In today's India, Hindu nationalism is on the rise. Researchers have proposed an interesting way to understand this trend. They suggest that certain myths play a big role in making people feel connected to prestigious Hindu groups. These myths tap into something deep inside us — our desire for statu
Plants have a tricky choice to make when it comes to growing well. They need to keep harmful pests, or antagonists, at bay while also getting the most out of helpful partners, or mutualists. But these two goals can conflict. When a plant defends itself against pests, it might mess up how it manages
When Paco Balderrama, Fresno's police chief, found himself in a scandal, readers had plenty to say. Some, like James C. , worried the issue would be swept under the rug. Bill K. , however, wondered if the affair really mattered. "Is it affecting his work? " he asked. Suesan O. called the coverage me
Did you know that Nils Rosdahl has been covering local business news in the Coeur d’Alene area for over four decades? That's right, 44 years! His column, "Business Bits, ” which appears every Sunday, has been a trusted source for business updates and growth stories. People like Kandi Johnson, who wo
This year has been a banner year for high school photojournalism in Massachusetts. The Globe recently shared a collection of 30 stunning photos, capturing the action of 20 different sports teams. These images were taken by 15 talented students from across the state. This is just the latest in a seri
Under President Donald J. Trump, America is entering a new phase. Many of us didn't back him, and now, his cabinet picks seem to signal a troubling direction. In a democracy like ours, it's vital to criticize what seems wrong for our nation. Let's consider Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Pete
Have you ever noticed how the hands of an ICU nurse and a guitarist can look similar? Both professions require steady hands and a certain level of callousing. In an interactive comic, "True stories from an ICU: Calluses, " a registered nurse named Ernesto Barbieri and illustrator Jess Ruliffson expl
Italy has hit a snag in its international relations with Iran. An Italian journalist, Cecilia Sala, who works for Il Foglio, was arrested in Iran on December 19, marking the first time a foreign journalist has been detained since the harsh crackdown on anti-government protests. This is no small matt
Five Palestinian journalists lost their lives in a targeted strike by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on their vehicle in central Gaza. The journalists, who were employees of the television channel Al-Quds Today, were asleep in their broadcasting truck marked as press. According to witnesses, the t
Ever wondered how we can distinguish one math object from another? Some folks, known as nominalists, think it's a mystery. They question how we can tell math objects apart, since these objects don't share the same physical properties as everyday stuff. Let's dive into three methods to identify math
