Next time you take a bite of a delicious avocado or orange, think about who picked it. This article provides some basic facts about the people who are the backbone of our agricultural system.
Look at the infographic to see a timeline of Ray Kurzweil’s predictions for the future of mankind and technology.
Imagine if simply going to school was an act of defiance. For the women in the article, it was. Read the article to learn more about the battles fought for desegregation.
Watch this video to see how Doug McKenzie combines street magic with familiar technological items like cellphones.
The fate of the lost colony of Roanoke has become the stuff of legend. However, many lesser-known colonies also struggled and failed. Explore the interactive map to learn more.
During the Civil War, when photography was a new medium, a minister and amateur historian raced to capture images of the last surviving veterans of the American Revolution.
Many working parents struggle with developing a strong work-life balance. Some states are beginning to offer extended paternity leave, which could change how fathers—and mothers—balance raising children and having careers.
This article and accompanying presentation explore political scientist Erica Chenoweth’s research on how peaceful protest is often much more successful than violence for making changes.
Since the 1960s, astronauts have risked their lives to explore space. Read about the missions in which men and women were lost.
Part of Thomas Edison’s ability to succeed came from his willingness to try things that failed. Check out the photo gallery for a slideshow of the failed inventions the article describes.
