Why do people risk their lives – or….
Why do people risk their lives – or the lives of others – for the perfect selfie?
Michael Weigold, University of Florida
2016 hasn’t been a...
What the US can learn from Cuba during Obama’s historic visit
Denise Baden, University of Southampton
As the first US president visits Cuba in 88 years, many Americans hope that Barack Obama’s trip will lead to...
A look inside the Czech Republic’s booming fertility holiday industry
Amy Speier, University of Texas Arlington
In 2008, a friend sent me a link to a Czech company called IVF Holiday. Clicking the link, I...
In a state wrought with racial tension, Jackie Robinson…
In a state wrought with racial tension, Jackie Robinson suited up for his first spring training game
Chris Lamb, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Seventy years ago,...
Labeling people as ‘The mentally ill’ increases stigma
Consider this collection of headlines from national national media outlets over the past few weeks: “Allowing the mentally ill guns is insane,” or “Ranks...
In a New York City neighborhood, the challenges….
In a New York City neighborhood, the challenges – and potential – for America's urban future
Robert Snyder, Rutgers University Newark
When you exit the...
The Paris Agreement:…
The Paris Agreement: the first local global environmental pact
David Cash, University of Massachusetts Boston
Nearly 200 national governments have committed to make cuts in greenhouse...
Hong Kong copyright battle…
Hong Kong copyright battle tests U.S. candidates' commitments to free speech
Peter K. Yu, Texas A&M University
Earlier this week, the Hong Kong legislature resumed...



















