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

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

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

In 2017, A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived published in North America, intertwining genetics and human history to answer the question of who we are and how we’re connected to one another. Now, best-selling author and geneticist Adam … Continue reading

Happy New Year! It is time to bring out your 2019 calendars and engage in the time-honored tradition of committing yourself to a New Year’s resolution diet. Along with the new year, you might be welcoming plain salads and unappetizing … Continue reading

December 8th is National Brownie Day! It is a time for brownie lovers and baked good enthusiasts across the country to come together, prepare their best batter, fire up their ovens and indulge in a delicious and one-of-a-kind treat! In … Continue reading

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we begin the season of indulging in all kinds of meals, desserts and, most importantly, drinks! Many of us can’t even begin to imagine how our Thanksgiving spread would look without our favorite wines, … Continue reading