With Father’s Day just around the corner, people are flocking to the shops for a last-minute tie or bundle of socks to gift their loved one. Fathers, guardians and mentors alike all prepare to feign delight as they receive yet … Continue reading →

It’s our favorite holiday again! As you many of us already know, May 5th serves as an excuse for many of us to indulge in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and more importantly, margaritas–without any judgement. But did you also know that … Continue reading →

What is the universe made of? How did life begin? Are we alone in the universe? What makes us human? Can we live forever? What is consciousness? Why do we dream? Why is there stuff? Are there other universes? Will … Continue reading →

It’s finally Opening Day of the 2019 Major League Baseball season. Fans are already gearing up for six exciting months of their favorite sport, but opening day is also an opportunity for newbies to be introduced to the game by … Continue reading →

How much do we really know about Germany? Many might agree that their knowledge of German history is insufficient at a time when populism is rising in Europe, and many are hoping that Germany can help preserve (and restore) liberal … Continue reading →

Happy Pi Day! It’s no secret that you either love or loathe the world of mathematics. Depending on how you feel about numbers, you might be celebrating the day with a slice of pie or solving math equations—or neither. Most … Continue reading →

When Oxford University medical student Sasha Gill went vegan, she knew that she still wanted to enjoy her favorite traditional meals. Being of Indian and Eurasian heritage, Sasha indulged in delicious, Asian cuisine, bursting with flavor, and going meat-free was … Continue reading →

How many of us can honestly say we are not afraid of falling? It’s true that this fear increases with age—and loss of balance is a well-founded concern for the elderly, as a recent New York Times article reveals the … Continue reading →

Certainly, Valentine’s Day is a day about companionship and joy. Whether it is a romantic partner, dear friend, family or a time to take a little self-retreat. Being your own best friend or a great companion, with a sweet skill to … Continue reading →

Many of us go through our days not intrigued by normal objects and occurrences. A strong gust of wind messes up our hair, and we rarely ever stop to wonder what creates wind or what determines its force; we read … Continue reading →