadway by storm. Its use of a "race-blind" cast has been unprecedented in modern theater.

We review the research on the correlation between height and cancer risk.