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The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

In 1993, TV writers took a risk in avoiding sex and skimpy clothing They created Dana Scully and mainstreamed women in STEM careers.

By Abby Norman Jan 31, 2015

The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

In 1993, TV writers took a risk in avoiding sex and skimpy clothing They created Dana Scully and mainstreamed women in STEM careers.

By Abby Norman January 31, 2015

The History Of Madness: Mental Illness, Past And Present

Powerful figures have used — or created — mental illness to manipulate and control a given time's undesirables. We explore it, starting with the Bible.

By Richard Stockton Jan 25, 2015

The History Of Madness: Mental Illness, Past And Present

Powerful figures have used — or created — mental illness to manipulate and control a given time's undesirables. We explore it, starting with the Bible.

By Richard Stockton January 25, 2015

Girl, Interrupted: The Life Of Saint Veronica

Some people are born to sainthood, while others have it thrust upon them whether they like it or not. Such was the case for Saint Veronica of Milan, our first in a series of hagiographies to help you better know a saint.

By Richard Stockton Jan 24, 2015

Girl, Interrupted: The Life Of Saint Veronica

By Richard Stockton January 24, 2015

The Andromeda Galaxy Reminds Us How Small We Are

The world's largest image of the Andromeda Galaxy shows the impressive size and scope of the star system.

By Kiri Picone Jan 23, 2015

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The Andromeda Galaxy Reminds Us How Small We Are

The world's largest image of the Andromeda Galaxy shows the impressive size and scope of the star system.

By Kiri Picone January 23, 2015

This Top-Secret 1950s Bunker Reminds Us Just How Afraid People Were During The Cold War

Deep underground in Konjic sits a 70,000 square foot bunker – one of the most expensive structures ever constructed in what was once Yugoslavia. This long abandoned ‘safe-house’ took 26 years to build (from 1953-1979), and was constructed by former Yugoslavian revolutionary leader Josip Broz Tito to shelter himself, his...

By Erin Kelly Jan 18, 2015

This Top-Secret 1950s Bunker Reminds Us Just How Afraid People Were During The Cold War

By Erin Kelly January 18, 2015

Our Aunt Flo: How “Homo floresiensis” Fits In The Human Story

The recent discovery of Homo floresiensis makes the story of human evolution all the more interesting.

By Richard Stockton Jan 18, 2015

Our Aunt Flo: How “Homo floresiensis” Fits In The Human Story

The recent discovery of Homo floresiensis makes the story of human evolution all the more interesting.

By Richard Stockton January 18, 2015

18 European Natural Wonders To Reignite Your Wanderlust

As these breathtaking European natural wonders show, there's more to the Old Continent than just slanted buildings and outdoor cafes.

By John Schellhase Jan 16, 2015

18 European Natural Wonders To Reignite Your Wanderlust

As these breathtaking European natural wonders show, there's more to the Old Continent than just slanted buildings and outdoor cafes.

By John Schellhase January 16, 2015

The Most Extreme Tribal Traditions Still Practiced Today

Globalization has resulted in the blending and appropriation of cultural traditions around the world. These tribal traditions, however, have been left out.

By All That's Interesting Jan 15, 2015

The Most Extreme Tribal Traditions Still Practiced Today

Globalization has resulted in the blending and appropriation of cultural traditions around the world. These tribal traditions, however, have been left out.

By All That's Interesting January 15, 2015