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.
Were Hobbits Real?
New research suggests that a distinct species, dubbed "hobbits", existed between 17,000 and 95,000 years ago.
Why Japanese Women Don’t Stay in the Workforce
Japanese women exit the workforce at far higher rates than in other developed countries.
Suggested Readings: School Stress, Juking the Stats, and Ninja Sharks
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.
Outfits, Graphics, and the News Room: Why the News Looks the Way It Does
The evolution of the way TV news looks has much to do with principles of modernity and design.
How Advertisers Sold Housework to Housewives
The ad campaigns behind household products emphasized the seriousness of housework.