Imagine learning science without exploring its fascinating history or debating its philosophical complexities. That was the focus of a recent conference at Boston University, backed by the National Science Foundation. Experts gathered to discuss how understanding the past and foundations of science
Imagine trying to understand a complex puzzle by only looking at the pieces' colors. That's similar to how we've been categorizing crimes. We slap a single label on each crime, like "burglary" or "assault, " and call it a day. But crimes are way more intricate than that. They involve a mix of behavi
Do companies gain from sharing their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices? Let's explore the impact on their intangible assets. When a company starts investing in ESG, it can boost its intangible capital, like reputation and customer trust. As time goes on and ESG investments grow,
President-elect Donald Trump's economic plan includes new tariffs on imported goods. This could make things pricier for Americans, especially those earning less. Economists warn that these tariffs might increase household costs by thousands of dollars per year on items like clothes, furniture, and a
Nathan Hochman, the newly elected Los Angeles County District Attorney, might push for a delay in the resentencing of Erik and Lyle Menendez. The brothers were convicted of murdering their parents nearly three decades ago. Hochman wants to review the case thoroughly before making any decisions. This
Suicide is often seen as a public health problem, but some think this view misses the deeper meaning behind it. Philosophers like Michel Foucault have talked about a thing called ‘biopower’, which is the idea that governments and societies control our bodies and minds. When we talk about suicide as
AMC Entertainment, the world's largest theater chain, reported a loss of $27 million in their recent quarter. This is a significant shift from last year's profit of $12. 3 million. The problem? The summer blockbusters like "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Twisters" weren't big enough hits to offset the c
Hey there! Ever wondered why economists always seem to have an opinion on politics? Well, here's something cool: economics and politics are like two sides of the same coin. You can't have one without the other. Let's dive in! First, let's debunk a myth: economists don't just talk money and numbers.
You might have noticed a bunch of police cars and officers around Millwood Avenue yesterday. Turns out, they were dealing with a "mental health-related emergency" on nearby Fairview Drive. The police blocked off a part of Millwood Avenue to both vehicles and people, just to be safe. Even some specia
In Louisiana, water lovers are facing a wet disappointment this week. The Amite and Tickfaw Rivers, hotspots in Livingston and Tangipahoa parishes, have been closed down. Why? A storm named Rafael is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. Officials aren't taking any chances with high winds and rising water
