Beavers, Hats, and the Fur Trade
Origins of the North American fur trade.
Reproductive Technology, Motherhood, and Feminism
Would advanced reproductive technology advance professional opportunities for women? Early feminist thinkers debate.
Should Education Be Efficient?
What do education leaders mean by "efficient" schools?
What Happens When You Crack Your Knuckles?
Where does the sound of cracking knuckles come from, and is it dangerous?
Debating Birth Control In Pre-Revolutionary France
Attitudes toward birth control in 18th century France.
Father Junípero Serra: His Statue and Contested Legacy
While Father Junípero Serra may earn posthumous canonization this fall, his statue in D.C. may be getting the boot.
The Lusitania Effect
How the Lusitania Effect impacted German-American relations in pre-World War I German.
The Influenza Epidemic of 1918 and Your Ancestors
The Influenza Epidemic of 1918 was a global catastrophe that is estimated to have killed between 40 and 50 million people.
Where There’s Luxury, There’s The Urge to Counterfeit
Why do consumers love counterfeit copies of luxury brands?
Could Day Fines Improve the U.S. Justice System?
Are day fines a possible solution for the U.S. criminal justice system?