One of the most underrated sitcoms of the 90s, The Nanny is now available on HBO Max and deserves to be binge-watched.
Enclothed Cognition: The Science of Dressing to Impress
Growing up, we’ve all been taught not to judge a book by its cover. It’s one of those phrases that gets ingrained in you as you get older, along with “don’t talk to strangers” and “look both ways before crossing the street.” Unfortunately, unlike those latter examples, “don’t judge a book by its cover” isn’t […]
4 Iconic Studio Ghibli Characters
Studio Ghibli blends whimsy and relatability to create some of the most distinctive and memorable characters ever made.
7 Feminist Documentaries Everyone Needs to See
Feminism has a long and complicated history. Explore it in these documentaries.
4 Movies and Shows to Watch if You Liked Squid Game
Quench your thirst for eerily relatable dystopian drama while you wait for Season 2 of Squid Game.
A Brief History of AO3, the Internet’s Award-Winning Fanfic Archive
The internet’s most popular fanfic archive is an inclusive (and occasionally horny) community for readers all over the globe.
What Pinterest Is Doing Right About Medical Misinformation
While Facebook and Twitter argue that stopping misinformation is hard, Pinterest has been quietly tackling the issue.
#FreeBritney: A Timeline of Britney Spears’ Conservatorship
The social media movement helped Britney Spears break free of her conservatorship. Here’s a timeline of #FreeBritney.
FYP: Gentle Parenting TikToks for Your Inner Child
These TikToks will help you be kinder to your kids and to your own inner child.
Should You Be a Digital Nomad? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
Working from a white sand beach or a picturesque mountain village looks like a dream on social media. But the reality of a digital nomad life is not for everyone.
The Rise and Rise of the Korean Wave: On Soft Power, Politics, and BTS
It might seem like a recent and random fad but the rise of kpop and other South Korean cultural exports is part of the nation’s bid for global soft power.
A Brief History of the QWERTY Keyboard (And 3 Alternatives)
The QWERTY keyboard is nearly ubiquitous among English language keyboards. But it wasn’t the first or only arrangement developed.
When Your Boss Is a Bully: Warning Signs and What to Do
There’s “firm yet fair” and then there’s just straight-up bullying. Here are the signs that your boss is a bully and how you can stand up for yourself in the workplace.
Fact From Fiction: A New Column on Disinformation and Misinformation
Coming December: a biweekly column charting the history and modern landscape of the increasingly dangerous fake news industry.
When You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: The Dunning-Kruger Effect
Even the smartest people have blind spots. But the Dunning-Kruger effect can keep us from ever acknowledging or correcting them.
25 Years of the Animorphs: On Intergalactic War and Animal Trivia
The once wildly popular book series is now 25 years old. Here’s what Animorphs taught kids about growing up, morality, and war.
Inside Troll Farms: The World of Networked Disinformation
Operated by PR agencies and marketing firms, troll farms represent a massive network of disinformation that agencies use to shape public opinion.
The Quiet Power of Stock Images
Stock photos are everywhere but what seems like harmlessly absurd cliches can influence how we perceive the people and world around us.
What Makes Fake News So Compelling?
Most people agree that fake news is bad. So why do so many of us still keep falling for the same old tricks?
Netflix’s Squid Game Ending Explained: Foreshadowing and Fan Theories
The South Korean hit took the world by storm and its shocking ending has gotten everyone talking. Here’s what to make of the Squid Game ending.
Do You Have Impostor Syndrome? Here’s How to Deal With It
Impostor syndrome affects as much as 82% of the population. Here’s how to deal with the feelings of inferiority and anxiety that are characteristic of the syndrome.