Birth Control And Depression Have A Complicated Relationship
During my final semester of college, a time when most students are thrilled by the prospect of graduating, I slipped into a deep depression for no apparent reason. Despite the…
The Backwards Economy Of No Good, Very Bad Restaurants
You can typically spot a bad restaurant from a mile away: Dingy front windows obscure what’s inside as flies hover around a menagerie of cast-off chairs blocking the entrance. Patrons who resemble…
The Kids Of 9/11 Are All Grown Up—And The Way They Process Trauma Is Fascinating
The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks were the worst acts of terrorism on American soil to date. Designed to instill panic and fear, the attacks were unprecedented in terms of their…
You’ll Definitely Want To Cruise Down This Stunning Glow-In-The-Dark Bike Path
If you haven’t already heard, Poland is the new destination for ultimate bike riding. Since September 23, the small Polish town of Lidzbark Warminski has been home to a bike…
On Its 10th Birthday, This Chain Vows To Take Sustainability To The Next Level
When three friends joined forces to launch the first Tender Greens a decade ago, they hadn’t even heard of the term “fast casual” yet. While the restaurant is now one…
One Tweet Sums Up What It’s Like To Be A Woman In A Powerful Position
“Smile.” It’s one of the most demeaning catcalls a woman can hear while walking down the street, simply trying to go about her day. Recently, this catcall wasn’t delivered on…
Government Officials Accidentally Sold A Priceless Space Artifact
A hugely significant bag used on the Apollo 11 moon landing has found itself the center of some bizarre interstellar intrigue, on a level not seen since astronaut Lisa Marie…
16 Insanely Sexist Moments That Explain Why This FOX Host Is Suing For Sexual Harassment
Whether or not you think former Fox News host Gretchen Carlson has a strong case against CEO Roger Ailes over alleged sexual harassment, it’s pretty clear the former Miss America…
Overfishing Is Emptying The World’s Oceans Of A Vital Nutrient Supply: Fish Pee
Unless you’re seven years old with a brand new goldfish, you probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about fish pee. As it turns out, fish urine should be…
Patton Oswalt On Coping With Humor After Wife’s Death
Patton Oswalt is one of the funniest comedians alive, a talented actor and the author of two fantastic books. He’s also a widower after his wife died tragically this past…