New Yorkers Aren’t Quite Ready to Reopen: ‘The Stakes Are Very High’
Confirmed COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations may have declined in New York, but many residents say they need several safety measures in place before the state reopens. Read more ›
The Startling History of America’s Favorite Drug — Coffee
A new book uncovers the shocking, centuries-long history of coffee, from its use by Sufi monks to its status as the world's most beloved drink. Read more ›
In a World of Nation-States, Who Has The Right to Have Rights?
Professor Eric D. Weitz considers an old question anew in his new book: Who has the right to have rights? Read more ›
The Revolutionary Struggles of the People of Telangana, India
A new book explores the history, plight, and activism of the people of Telangana, India. Read more ›
China Is Trying to Improve Its Global Image — and Using Hollywood to Do It
A new book examines China’s efforts to improve its global image through film, branding, news media, and promotion of Chinese language and culture — and how U.S. Hollywood execs are tapping into the Chinese film market. Read more ›
The Secret Art of Crowdfunding
A new research paper identifies three main drivers of crowdfunding campaigns, as Prof. Chul Kim uncovers the ins and outs of the funding effort. Read more ›
Ralph Waldo Emerson Had a Secret Support System: His Daughter
Ralph Waldo Emerson had a hard-working helpmate whose story is not well-known: His daughter Ellen Tucker Emerson. Read more ›
Abraham Lincoln’s Harrowing 13-Day Mission to Secure the Presidency
Before being sworn in as president, Abraham Lincoln completed a harrowing yet triumphant 13-day train trip from Illinois, to Washington, D.C. Read more ›
New Insights Into the Speech of People with Down Syndrome
A new study looks deeply at speech among people with Down syndrome, and the factors that play a part in impaired speech. Read more ›