Why Georgia's DA charged Trump with racketeering

Threat from climate change to some of India’s sacred pilgrimage sites is reshaping religious beliefs

David L. Haberman, Indiana University

At the pilgrimage site of Kedarnath in northern India, disastrous flooding has led many to ask whether the gods are getting angry about human behavior.

Ghana’s plans for a national cathedral are mired in controversy and delays − but also reflect religion’s strong role in the nation’s identity

Nicolette Manglos-Weber, Boston University

With modern borders drawn up by colonial powers, some African governments have turned to religion to try to forge national unity since independence.

Georgia’s indictment of Trump is a confirmation of states’ rights, a favorite cause of Republicans since Reagan

Stefanie Lindquist, Arizona State University

Donald Trump faces ‘double the trouble’ as Georgia charges were added to federal charges brought over his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. And that’s thanks to federalism.

Montana kids win historic climate lawsuit – here’s why it could set a powerful precedent

Amber Polk, Florida International University

The case hinged on Montana’s ‘green amendment,’ which guarantees a constitutional right to ‘a clean and healthful environment.’ Other states have similar amendments, and more are considering them.

Daily report cards can decrease disruptions for children with ADHD

Gregory Fabiano, Florida International University

Traditional report cards sent home every few months are fine for most students. But for kids with behavioral issues, a daily report card can be a better option.

Diverse teams can improve engineering outcomes − but recent affirmative action decision may hinder efforts to create diverse teams

Lorraine Dowler, Penn State

Diverse teams can not only solve engineering problems more effectively, but the outcomes tend to be more inclusive, as a geographer and feminist scholar explains.

The bubbly chemistry behind carbonated beverages

Michael W. Crowder, Miami University

Ever wonder how soda manufacturers get the bubbles and fizz inside the can? A chemist explains some of the science behind the carbonation process. Hint − it involves carbon.

Two years after Taliban takeover: why Afghanistan still poses a threat to the region and beyond

Stefan Wolff, University of Birmingham

Two years on from taking control of Afghanistan the Taliban continues to rule through fear and threatens the stability of the whole region.

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? A nutritionist explains the science behind ‘functional’ foods

Babies almost all try crawling to get from Point A to Point B, but CDC says it’s not a useful developmental milestone

First contact with aliens could end in colonization and genocide if we don’t learn from history