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World War II
World War II, fought in parts of Europe, the Middle East, East Asia and Africa between 1939-1945, was the most destructive war in history, claiming the lives of more than 60 million military personnel and civilians.
Hyperthymesia: Total Recall, Totally Overwhelming
By SHANNON FIRTH
Due to a condition called hyperthymesia, Jill Price can recall practically every day of her life in vivid detail. New scans of Price's brain may finally reveal ...
Enjoying Music on the Web—Legally
By LIZ COLVILLE
As governments, corporations, artists and fans fight over the tenets of music piracy prevention, it is possible to sidestep the legal battle and do things the ...
Web Makes Food Production More Transparent for Consumers
By SARAH AMANDOLARE
A popular brand of flour is using the Web to increase traceability, and IBM is set to release a traceability iPhone app, illustrating how technology can influence food safety ...
How to Start a Blog, Part 3: Networking and Syndicating
By LIZ COLVILLE
Blogging, like most writing, is a lonely activity, but many general and topic-specific social networks exist to help bloggers find and support each other, get more readers ...
Saturn's Rings and Many Moons
By FINDINGDULCINEA STAFF
Saturn is one of the most recognizable planets in our solar system, yet much about the gaseous planet and its beautiful rings remains a mystery.
Educators That Rock!: Josie Carbone
By SHANNON FIRTH
Josie Carbone, the founding principal of Girls Prep Bronx, an all-girls charter school for pre-K through first-grade students in the Bronx, New York, got involved in teaching ...
Putting a New Face on Animal Testing
By COLLEEN BRONDOU
Studies show Americans’ support for animal research has declined significantly. In response, biomedical researchers have launched a national campaign to defend and ...
Is Your Brain Male or Female?
By SHANNON FIRTH
Mounting evidence suggests that the differences between male and female brain structure may be more heavily influenced by environment than previously thought.
Understanding the SKILLs Act and the Argument for Library Media Specialists
By HALEY A. LOVETT
Recently re-introduced to Congress, the SKILLs Act aims to help students navigate digital information, and could alter perceptions of the book-bound librarian.
How to Start a Blog, Part 2: Social Media Promotion
By LIZ COLVILLE
After getting a knack for blogging, most bloggers will need some tools, tricks and inspiration for gaining readers, which will motivate you to keep writing. (New to blogging? ...
On This Day
Magic Johnson Reveals That He Has HIV
By DENIS CUMMINGS
On Nov. 7, 1991, Lakers guard Magic Johnson held a press conference to announce that he had HIV.
Happy Birthday
Marie Curie, Discoverer of Radium
By CALEB MARCH
The first woman in France to receive a doctorate degree, scientist Marie Curie is remembered for her discoveries in radioactivity and radioactive elements. Her ...
