Sure, internet sleuthing has helped solve a few high-profile crimes, but is it actually doing more harm to investigations than good?
Sometimes, It’s the Small Privileges That Make a Big Difference
So you got socks for Christmas and 2021 sucked. Tbf, it could have been worse.
Roaring 20s? More Like the 1420s: 6 Ways the 2020s Parallel the Middle Ages
Time marches on. People? They stay the same.
Evil Is Unspectacular and Always Human: Why Arcane’s Moderate Politics Works
Arcane is a story about people trying and failing to do good and, in the process, doing evil.
These 4 Signs Tell You When Someone Is Being Insincere — But Is It Really Possible to Tell?
Everyone lies. Here’s how to figure out when they’re lying.
All Disney Princes Ranked by How Decent They Actually Are
POV: You’re on a date with a Disney prince but the bar is so low it’s just a question of which one isn’t a complete douche.
A Weekend Tour of Atlanta’s Civil Rights History
Atlanta is the birthplace of Dr. King. It’s also the LGBTQ capital of the South. Spend the weekend learning how a Southern city became a beacon of civil rights.
The 5 Best American Anime-Inspired Shows of All Time
Japanese anime has been super popular in the United States for several decades, but there are some incredible American anime-inspired shows that deserve recognition as well.
This Interactive Map Lets You Explore the History and Culture of the Native Land You Live On
Native Land Digital is an interactive map of ancestral territory and native land rights around the world. Use it to learn more and become a better ally to Indigenous people.
The Carjacking Epidemic of Newark, New Jersey
The city of Newark, New Jersey has experienced a massive carjacking crime wave in the last few years. Here’s what’s being done about it.
7 Morally Gray Characters We All Secretly Love (And Hate)
Gone are the days of the black and white villains and heroes in fiction. These morally gray characters from TV shows and movies fill the role of both.
Meet Herostratus: The OG of Overcompensating Criminals
Before people were committing crimes on the internet for clout, there was Herostratrus, the OG of overcompensation.
The Brazen Bull and Other Ancient Torture Devices
Ever heard of the brazen bull? It’s just one of the seriously messed-up ancient torture devices that were used in a darker period of human history.
A Little Bit Spooky: A Look Into the Most Haunted Attractions Nationwide
This October, pack your ghost-hunting gear and head to one of America’s most haunted attractions. Maybe you’ll come back with a ghost story of your own.
It’s 2021. Can We Stop Fetishizing Asian Women Now?
She’s tiny, submissive, and soft-spoken. Fetishizing her is every racist’s favorite hobby because she hasn’t been ruined by Western feminism. Here’s the history behind fetishizing Asian women.
Don’t Come Back From the Moon Film Is Boring, Empty, and Rather Misogynistic
The 2017 film Don’t Come Back from the Moon was meant to be an interesting portrayal of growing up fatherless. Instead, it was boring and misogynistic.
Oscar Wilde and the Sodomy Trials: The Unjust Imprisonment of a Genius Writer
In a horrifying saga of homophobia, one of the greatest writers of all time, Oscar Wilde, was forced to do hard labor in prison for the crime of sodomy.
DNA Tracking Companies are Helping Investigators Solve Cold Cases, But is it Ethical?
Some DNA tracking companies share genetic data with police to help solve violent crime cases. This raises questions about how to balance protecting privacy with bringing criminals to justice.
A Look Inside Budapest’s House of Terror
Beneath the breathtaking city of Budapest lies a dark, painful history of torture and oppression. Explore the dungeons of that dark past in the House of Terror.
Do You Have Nature Deficit Disorder? Here’s How to Treat It
Nature deficit disorder is linked to major public health issues and the climate crisis. Here’s how to get more nature in your life.
How Is a Criminal Made? For Reciprocal Determinism, All It Takes Is a Doll
All it took was punching a clown. In the following decades, Albert Bandura’s theory of reciprocal determinism would reshape the way we think about crime.
The Supreme Court’s Role in Shaping the Relationship between Church and State
We revere Supreme Court as the protector of our Constitution. This case study of how the Court thoroughly bungled the concept of Church/State separation calls that reputation into question.
Watch Your Language: How to Twist the Truth Without Lying
Ever wanted to lie without the risk of being caught? These helpful pointers from history, corporations, and politics can help you twist the truth!
Play Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo on Your Phone: Humongous Entertainment Is on the App Store
If you grew up in the ’90s, you probably remember Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo and other edutainment games like it. Well, Putt-Putt and other games from Humongous Entertainment are now available on the App Store.