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Love Itself: Leonard Cohen’s Holy Touch
The revered songwriter, who died Thursday at the age of 82, compelled us to dwell on the relationship between the profane and the profound.
Trump Wins. Now What?
After a presidential election that defied expectations, here’s what to expect from the president-elect.
5 Exit Poll Numbers To Watch On Election Night
Women, Hispanics, and (surprise!) white evangelicals could all be some of the most interesting stories of the night.
Ride-Sharing Apps: New Economy, Same Invisible Discrimination
A few years ago, the Urban Institute undertook a massive experiment to measure discrimination in home rentals and sales. The researchers sent hundreds of people in dozens of cities across the country to act as applicants trying to rent or buy apartments and houses. The “testers” were given similar credit histories and financial qualifications. What…
Save The Ruby Slippers: Smithsonian Seeks Funds To Preserve Dorothy’s Shoes
Dorothy’s ruby slippers could use a little more magic these days — or at least some conservationist TLC. The famous shoes from The Wizard of Oz are among the most popular items on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. But they’re showing their age, and the museum is asking the public to…