Rather than conflict, seek togetherness.
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Shelia R. Cotten, Michigan State University
Older relatives often object to younger people using their smartphones and tablets during family gatherings. But digital devices can connect distant relatives year-round.
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Are you in the market for some sparkle?
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Joshua Wilhide, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; William LaCourse, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Whether forged by geological processes or laboratory techniques, diamonds are diamonds. Their unique properties mean they have applications that are not bling-related as well.
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What was the celestial body the three wise men followed 2,000 years ago?
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David Weintraub, Vanderbilt University
The wise men were likely accomplished Greek astrologers, watching the stars for signs of a king’s birth. Technical terms used in the Bible’s description point to a real astronomical event.
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Hanging church courtyard tile mural showing holy family traveling.
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Christopher A. Frilingos, Michigan State University
Family is not a clearly defined structure in the story: It isn’t biological or reflective of some 'norm.' It is instead a choice to stick together, come what may.
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Even Santa can get worn out, which can lead to getting the blues.
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Linda Saab, Wayne State University; Arash Javanbakht, Wayne State University
Have you ever felt more like singing the blues during the holidays than "Deck the Halls"? You're not alone. Two psychiatrists explain why people feel blue during this time and share tips for how to take care.
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Also of interest
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Mary K. Feeney, Arizona State University
Progress has been made toward gender parity in science fields. But explicit and implicit barriers still hold women back from advancing in the same numbers as men to the upper reaches of STEM academia.
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Allison McDonald, University of Michigan
Private companies – many based in the US – are blocking access to their websites from particular countries around the world. It's contributing to a splintering of the global internet.
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Rachel Hadas, Rutgers University Newark
From human suffering to political chicanery to environmental degradation, the tide of bad news, blared in headlines every day, seems overwhelming. One poet and classics scholar asks: What can be done?
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Kristy Leissle, University of Washington, Bothell
The chocolate industry is undergoing significant change at the moment, both for better and worse. Here are three trends on the positive side of things.
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