The Second World War was a moral and societal nadir. The conflict's incomparable horrors ensure its continued relevance in art, storytelling, and the general cultural zeitgeist.

Have you ever emerged from the supermarket and wondered why you bought so many things not on your list? Congratulations, you've likely been manipulated!

As yoga reaches the mainstream, there are many who seek to use it as a control device, says author Shahram Shiva. He argues that young people are usually smart enough to see through the ruse.

As Sesame Street Head Writer Joey Mazzarino notes, every parent should have a puppet. It's important for moms and dads to be unafraid of sometimes being silly.

A new book explains why individual humans are notoriously bad at assessing how others perceive them.

Tolstoy is the sort of author that requires deep reading for full appreciation. If you don't have the time for that, there's always the War and Peace quick-read strategy.

Many past campaigns have tackled unique problems that come with running a repeat candidate. Hillary Clinton, who was defeated in the 2008 Democratic primary by Barack Obama, is the most notable example heading into the 2016 presidential election.

Most small-business owners or entrepreneurs avoid hiring friends or family because the professional and personal rarely mix well. If it can't be avoided, the best course of action is to be firm in your dealings.

The best way to become better divorced parents is to work together to redefine what it means to be a family.

As open-ended questions and situations require innovative problem-solving strategies, a little bit of ambiguity can make for a more thoughtful workplace.

The amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has grown so great that limiting emissions is not enough to curb climate change. That's why scientists are seeking new technologies for pulling carbon dioxide already in the atmosphere out of it.

A new study out of the UK determined that an inclination to vote for certain parties has as much to do with nature as it does nurture.

Your smartphone's GPS capability could prove useful — perhaps even life-saving — in the moments before a major earthquake. 

Our fear of making incorrect choices too often prevents us from rationally assessing the decision-making process.

Nearly half of Americans are "interested bystanders" who are aware of world events yet refuse to vote. A new survey finds that interested bystanders tend to take civic action only when they have a personal or professional stake.

Architect (and Big Think expert) Marc Kushner argues our current age of architecture will be remembered for experimentation and technological influence.

The World Health Organization warns that Ebola survivors are more susceptible to various health issues related to vision, joints, and fatigue.

The Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program features classes comprised of both incarcerated and non-incarcerated students. It is offered at over 100 universities.

A participatory budgeting system in which neighborhood residents vote on projects is getting a trial run in America's largest city.

An ideological battle over diversity, inclusion, and ownership is being fought over sci-fi's most prestigious awards.