Shelia R. Cotten, Clemson University What is the first thing you do in the morning after you awaken? Many people immediately check their phones for notifications...
Lauren Herold, Kenyon College “Hello to all you lovely lesbians out there! My name is Debbie, and I’m here to show you a few things about...
Cheap Chocolates: The concept of "consumption stigma" describes how societal judgments influence individuals' everyday consumption choices, leading to feelings of embarrassment and anxiety. People may alter...
Dennis Wilson Wise, University of Arizona Think of your favorite fantasy or science fiction novel. You’ll know the author and title, of course. But can you...
Bob Newhart, initially a stand-up comic, used literary techniques in his routines, earning the Mark Twain Prize. His one-sided conversations engaged and entertained audiences.
Jay L. Zagorsky, Boston University With the Olympic torch extinguished in Paris, all eyes are turning to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympics. The host city...
Disney faced criticism from both liberals and conservatives over cultural portrayals, leading to the cancellation of a controversial U.S. history-themed park near D.C.
The past three years recorded unprecedented global heat, with 2025 being particularly warm. Factors such as greenhouse gas emissions and a decline in solar activity influenced...
Child psychologists: Celeste Kidd's research challenges long-standing ideas from Jean Piaget about children's problem-solving abilities. Her findings show that children as young as four can independently...
Christopher Ferguson, Auburn University When we think of Valentine’s Day, chubby Cupids, hearts and roses generally come to mind, not industrial processes like mass production and...
