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Science confirms: Politics wrecks your ability to do math

A new study finds that even how you solve a difficult math problem can depend on your politics.

Chris Mooney Culture September 8, 2013

6 facts about cereal’s wild past

Did you know the inventor of Grape Nuts was originally a suspenders salesperson? Or that Dr. Kellogg of Kellogg's offered "machine-powered enemas"? YEAH.

Holly Richmond Food and Agriculture October 22, 2013

The Arctic hasn’t been this hot for 120,000 years

A new study finds unprecedented warming in the Canadian Arctic, and blames it squarely on climate change.

John Upton Climate & Energy October 28, 2013

Children will bear the brunt of climate change impacts, new study says

Children are more at risk from climate change because of their increased risk of health problems, malnutrition, and migration.

Fiona Harvey, the Guardian Climate & Energy September 23, 2013

How Beyoncé is saving the planet with her new album

Purchasing "Beyoncé" online instead of on CD could cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80 percent.

James West Culture December 17, 2013

Why is Chris Christie silent on climate change, even as New Jersey is threatened by rising seas?

One environmentalist charges that the state has muzzled employees from talking about climate in relation to Superstorm Sandy. The Christie administration denies the charge.

Ben Adler Climate & Energy January 8, 2014

Evil genius takes liberty with maps, floods your city

Andrew David Thaler is a marine scientist by day. But by night, he works his magic with Google maps to show people what their cities will look like if climate change is left unchecked.

Laura Onstot Culture November 12, 2013